Advice
You’d expect the makers of Mylicon® to offer advice on how to treat infant gas, but we’ve got lots of helpful information for parents.
Managing Mommy Guilt
Mommy guilt is more common than you think. Mylicon offers tips for managing mommy guilt.
Helping Your Baby Latch & Suck Effectively
Breastfeeding can be challenging but these tips will help baby latch and suck effectively.
Sleep Help Guide for New Moms
New parent sleep deprivation comes with the territory. Learn what sleep deprivation is, and how to deal with sleep deprivation after baby arrives.
Baby Playtime Ideas for 10- to 12-month-old Infants
As you prepare for baby’s first birthday, follow these playtime ideas at home with advice from Mylicon.
Tips and Tricks to Get Started Breastfeeding
When it comes to what to know about breastfeeding, there is a lot of information. Here are top breastfeeding tips to get you started.
How to Handle the Formula Shortage and Switching Baby Formula
Dealing with a baby formula shortage or switching from breastmilk? Mylicon has advice you need to ease the transition.
Baby Playtime Ideas for 7- to 9-month-old Infants
Baby playtime advice that is fun for parents along with 9-, 8-, and 7-month-old baby activities.
Help! My Baby Hates Tummy Time
Tummy time is key to your baby’s development. Learn what tummy time is, how much tummy time your baby should get, and what to do if your baby hates tummy time.
Playtime: 4 to 6 Months Old
If you’re looking for 4- to 6-month-old activities to do, read all about 4-month baby activities, activities for a 5-month-old, and 6-month-old activities.
What To Expect in Your 2nd Trimester
Your second trimester may be when you feel your best. Discover when the second trimester is, what happens in your second trimester weeks, and possible symptoms.
Playtime: 0 to 3 Months Old
As far as playtime is concerned, you may wonder what to do with a newborn. Learn all about newborn activities with this guide to 0-3-month activities.
Preparing For Your Baby’s 1st Pediatrician Visit
Your first pediatrician visit can be both exciting and intimidating. Prepare for your baby’s first checkup with first pediatrician visit questions and more.
Are Pacifiers Good For Babies?
A baby pacifier has major benefits and also a few drawbacks. Discover the pros and cons of a pacifier, including if you can use a pacifier for a breastfed baby.
Healthy Snacking & Food Traps To Avoid
Snack time can easily disrupt mealtime. Learn what are good snacks for toddlers, including healthy toddler snacks on-the-go and toddler hacks.
Yes, There’s a 4th Trimester—Here’s How To Navigate It
The 4th trimester can be a challenging time. Learn what the 4th trimester is, what to expect, and tips for surviving the 4th trimester.
What To Expect in Your 3rd Trimester
The third trimester of your pregnancy is full of change and transformation. Find out what to expect in the third trimester including third trimester symptoms.
Nursery Organization Tips & Hacks
The right nursery organization can save time and energy. Discover clever ways to organize your nursery items and learn nursery organization hacks along the way.
Dos & Don’t of Caring for Your Kid’s Teeth (Including the Loose Ones)
Proper baby teeth care can set your kid up for a healthy smile for years to come. Learn how to care for your child’s teeth and discover our baby teeth loss chart.
Ouchy Wowchy! How To Treat Diaper Rash
Diaper rash is a common, uncomfortable, and even painful condition. Learn the different diaper rash types, what causes diaper rash, and diaper rash treatments.
Is Your Kid Lactose Intolerant or Allergic to Milk?
Lactose intolerance symptoms may look like a milk allergy. Learn what lactose intolerance signs are, and how you can help relieve—and avoid—them.
Signs & Treatment of Postpartum Depression
Postpartum depression affects one in eight women. Learn what postpartum depression symptoms look like and how you can get help with postpartum treatment.
Finding the Right Pediatrician for Your Baby
How soon you should find a pediatrician when pregnant may surprise you. Discover how to find the right pediatrician and first pediatrician questions to ask.
Common GI Issues During Pregnancy
Stomach issues during pregnancy are common. Find out what might be causing pregnancy constipation, diarrhea while pregnant, or an upset stomach while pregnant.
Pregnancy Brain & Its Hidden Benefits
Is pregnancy brain a real thing? Here, we’re explaining what baby brain is, what causes pregnancy brain, and how you manage it.
Sweet Retreat: Replacing Sugar With Healthy Options
Kids’ holiday treats are packed with sugar. But too much sugar can be bad for your child’s health. Learn how to limit sugar and find healthy candy alternatives.
Teething Tips To Help Soothe Your Baby
Your baby’s first tooth can be exciting, but teething symptoms can also include teething pain. Read our teething guide for teething tips and teething remedies.
Activities To Avoid While Pregnant—Plus, Ones To Enjoy
There are many things to avoid during pregnancy. Here, learn what they are, why you should refrain, and what pregnancy-friendly activities you can safely enjoy.
The Dos and Don’ts of Nursery Room Safety
Accidents happen fast. Ensure your baby’s safety with this nursery checklist on baby room safety, crib safety, safe sleep for babies, and more.
The Secret No One Is Talking About—Postpartum Anxiety
Postpartum anxiety is more common than you may know. Learn about postpartum anxiety symptoms, postpartum anxiety causes, and postpartum anxiety treatment here.
