Baby Development Guide: Milestones, Teething & Infant Safety

Supporting infant growth involves identifying teething stages, establishing safe sleep environments, and transitioning to age-appropriate solid foods.

Beautiful innocent newborn sleeping.

Lung Mucus in Infants

Mucus in the lungs or chest congestion in infants can be caused by multiple factors. Your infant is just starting to breath and can be more prone to respiratory infections. Respiratory infections cause mucus to form in the lungs and respiratory tract; mucus is a normal symptom of the common cold.

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When Is Baby Ready for Stage 2 Foods?

Your baby should be ready for Stage 2 foods at about 6 months of age. Stage 2 foods include mashed or chopped fruits and vegetables. You can now introduce pasta, meats, yogurt and cheese into your baby's diet.

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Challenges For Babies Born at 36 Weeks Pregnant

Babies born at 36 weeks gestation are called late-preterm babies. "More than 70 percent of premature babies are born between 34 and 36 weeks gestation." If you have had uterine or cervical abnormalities, a previous premature birth or are pregnant with multiple babies, you have a high risk for having a premature baby.

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