The sucking reflex comes naturally to most babies, and its key to helping them effectively drink formula or breastmilk. Here's what you need to know. Your baby does this without thinking about it ...

Very few people can resist smiling at a newborn baby — signaling positive emotions, such as joy and interest. Of course, this is especially true for new parents. One study found that new mothers ...

Have you noticed your baby suddenly jerking their arms and legs as if startled? This is the Moro reflex, an instinctual response that arises from your baby's developing nervous system. It is entirely ...

Getting to know your newborn means adjusting to the way they begin to take in the world. In the first few weeks of your baby’s life, you may notice that they seem tense. Their fists are clenched, with ...

Every new parent looks for reassurance that their baby is healthy and developing as expected. From long stretches of sleep to frequent feeding, there are several natural behaviours that act as ...

Here's how to try it out with your infant. Fact checked by Sarah Scott A new study has highlighted the benefits of the "breast crawl," or letting your newborn tap into their instincts and move to the ...