Newborn Health Guide: Congestion, Bowel Movements & Reflexes

Normal newborn physiology includes distinct behavioral states and specific patterns for bowel movements. Recognizing the difference between simple congestion and serious conditions like pneumonia is crucial for timely care.

A mother gives her baby girl medicine with a medicine dropper.

How to Avoid Getting Newborn Sick When a Toddler is Sick

Published Jun,13 2017 | By Fred Decker

For young parents, few things are more distressing than having a sick toddler. However, one of them is having a sick toddler at the same time as you have a newborn. Managing to care for both children, while minimizing the risk to your infant, is a tall order.