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If there’s one thing we wish new parents heard more often, it’s this: You don't have to be afraid of the pacifier. Somehow, pacifiers have become one of those newborn topics surrounded by warnings, guilt, and a whole lot of conflicting advice. Don't introduce one too early. It will cause nipple confusion. It will ruin breastfeeding. Your baby will become dependent on it. You'll never get rid of it. And yet, when you understand what newborns are actually doing when they suck,

If your baby suddenly seems to have forgotten how to sleep... this is for you. POV: Your 16-week-old baby is sleeping long stretches at night, naps finally feel less chaotic, and you finally feel like you're finding your rhythm. Then almost overnight, everything changes. They're waking every hour or two at night. Naps suddenly last only 30 minutes. They seem miserable, hard to settle, more alert, and fussier than usual. If this sounds familiar, welcome to the four-month sleep

For many new parents, bedtime can feel like the most unpredictable part of the day. You've fed your baby, changed diapers, rocked, bounced, and tried everything you can think of—only to wonder, "Why won't my baby just settle?". The truth is, babies aren't born knowing how to transition from the busy world around them into a calm, restful state. Sleep is a skill that develops over time, and one of the most powerful tools we can give our babies is a predictable bedtime routine.

One of the questions I hear from new parents all of the time is "why does my baby make so much noise at night?" Photography by Sydney Muchow, SM Photography As a NICU nurse, newborn educator and mom, I can absolutely vouch for newborns being the loudest little sleepers. But the truth is, newborn sleep is meant to be different from adult sleep. Once you understand why, newborn sleep makes so much sense. Understanding the difference between active & quiet sleep can help you fee