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The Science of Sleep Coaching—Why Teaching Babies to Sleep Benefits the Whole Family

By Angela McPhillips, DNP, RN The Sleep Training Debate Few parenting topics spark as much debate as sleep training. Some parents swear by it, crediting structured sleep methods with restoring...

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...

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...

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...

8 Steps To Create the Perfect Newborn Nursery

Designing a nursery allows you to celebrate and prepare for your little one’s forthcoming arrival. It’s a space for you to imagine what life will be like once they’re here—a...

How To Navigate Nighttime Diaper Changes

Nighttime diaper changes present parents with a conundrum: do you disturb their rest for a damp diaper? While many babies will need nighttime diaper changes until they’re sleeping through the...

What Does Cradle Cap Look Like? Plus, 5 Ways To Treat It!

Cradle cap, also known as infantile seborrheic dermatitis, is a common skin condition among babies that, while visually disconcerting, is harmless and temporary. Despite the cause of cradle cap not...

Nurturing Developmental Milestones through Play

As adults, we typically think of play as a means of having fun. For children, it’s also critical to their development. As your little one grows and changes, so will...

How To Know When To Use A Sleep Sack

Swaddles and sleep sacks are two essential tools in a parent’s arsenal when it comes to encouraging better sleep for babies. Both are cozy wraps that provide comfort, security, and...

4 Tips For Embracing Parenthood’s Struggles with Shira Page

One of the unspoken challenges of early parenthood is navigating information overload. Between books and classes and websites and guidance from friends or doctors, new parents and parents-to-be are bombarded...

6 Ways Dads Can Build a Strong Bond with Baby

It goes without saying that the bond between a mother and her child is unlike anything else in the world. A bond between a father and child is unique 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...

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