Newborn Articles
Expert articles on Newborn.
When to Call the Pediatrician for Projectile Vomiting vs Normal Spit Up
Most baby spit-up is normal. Projectile vomiting is different — here's how to tell them apart and when to call your paediatrician.
Why Your Baby Sounds Congested Without Any Visible Mucus
Many babies sound stuffy and congested without any visible mucus. Here's why it happens and when it's a sign of something to address.
What You Need to Know About the Soft Spot and Fontanelles
Fontanelles are the soft spots on your baby's head where skull bones haven't fused yet. Here's what to expect and what to watch for.
How Tongue Tie and Lip Tie Affect Feeding and Treatment Options
Tongue tie and lip tie restrict movement and can make breastfeeding painful and ineffective. Here's how to identify them and what treatment involves.
Differentiating Between Hunger Gas and Tiredness Cries
Not all baby cries mean the same thing. Learn the subtle differences between hunger, gas pain, and overtired cries so you can respond right.
A Guide to Meconium and Why Your Baby's Poop Changes Color
Newborn poop goes from black meconium to yellow mustard in just a few days. Here's what each colour means and what to watch for.
Identifying and Treating Neonatal Acne and Milia Bumps
Tiny white bumps (milia) and red pimples (neonatal acne) are both very common in newborns. Here's how to tell them apart and what to do.
Why We Are Biologically Programmed to Love the Newborn Smell
The newborn smell triggers a dopamine response similar to addictive substances. Here's the neuroscience behind why you can't stop sniffing your baby.
Understanding Neonatal Alopecia and Why Newborns Lose Their Hair
Most babies lose some or all of their birth hair in the first 2–4 months. This neonatal alopecia is normal and temporary.
How to Help Your Baby with the Moro Startle Reflex
The Moro reflex causes babies to fling their arms out suddenly — often waking themselves from sleep. Here's what it is and how to help.
Normal vs Red Flag Mottled Skin in Newborns
Mottled skin — a blotchy, lace-like pattern — is common in newborns when they're cold. Here's when it's normal and when it's a red flag.
Why Newborn Sneezing and Hiccups Happen So Often
Newborns sneeze far more than adults and hiccup after almost every feed. Here's why these reflexes happen so often and when to check with a doctor.