Sleep & Tummy Time: Why Your Baby Needs Both for Healthy Development
Written by: Dr. Maral Amani, PT, DPT If you’re a parent to a newborn, you may have received questions from elders about why tummy time is so important, or...
The Dream Feed: A New Parent's Guide Against Sleep Deprivation
Dream feeds can help newborns and new parents get more sleep. Learn from Harbor’s infant care experts about how they work, how to implement them, and when it’s time to wean off a dream feed.
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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...
Celebrate Sleep Awareness Week with Harbor
To celebrate Sleep Awareness Week, hosted annually by the National Sleep Foundation, we’ve rounded up our favorite sleep health-related resources for babies and parents, alike. Read on for guidance from...
Kudos Diapers Founder Amrita Saigal on Better Diapers for Better Sleep
If it seems like anything and everything can affect baby’s sleep at night, that’s because it kind of does… Case in point: diapers. While frequently overlooked, quality diapers that are...
Foundations of Maternal Mental Health by Dr. Nicole Kumi
Motherhood is often portrayed as a universally happy and most fulfilling experience. For many women, the reality is far more complicated. Alongside the joys of motherhood come its physical, emotional,...
Your Baby’s Milestones: What to Expect and How to Support Their Growth at 9 Months
Understanding what to expect at this age can help you support baby’s development while celebrating their progress. In this guide, we’ll cover the major developmental achievements at nine months, offer...
Starting Chores with Toddlers: Building Life Skills One Small Task at a Time
As parents, we often wonder when our little ones should start helping around the house. The answer might surprise you. By the time your little one is a toddler, they’ll...
Your Baby’s Milestones: What to Expect and How to Support Their Growth at 6 Months
Written by: Angela McPhillips, DNP, RN The three- to six-month window is a thrilling time in baby’s development! Gone are the days of newborn snuggles and cluster feeding—they’re now full...
Your Baby’s Milestones: What to Expect and How to Support Their Growth at 3 Months
One of the most magical parts of early parenthood is watching your tiny newborn grow before your eyes. Those rough and sleepy first weeks are behind you and suddenly baby...
Top 10 Baby Registry Must-Haves by Harbor's Director of Nursing
Written by: Kelly Brown, Harbor's Director of Nursing As the Director of Nursing at Harbor.co and a soon to be third-time mom, I’ve seen it all when it comes to...
What a Nurse Practitioner is Doing Differently for Her Third Pregnancy
Written by Harbor Council Member, Shira Page I’m currently prepping for the arrival of my third baby. We weren’t always sure we were going to have a third kid; in...
Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV): What New Parents Need to Know
Here’s everything you need to know about RSV: what it is, how to recognize it, how to prevent it, and what to do if your baby gets it.
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...
The Gift of Sleep: Why It’s Essential for Baby and Parent Health
As parents, we often hear about how critical it is for babies to sleep well—but let’s not forget that your rest is equally essential. A well-rested parent and baby make...
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...
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...
Navigating Early Morning Wake-Ups: Why They Happen and How to Manage Them
Ah, the 4–6 AM wake-up call. Parents know it all too well: the early morning hours when your little one decides it’s time to start the day, even if you’re...
How to Survive Holiday Travel with Young Children
Holiday Travel Tips: Surviving Travel with Small Kids Traveling with little ones can be both exciting and challenging. With thoughtful preparation and the right tools, you can make the journey...
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...
What to expect the first 6 weeks postpartum by Dr. Jennifer McLeland
In the first few weeks postpartum, the focus shifts from mom to the baby, everyone is so focused on that precious bundle of joy that mom often finds herself out...
