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Pregnancy, giving birth, early days and years: becoming a parent is a true adventure and naturally raises many questions. Discover our tips and tricks to take care of yourself, your baby and family, day after day.
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#A Parents Guide
Skin-To-Skin Contact With Newborns | Everything A New Parent Needs To Know
In recent years, scientists have produced a mountain of research demonstrating the importance of skin-to-skin co...
#Baby Development
13 Ways To Help Your Congested Baby Breathe
One of the most common ailments that newborns face is congestion. If you have a congested baby on your hands, yo...
#Baby & Child Skin
Is Hydrocortisone Cream Safe For Babies?
As your baby grows, their highly sensitive skin can become extremely dry. You may even notice that your baby’s s...
#A Parents Guide
How To Detangle Your Toddler's Hair: 7 Expert Tips
As your toddler grows, it’s exciting to watch them go through the many changes that come with living and develop...
#Baby & Child Skin
The Top 9 Natural Skin Care Ingredients For Your Baby
Being able to care for and raise your baby is one of the most loving and fulfilling experiences any parent can h...
#Baby & Child Skin
Fragrance-Free vs. Unscented Products: What You Need To Know
Babies need special skin care products for their delicate, sensitive skin. But how do you know which products ar...
#Baby & Child Skin
Is Phenoxyethanol Safe For You And Your Newborn?
Welcoming a newborn baby into your family is an exciting, emotional, and often confusing time. Along with all th...
#Baby & Child Skin
How To Provide The Best Skin Care For Your Baby With Normal Skin
Daily skin care is one of the most important aspects of your baby’s health and happiness, even when your little ...
#Activities
Sports And Activities For Children With Eczema
When your child is young, keeping their eczema under control is easier because you have more control over their...
#A Parents Guide
Babies And Family Pets: The Complete Parent Guide
If you own a cat or dog, you probably see your pet as a member of the family. And rightfully so! Pets are an imp...
#A Parents Guide
Baby Sleep Positions: The Complete Guide For Parents
Sleeping: it’s what babies spend the majority of their time doing. Until their first birthday, babies generally ...
#Baby & Child Skin
Micellar Water: The Incredible, Baby-Safe, No-Rinse Cleanser
You’ve probably heard of micellar water by now. Over the last few years, it’s been all the rage in the world of ...
#B Corp
Mustela Achieves Prestigious B Corp Certification
Mahatma Gandhi once said, “We must be the change we seek in the world.” Sixty years later, B Corp is promoting t...
#Baby & Child Skin
How To Best Care For Your Baby’s Dry Skin
When your baby is first born, their skin is so soft and smooth that you’ll just want to caress them all day. But...
#Baby Development
Baby Crying: 11 Reasons Babies Cry & What To Do
All babies have a few things in common. They’re all adorable. Every baby needs to eat and sleep frequently. And...
#Baby & Child Skin
Baby Diaper Rash: Signs, Symptoms, Causes, And Treatments
Babies are known for having soft, delicate skin. We even have a figure of speech for it! But what happens when t...
#Baby & Child Skin
How To Care For Your Baby’s Sensitive Skin
As a new parent, you want your baby to be happy, healthy, and comfortable at all times. But what if your little ...
#Baby Development
Newborn Baby Essentials: 60 Must Have Items For Every Baby
If you’re expecting, you’ve definitely started thinking about all the baby essentials you’ll need in the upcomin...
#A Parents Guide
Treating Baby Eczema: A Parent’s Guide
Eczema (also known as atopic dermatitis), is extremely uncomfortable for your baby and can be caused by various...
#A Parents Guide
How To Diagnose And Care For Your Baby’s Cough
Realizing that your baby has developed a cough can be alarming. On top of that, it’s often tough to determine th...
#Baby & Child Skin
The 12 Most Common Baby Eczema Myths Revealed
Your baby’s first eczema flare-up can come as quite a surprise, especially if neither you nor your partner is f...
#Baby & Child Skin
How The Seasons & Climate Affect Your Baby’s Eczema
Many parents ask us, “What’s the best season or climate for my baby’s eczema?” Unfortunately, the answer to that...
#Baby & Child Skin
Daycare, School, And Your Eczema-Prone Child
Sending a child to daycare or nursery school can be a difficult time for many parents. It may be the first time ...
#A Parents Guide
A Parent’s Guide To Identifying And Treating Your Baby's Cold
Your baby’s cold may have many symptoms or almost none at all. It can start with sneezing and a runny nose, and ...