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Pregnancy and Newborns

Infant Play

Read on for helpful suggestions for activities and toys for your baby, according to their age.

Newborn Reflexes

Ever wonder why your baby flings his arms out sideways when startled? This reaction--called the Moro reflex--is one of many natural reflexes your newborn should exhibit. Read on to learn about common newborn reflexes and what they mean.

Newborn Senses

Babies are born with all five senses--sight, hearing, smell, taste, and touch. Some of the senses are not fully developed.

Newborn Sleep Patterns

New parents are often unsure how long and how often a newborn should sleep. Read on to learn about general newborn sleep patterns, the quiet alert phases, and how to help your baby fall asleep.

Newborn Crying

Crying is the way babies communicate. They cry because of hunger, discomfort, frustration, tiredness, and even loneliness.

Newborn Appearance

Newborns have many variations in normal appearance, from their skin color to the shape of their head. Here's a look at some of the normal variations you can expect.

Anatomy: Fetus in Utero

Definitions of terms related to the anatomy of a fetus in utero.

The Growing Child: Newborn

A helpful look at what to expect with your newborn—from your baby's growth and reflexes to crying and emotional development.