Feeding Babies

A-Z Guide

Constipation
When a child is constipated, the stool in the intestines has backed up more than it should. The longer stool sits in... »
Gastroesophageal Reflux
GE reflux wears many faces. You might see a baby who spits up all the time...an adult with heartburn...a child who won'... »
Infant Botulism
Sometimes constipation and slow feeding are the only symptoms of infant botulism, a disease that is sometimes caused by... »
Iron Deficiency
The most common reason for a child to be anemic is an inadequate supply of iron. Iron is a mineral that your body needs... »

Q&A

An Exciting Breakthrough in Infant Formula
Breast milk is the best and safest form of nutrition for infants. Infants and breast milk are designed for each other.... »
Antidepressants and Nursing
Wondering about the safety of breastfeeding while taking antidepressants? Studies have shown that certain... »
Baby Bottles and Cereal
You’ve heard about it from friends, parents, and in-laws. You’ve seen it in Internet chat rooms and discussion boards.... »
Benefits of Breastfeeding
What’s so important about breast milk? A lot more than you might think! Click here to read about the many components of... »
Breastfeeding with a Metabolic Disorder & Propionic Acidemia
Each meal is a matter of life and death for children with propionic acidemia. Children need protein in order to grow... »
Frequent Feeding
There are as many opinions on breast feeding and timing as there are advisors. What works for one parent will not... »