The Parenting Journal

Bringing home a new little one is an exciting and joyful time. However, babies grow and start to walk around exploring all the facets of your home. It is your sole responsibility to keep them safe. One area to prioritize...

Growing little ones love to explore all throughout your home. One very important space to baby-proof is your bathroom. You may not realize it but your bathroom has a host of potentially hazardous areas that could harm your little one....

Everything in your home is up for grabs when you have a new little one in your home. If they can reach it, they want to open it, move it, or play with it. Additionally, the more and more mobile...

That moment when you bring your little one home is a time filled with excitement and joy. However, once your newborn is in your home, it also comes with many more responsibilities. As they grow, they begin to explore and...

Updated September 2026: An earlier version of this article suggested padded or "breathable" crib liners, soft toys, and straps inside the crib. That advice did not follow American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) safe sleep guidance, and we have removed it....

If your baby has a seizure, was knocked out for more than a minute, is hard to wake up, is not moving their neck, arms, or legs normally, or has bleeding you can't stop, call 911 now. For other signs...

Having little explorers in your home running around can potentially lead to dangerous situations. Baby-proofing your home is the first step new parents should take when they bring their new little one home. Safety locks are a perfect way to...

From the moment you bring your newborn home, there is the realization that you have to keep this little one safe. Not only is this time rewarding and exciting, but it also comes with the responsibility of keeping your home...

Throughout pregnancy, you are ensuring that you have all the necessary items that the baby needs from clothes, diapers, bottles, and so forth. However, you do not want to forget all the things your baby does not need – to...