Sleep Regression 101—Plus, Tips & Tricks To Help
Sleep regression can disrupt both your and your kid’s lives—but it’s normal in child development. Learn how to identify and help sleep regression in babies and toddlers.
Potty Training Dos & Don’ts
Potty training your toddler can be both an exciting and challenging time. Check out our potty training guide to learn potty training tips, as well as what not to do.
Your Birth Plan Checklist & Template
Having a birth plan in place for you and your little one’s big arrival can help everyone involved. Learn how to create a birth plan checklist and what to include.
Toddler & Child Sleep Guide
Getting your older child or toddler to sleep can be a challenge. Learn all about child sleep and toddler sleep, plus get tips on toddler sleep training.
Food Allergies In Kids—Plus, How To Prevent Them
Food allergies in kids can be challenging to manage. Learn all about food allergies in babies—including how to identify, manage, and help prevent them.
What You Can & Can’t Eat & Drink While Pregnant
The list of dos and don’ts during pregnancy can be overwhelming. Here, we break down dietary things to avoid during pregnancy—and what you can have.
Labor & Delivery Must-Haves
Preparing for labor and delivery can be overwhelming. Try easing your mind by being prepared with our hospital bag checklist.
10 Tips For Going Back To Work
Going back to work can be challenging for both you and your child. Here’s how to smooth the transition back to work after baby for you both.
Your Guide To Healthy Baby Sleep
Baby sleep is your infant’s primary activity. Learn how much sleep babies need, how long babies sleep, and 9 tips to help them snooze through the night.
Nursery Must-Haves: Your Guide To The Best Baby Room
Preparing a nursery for your baby can be a ton of fun. Gather all of the adorable and practical necessities with our baby nursery checklist.
Development Milestones From Ages 2 To 11
Development milestones for kids ages 2 to 11 cover a lot of ground. Here, we’re discussing what these specific child milestones are and what each phase entails.
How To Prepare Your Child For a New Baby
A new baby can throw an older child’s life into chaos. Here, we discuss preparing for baby and how to help prevent and manage newborn jealousy.
5 Ways To Help Your Kid’s Separation Anxiety
Separation anxiety can be challenging for both you and your kid. Here are 5 ways to help your separation anxiety child, and 4 for you too!
Does My Baby Actually Need a Feeding Schedule?
Baby feeding schedules are a common concept. But should you really worry about creating one for your baby? We’ll explain.
The Difference Between Gripe Water & Gas Drops
The debate between gripe water and gas drops for babies can get heated. Read on to learn exactly what each one is, as well as their potential benefits and risks.
Introducing Your Baby To Solid Food
Introducing solid food to your baby can be an exciting time for you both. Learn how to make the most out of mealtime and help your infant adapt to solid foods.
Demystified: Infant Colic vs. Gas
Baby colic and infant gas can be hard to tell apart. Learn what the symptoms and causes of colic vs. gas are ahead.
Different Positions For Breastfeeding & Bottle Feeding
Whether you’re breastfeeding or bottle feeding your baby, there are benefits to holding them in certain positions at mealtime. Here, find out what they are.
4 Types of Cries & What They Mean
Your baby crying can be stressful for both you and them. Learn about the 4 different types of crying and what you can do to help calm your little one down.
Development Milestones In Your Baby’s First 18 Months
Infant developmental milestones advance every few months. Here, learn all about your baby’s stages of development in their first 18 months.
Have a Picky Eater at Home? Try These 12 Tips
Children that are picky eaters can be challenging at mealtime. Try these 12 tips to get healthy food for picky eaters into your child’s belly.
Infant Gas Causes & Prevention
Learn what causes infant gas, including common food and lifestyle triggers, as well as how to help prevent trapped gas from forming in the first place.
How To Give Your Baby a Massage
Baby massage can benefit your infant in many ways. Learn how to do six techniques to help your baby’s gas, digestion, colic, and more.
Your Diaper Bag Checklist
Diaper bags are your ticket to freedom when you have a baby and/or young child. Find out what diaper bag essentials you need in your baby bag with our checklist.
When Kids’ Tummy Trouble Is Actually Stress
Many things can be behind your kid’s tummy issues, and sometimes stress and tummy aches go hand-in-hand. Learn how to identify stomach stress ahead.
How To Calm Your Crying & Fussy Baby
It’s difficult to see your crying baby. Here, we’re letting you in on 8 techniques to help calm your fussy baby (and help relieve you, too!).
Surprising Mind & Body Benefits of Baby Massage
Massage can benefit your baby in more ways than one. Learn how baby massage can help relieve gas and promote social, motor, and intellectual development ahead.
Why Babies Benefit From Probiotics
Probiotics’ benefits for babies go beyond their bellies. Learn all about how and why infant probiotics can help your little one, too.
Common Causes of Stomach Discomfort In Kids
Stomach pain in kids is a common occurrence. Learn about the most common types of stomach discomfort, and what you can do to help relieve and prevent them here.
How To Relieve Infant Gas
Baby gas can be a frustrating and uncomfortable experience for both parents and babies. Ahead, we share how to recognize and treat infant gas.