Plant-based milks are popular alternatives to regular cow’s milk — and they can be great options for some adults, especially those who have lactose intolerance.| What to Expect
Is your toddler pumping enough iron — in her veins, that is? Iron is an essential mineral that your child needs to grow properly. And although most people in the United States get enough of it in their diets, some young children may be running low. In fact, research suggests that nearly 1 in 10 toddlers in the U.S. are deficient in iron.| What to Expect
The current baby formula shortage is making it incredibly stressful for many families to find the formula they need to feed their little ones. If you're struggling to find infant formula in stock, you may have come across homemade baby formula recipes online. But while these do-it-yourself concoctions might seem inexpensive or look like they contain harmless, basic ingredients, it's never a good idea to serve your baby homemade formula — and the risks are more significant than you may...| What to Expect
Finding the perfect baby formula for your little one can be challenging even under the best of circumstances. But the ongoing shortages caused by the Abbott formula recall and pre-existing pandemic supply chain issues have made things even more difficult than usual.| What to Expect
When it comes to babies, milk really does do a body good. But the best type of milk for your baby will vary depending on his age — and, until he’s a toddler, will likely change from year to year.| What to Expect
Shortages of infant formulas have occurred in some stores, mostly due to pandemic-related supply chain issues and a recent large-scale recall of contaminated products. Read on for tips for families struggling to find infant formula.| HealthyChildren.org
You know calcium does your body good, but did you know that it’s crucial for your growing toddler, too? Here's everything parents need to know about calcium for kids, plus how to make sure your little one is getting enough.| What to Expect
Many a new mom dealing with a fussy newborn (and truthfully, what newborn isn’t fussy?), has suspected that her suffering sweetheart must have a cow's milk allergy or intolerance, especially when well-intentioned friends and relatives are also blaming milk.| What to Expect
Dr. Kelman says she generally prefers that parents transition from a bottle directly to an open cup, but if you do go the sippy cup route, she suggests a spoutless model. “Although there have been some concerns regarding positioning of the tongue with [spoutless] cups, they aren’t as damaging to the teeth as traditional sippy cups,” she explains.| What to Expect