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Babies
Having a new baby in the house can be a big learning curve. We are here to help.
Being a mom or dad is the greatest gift of all. There is nothing like parenthood. However, learning all the do's and don'ts can be overwhelming. We can help with safe sleep tips, how to calm a crying baby, and ways to manage parenting stress.
Articles about Babies
Babies
Real Help For First-Time Moms: The Texas Nurse-Family Partnership
Learn parenting skills in your own home
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Help Your Unborn Baby’s Brain Development
A baby’s brain begins to develop in the womb.
Babies
Your Baby's Safe Sleep Equals Your Peace of Mind
Following safe sleep guidelines will help everyone sleep peacefully.
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Room to Breathe
Keep your baby safe. No blankets, or pillows, or stuffed animals, and not with mom or dad.
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Peace of Mind with Safe Sleep
Follow these four easy steps when putting your baby in their crib for a night of sleep.
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The ABCs of Safe Sleep
Where should your baby sleep, and how?
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Dr. Booth Answers Your Safe Sleep Questions
Learn do's and don'ts of how to put your baby safely to sleep.
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Breastfeeding: You've Got This, Mom!
Breastfeeding provides more than just great nutrition for babies.
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5 Ways to Help Your Baby's Brain Grow
Learn how to stimulate your baby's brain during the first three years.
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10 Ways to Calm a Crying Baby
How to help your baby stay quiet and calm.
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Pacifier Do's and Don'ts
Learn when to use pacifiers and when to stop.
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Making a Family Calendar
Making a daily schedule for babies can keep your whole family on track.
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From Pregnancy Brain to Postpartum
Could it be baby blues? Taking care of mom is important!
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Don't Sleep With Your Baby
For the safest sleep, babies should sleep alone, on their back, and in an empty crib.
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