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The questions parents ask us at 3am, answered by nurses.
Every article is written by a Licensed Nurse on our team and grounded in current pediatric guidance. Educational reading only it never replaces the advice of your own healthcare provider.
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LATEST · MAY 10
My Baby Has a Flat Spot on Their Head. Now What?
One side of the back of their head looks flatter than the other. What positional plagiocephaly is, what to do at home, and when to get help.
KASSANDRA DICOSOLA, NP·6 MIN READ
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NEWBORN CARE
My baby has a flat spot on their head. Now what?
What you need to know about plagiocephaly: what it is, what to do at home, and when to get help.
Maya Hassan-Agha
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NEWBORN CARE
What is normal in your baby's diaper? A nurse's guide
From meconium to mustard yellow: a straightforward guide to newborn poop.
Maya Hassan-Agha
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SAFE SLEEP
Swaddle or sleep sack? How to know what is right
There is no single right answer, but there is a clear safety line. Here is what you need to know.
Maya Hassan-Agha
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SAFE SLEEP
Will my baby choke if they sleep on their back?
One of the most common fears new parents face, and one our nurses hear every week. Here is what the evidence actually says.
Maya Hassan-Agha
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Every article is written by a Licensed Nurse and grounded in current guidance from these organizations. Educational content only — it never replaces the advice of your own healthcare provider.