Family Health Articles

Deciding which baby carrier is right for you can be hard, particularly if you are new to the world of babywearing. Every carrier has its own benefits and shortcomings, and every parent has her own preferences with so much choice.

Cesarean section rates in America have been steadily rising for decades now.

A baby's placenta starts to form early on in pregnancy. Although we rarely gives this unique organ any thought, it plays an essential role in keeping your baby nourished, as well as protecting her from diseases.

Knowing the difference between growing pains or another medical condition can be a bit difficult, and sometimes you need to consult a doctor to find out what the cause of your child’s pain is.

Bullying can ruin a child's quality of life. What should you do if you know or suspect that your own child has been targeted?

Ask anyone who is generally anti-abortion if there is any situation in which the termination of a pregnancy is warranted, and the first answer you are likely to hear is: "When the pregnancy puts the mother's life at risk."

What does Adolf Hitler have to do with abortion rights in the United States today? If you think this is a strange question, you are not the only one.

Cloth diapers are making a comeback, but they are nothing like what your grandmother used back in the day or at least, most of them are not. Are you even vaguely considering giving cloth diapers a try for your baby? This guide may help you.

Every mother has her own personal "list" of things she wish she'd known before giving birth. Parenting, organizational skills, things that happen to your body during and after birth... all of these and more are part of this list.

When the sun comes out, so do ticks. Heading for some good old fun in nature with your children, makes a lot of sense to get through those hot summer days. But beware of ticks; a tiny danger that every parent should be aware of.