What are cleft lip and cleft palate?
Cleft lip and cleft palate are birth defects that happen during pregnancy. Your baby’s lips form between 4 and 7 weeks, and the palate (roo ...
Preconception checkups: why they’re important
Are you planning a pregnancy or thinking of getting pregnant sometime in the future? If so, it’s never too early to get ready for a healthy pregn ...
Preterm babies are at a higher risk for RSV
Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a common virus that infects the lungs and breathing passages. It’s so common that most babies get it before ...
8 myths about vaccinations and why they aren’t true
There was a lot of untrue information being shared about vaccinations before the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Now there is even more misinfor ...
Vaccines keep us healthy
August is National Immunization Awareness Month. During this time, we highlight why vaccines are so important to our health and wellbeing, and ho ...
Reducing the risk for congenital heart defects
A teratogen is something that can cause a birth defect or increase the risk of a baby having a birth defects. Certain medicines are teratogens be ...
Keeping your baby’s vaccines on track during the pandemic
During uncertain times like the COVID-19 pandemic, many parents may be worried about how to best protect their babies. But even during the pandem ...
Bringing your new baby home during the coronavirus pandemic
Updated November 24, 2020
Congratulations on your new baby! Most new parents
have many questions about their newborns. These days, howev ...
Protect your premature baby with vaccines
By the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
Premature babies are so tiny—you may wonder if their immune systems can handle vaccines ...
Vaccinations help protect us against serious diseases
April 21-28 is National Infant Immunization Week (NIIW), a time to highlight the benefits and importance of immunizations. Vaccines are proven to be ...