Most nursing mothers don’t need to routinely avoid any specific food, according to “The Nursing Mother’s Companion,” but some mothers find that eating certain foods prior to breast feeding makes their babies unusually fussy or gassier than normal.

The appearance of brown teeth in your toddler can be unsettling, especially if the discoloration is accompanied by additional symptoms such as pain, fussiness or crying. Brown teeth can be a sign of mild to severe tooth problems. Some tooth discoloration requires the care of a dentist.

During pregnancy some foods must be avoided because they pose a health risk to you or your baby. Gyros may be safe to eat in most cases, but some gyros contain ingredients you shouldn't eat while pregnant.

Congestion is a common symptom that arises in many illnesses. It usually does not pose a serious health risk but it can be uncomfortable for both children and adults. Some babies might become more irritable because of the congestion, depending on the severity.

Whether your toddler is unadventurous with food or has a medical condition that prevents him from eating well, getting children to eat a balanced diet isn’t always simple. Giving your 1-year-old vitamins can help ensure that your toddler gets all of the nutrients he needs to grow properly.

Constipation -- the passage of hard, dry stools less than three times a week - often plagues women during pregnancy and after giving birth. If you're breastfeeding, you might hesitate to take any type of laxatives which might pass through breast milk to your baby.

Water safety education at a young age aims to prevent accidental drownings, a leading cause of death for kids between ages 1 and 19, according to the American Academy of Pediatrics. Swimming lessons for children of preschool age and above aid in the prevention of drowning.

The moment when your baby's eyes first meet your own is one of the most heartwarming milestones of infancy. New parents who are eagerly awaiting the day when their baby makes eye contact often wonder when their baby will reach this level of development.

Small red bumps that start on the neck and upper back and extend down to the torso and into the arms and legs may be a sign that your baby has eczema. These spots usually are accompanied by dry skin. The bumps may even fill with fluid and burst open when irritated.

Many parents know the proper method for heating up a baby bottle, but some are unsure of when and how to transition from a warm bottle to cold milk. What may be surprising to many parents is that there are no rules for when to stop warming up a baby bottle.

As your pregnancy progresses, you might find sleeping more difficult. Your larger size makes it harder to get comfortable or you might wake up with unexplained twinges or spasms. Your sleeping position affects both you and your baby's health.

There’s never a more important time in life to eat healthy than during pregnancy. In the past, pregnant women were advised to be cautious of salt intake to minimize bloating and water retention.