<p>The AAP (American Academy of Pediatrics) has said: &ldquo;Television and other entertainment media should be avoided for infants and children under age 2.</p>

There are few moments more exciting than when baby says his first words or takes her first steps.

When baby is new, feeding time will drive the routine and, on many days, it won't feel routine at all.  Newborns should be fed every 2-3 hours - often even more frequently than that - and around the clock. As baby gets older, their stomach gets bigger, they'll be able to sleep for longer stretches of time, and the time between feedings will lengthen....

Goodbyes are tough! It can be distressing to watch your baby wailing and reaching for you as you say goodbye and head out the door, which is why separation anxiety is such a challenging stage for even the toughest parents. While separation anxiety typically flares up around 8 months, it can come sooner or later depending on the baby's personality. What is universal is...

Overwhelmed by the thought of making your own baby food? Don't be! In many cases you don't need much more than a basic saucepan and a fork. Worried about time? Invest in a small slow cooker or a blender to make the process even easier.

As your child heads into toddlerhood, he needs to transition into using a sippy cup or straw cup, whether he's been breastfed or bottle-fed. The primary reason for introducing a sippy cup is preventing tooth decay.