Introducing a new sibling to the family can be an exciting but difficult time. Whether you’re giving birth or awaiting adoption, you may be wondering how you can help your child adjust to having a new sibling in the home. Making an effort to understand your older...
Parents may become concerned when a child suddenly shows fear in the presence of others. Stranger anxiety refers to the time in a child’s life when they become more fearful of unfamiliar people. Understanding stranger anxiety and learning ways to support children...
What are bonding and attachment? If you are a new parent, you may be wondering about bonding with your infant. Bonding is the experience of connecting with another person. Parent-infant bonding or attachment is the unique connection that mothers and fathers have with...
What is Paternal Postpartum Depression? Postpartum depression (PPD) has traditionally been viewed as an issue that affects new mothers, but many people are unaware that fathers can also experience paternal postpartum depression. The exact number of cases of depression...
Helping You and Your Baby Cope with Life after Birth After nine months of pregnancy, the uncomfortable symptoms of the third trimester, including swelling, heartburn, Braxton Hicks contractions, and frequent trips to the bathroom, leave most pregnant women eager to...
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