Parenthood 101
- January 14, 2009
Babies don't come with an instruction manual, but we've got you covered. Learn how to be a great Mr. Mom, breastfeed comfortably, lull a newborn to sleep, and much more. And if you're trying to have a little one, check out our advice on boosting fertility.
25 videos
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- 11,345 views
- Added over 3 years ago
How To Get a Newborn To Fall Asleep
Babies under three months are supposed to sleep up to 16 hours a day. Apparently yours didn’t get the memo! Here’s how to help him find his way to La-La Land.
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- 3,707 views
- Added over 3 years ago
How To Be a Stay-at-Home Dad
Being a father who stays home with the kids can be a great choice for the whole family -- but you need to know what you’re getting into.
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- 8,755 views
- Added over 3 years ago
How To Exercise When Pregnant
Exercising throughout your pregnancy will make you feel good, keep your weight gain reasonable, and—let’s face it—likely be more helpful in the delivery room than picturing yourself on a tropical beach…
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- 32,686 views
- Added over 3 years ago
How To Minimize Pregnancy Stretch Marks
If it’s any consolation, 90% of women get stretch marks. While you can’t get rid of them entirely, you can make them less noticeable.
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- 15,724 views
- Added over 3 years ago
How To Lose Your Pregnancy Weight
Still feel like you’re impersonating a sumo wrestler? Don’t sweat it—your baby loves you just the way you are. And, in time, you can get back your figure.
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- 5,304 views
- Added over 3 years ago
How To Make Baby Food
Making your own baby food is easier than it sounds—and it’ll save you money, too.
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- 40,450 views
- Added over 4 years ago
How To Change a Disposable Diaper
Dealing with wet or poopy diapers is the most thankless job of parenting—but, thankfully, disposable diapers can help you make quick work of it.
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- 5,298 views
- Added over 4 years ago
How To Choose a Pacifier
For an infant, sucking on a pacifier can be supremely soothing. So here's how to keep your little sucker happy and pacified.
General Baby Care from Janeen
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- 10,290 views
- Added over 4 years ago
How To Calm a Crying Baby
There's nothing more heart-wrenching—and, let's face it, sometimes nerve-wracking—than a wailing infant. Here are a few ways to soothe your sweet little crybaby.
Baby Health from Janeen
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- 8,169 views
- Added over 4 years ago
How To Pick Up a Newborn
The key to this basic skill is remembering that an infant has no control over his head and no strength in his neck, so it's important to support both.
Holding a Baby from Janeen
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- 15,772 views
- Added over 4 years ago
How To Burp a Baby
Whether nursing or taking a bottle, babies tend to suck in air as they eat. Burping helps them get the bubbles out—and heads off little tummy aches at the pass.
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- 7,953 views
- Added over 4 years ago
How To Give a Baby a Bottle
Whether you're feeding your baby formula or freshly pumped breast milk, holding his body and angling the bottle just so will make for a happy meal.
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- 26,890 views
- Added over 4 years ago
How To Give a Baby a Sponge Bath
Your newborn can't have a tub bath until her belly button heals. Until then, a thorough once-over with a washcloth every two or three days will keep her plenty clean.
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- 11,411 views
- Added over 4 years ago
How To Swaddle a Baby
Newborns are used to the coziness of the womb. Recreating that environment is a great way to calm a baby during her first few months in the big wide world.
General Baby Care from Janeen
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- 9,437 views
- Added over 3 years ago
How To Tie Your Shoes
You can't wear slip-ons your whole life—but you don't want to have your mom or dad chasing after your floppy laces, either. Learn to tie your own shoes, and nothing can slow you down.
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- 6,470 views
- Added over 2 years ago
How To Reform a Spoiled Brat
Is your child a gimme monster? Put a lid on demands and tantrums with these tips.
- 1,644 views
- Added about 1 year ago
How to Know if Your Child Needs to Go to the Doctor
Learn which symptoms call for a little TLC, and which warrant a visit to the pediatrician.
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- 4,884 views
- Added over 2 years ago
How To Know If Your Children Do Drugs
Parents are usually the last to know, which is why you have to act swiftly if your child’s life is endangered by abusing drugs.
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- 3,453 views
- Added over 2 years ago
How To Sneak Veggies Into Your Kids’ Diet
Afraid your kids are gonna get scurvy if they don’t start eating some veggies? Try sneaking the stuff into foods they love.
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- 1,672 views
- Added about 1 year ago
How to Help a Child Stop Wetting the Bed
When your child can't control their bladder at night, it's frustrating for both of you. Here's how to fix the problem.
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- 1,765 views
- Added about 1 year ago
How to Recognize ADHD Symptoms in Children
Is your child high spirited and unfocused -- or suffering from Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder? These ADHD guidelines will help you decide if a checkup is in order.
- 1,133 views
- Added about 1 year ago
How To Clean Toys When You or Your Child Is Sick
Cold and flu season can be particularly nasty business when you have children’s toys lying around the house.
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- 1,552 views
- Added over 2 years ago
How To Teach Your Kids To Help With Chores
Are you constantly picking up your kids’ clothes and toys? Follow these simple steps to teach them to lend a hand.Are you constantly picking up your kids’ clothes and toys? Follow these simple steps to teach them to lend a…
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- 3,606 views
- Added over 2 years ago
How To Calm a Child Who Is Having a Nightmare
Persistent nightmares could mean that your child is feeling stressed or worried about something – like starting preschool or being potty-trained. Help your child to deal with whatever is bothering him and you’ll both sleep tight.
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- 2,848 views
- Added over 2 years ago
How To Know If Your Child Has Too Much Homework
Has your child’s homework become a second job for you, too? If so, does that mean he’s being assigned too much of it? Here’s how to find out.
