When a baby is born, one of the first signs that doctors, nurses, and even family members look out for is the unmistakable sound of the baby’s first cry. While it may seem like a simple, instinctive ...

When your baby is crying, it feels nearly instinctual to stand up to rock, sway and soothe them. That’s because standing up to calm babies is instinctual—driven by centuries of positive feedback from ...

Hearing the sound of a newborn's wail can trigger the release of oxytocin, a brain chemical that controls breast milk release in mothers, a new study in rodents shows. Researchers found that once ...

It is normal for babies to cry — sometimes as much as two to four hours a day. Here are the first things to check: Is your baby hungry? Do they need to be burped? Are they too hot or cold? Is their ...

Is your newborn baby crying for more than three hours a day collectively or for more than three days a week? Is your baby inconsolable and crying with an arched back or clenched fists? The problem ...

Medically reviewed by Jurairat J. Molina, MD Key Takeaways Moisturizing your baby's skin regularly can help prevent eczema ...