Babies often lack vitamin D, which is important for bone development and disease prevention. Sun exposure is not recommended for babies, and breast milk may not provide enough vitamin D. Formula may be a better source, but nursing mothers can increase their own vitamin D intake and give their babies supplements. Pediatricians and nutrition advocates […]
Newborns sleep a lot, up to 20 hours a day, and this is normal and necessary for their growth and development. Parents should not worry about oversleeping, as babies have their own internal clocks and will wake up for food and attention. It is not a sign of inadequate parenting. Many new parents worry about […]
