introducing solid foods

What You Need to Know About Introducing Solid Foods to Your Baby

ByClare Anderson

Babies are entirely dependent on their mothers’ milk for all their nutritional needs, from the moment of birth till the time they are about 6 months old. In fact, breastfeeding is so critical to the wellbeing of babies that the World Health Organization (WHO), American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), and UNICEF, all recommend exclusive breastfeeding…

oral motor developmental milestones

Oral Motor Developmental Milestones: From Baby To Toddler

ByKaren Nunez

As a dental health care professional and a parent, I’ve navigated the exhilarating journey of my child’s early development with both a professional lens and a personal heart. The anticipation of each developmental milestone, especially those related to oral motor skills, was a path filled with excitement and a bit of anxiety. From eagerly awaiting…