Your new food critic

So, how will you feed your newborn? It’s a common and important question for any parent.

By now you've noticed that everything seems to make its way into your little one’s mouth. Once he’s able grasp small objects, eating those little goodies is exactly what he'll try to do. His tiny teeth are ready to be put to good use. Although he's only using them for cutting, not really chewing, that doesn't mean your child is ready for just any food you offer. Even though it's now finger food time in his life, you still need to be careful about what foods he grabs with those little fingers.

By Dr. Ted Jablonski, family physician

Just as it was important to eat right while you were pregnant, it's also vital that you continue to do so while breastfeeding. Here are a few tips to keep in mind as you adapt to life as a nursing mom.

Teething begins at different times for different babies, although most have already started by six months of age. The first tooth usually appears in the middle of the lower jaw, known as the bottom front teeth. 

Formula. It’s full of nutrition—but how you prep and store it can serve up some questions, too.

By Dr. Jeff Habert, family physician

By Dr. Dina Kulik, pediatrician

By Dr. Ted Jablonski, family physician