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Why Do Babies Spit Up So Much? A Nurse’s Guide to Normal Reflux & Better Burping

Written by: Kelly Brown, RN, Director of Nursing at Harbor If you’ve ever stared at your baby’s onesie—damp with milk—and thought, “Is this normal?”, you're not alone. Spit-up and burping questions...

Your Postpartum Survival Guide: 5 Self-Care Strategies for Thriving After Birth

Written by: Dr. Jill Zechowy, MD, MS Your well-being matters, especially after baby arrives. The postpartum period is a whirlwind of hormonal fluctuations, sleepless nights, and physical recovery following childbirth....

Weaning from Breast to Bottle: 10 Tips from Harbor’s Infant Care Experts

Transitioning from breastfeeding to bottle-feeding is a significant milestone that unlocks convenience and flexibility for new parents. Harbor’s expert lactation consultants offer 10 strategies for easing the transition, like choosing...

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Breastfeeding Support on Your Terms: A Conversation with Abigail Miles, Founder of Latchline

For parents who choose to breastfeed, getting into a rhythm can be a challenge. Once you think you’ve figured it out, baby hits a new milestone and your process needs...

How to Recognize Early, Active, and Late Feeding Cues in Your Baby

Understanding Infant Feeding Cues: Why They Matter Babies can’t speak, but they’re constantly communicating... especially when they’re hungry. Understanding feeding cues is a vital skill for new parents. It helps...

Toddler Constipation: Causes, Symptoms, Treatments, and Prevention

Constipation—every toddler’s least favorite party trick—is surprisingly common and often leaves parents just as stressed as their little ones. If your toddler is having infrequent bowel movements or stools that...

The Best Baby Bottles for Every Feeding Journey

The search for a baby bottle can feel like hunting for a needle in a haystack. You want one that soothes feeding fusses and supports breastfeeding, pumping, and/or formula, never...

Weaning Overnight Feeds

Adjusting your little one’s nighttime feeding schedule as they grow will support healthier sleep patterns for caregivers and baby alike. While you may want to respond to every nighttime wake-up...

Nutritional Guidelines for a Healthy Pregnancy

Proper nutrition during pregnancy ensures that your body has the nutrients it needs to perform its essential functions while also setting the stage for healthy development in your little one....

The Importance of Flange Sizing in Breast Pumping: How to Measure Correctly

Flange size is one of the most important yet overlooked factors in successful pumping. We’ll show you how to successfully measure your nipple and choose the right flange, as well...

Successful Breastfeeding, Pumping, and Nursing in the New Year

With the start of a new year, many new mothers will find themselves reflecting on their journey. For those who are breastfeeding or pumping, this can be a time to...

A Lactation Consultant’s Tips for Breastfeeding During the Holidays

The holidays are a time for family, fun, and, let’s be honest, chaos. While twinkling lights and festive gatherings bring joy, they can also introduce challenges for breastfeeding parents. From...

Baby's First Foods: A Complete Guide to Nutrition and Safe Eating

When your little one hits the six-month mark and starts eyeing your dinner plate with curiosity, it's time to expand their diet. Introducing solid foods is like opening the door...

Get Personalized Parenting Support from Harbor: Sleep, Feeding & Infant Care

Our pediatric sleep specialists, lactation consultants, and infant care specialists are always a click, call, or text away. Read on for what to expect from your Harbor CareTeam consultation and...

A Comprehensive Guide To Baby Proofing Your Home

A parent’s protective instincts typically kick in long before their baby arrives. Once a child enters your home, you’ll likely begin to look at it differently, spotting outlets that need...

Why Proper Burping Can Help Baby Sleep

Whether nursing or bottle feeding, when babies drink they can swallow air. Gas and trapped air can contribute to digestive discomfort in babies, which can affect their sleep. Proper...

How Feeding and Stomach Troubles Impact Sleep

You may have heard that all babies do is eat, poop, and sleep. This is pretty accurate early on, and what it means for new parents is that their lives...

How To Know Whether Baby is Ready for Solid Foods

Introducing baby to solid foods marks a significant milestone in their development and can be an exciting parenting moment. While every baby is unique, you’ll start to notice cues that...

How to Know When Your Baby is Ready for Drinking Water

As adults, we know that water is essential for our survival. Staying hydrated allows us to function at our best, stay healthy, and can also support skin health. But what...

Cow's Milk Protein Allergy in Infants: Signs, Symptoms & Treatment | Expert Guide

Cow's Milk Protein Allergy in Infants: Understanding Signs, Symptoms, and Treatment Options Are you concerned your infant may have a cow’s milk allergy? Cow Milk Protein Allergy (CMPA) is a...

5 Most Common Types of Infant Formula and How to Choose

When it comes to choosing an infant formula, there’s never one right answer. There are dozens of brands with dozens of formulations. How do you choose and which can you...

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