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Pregnancy & Newborns
Preparing for Your Baby
Choosing a Pediatrician

A pediatrician, family practice physician, or pediatric nurse practitioner can be your baby's primary care provider. The medical specialty dealing with children is called pediatrics.

Getting Ready at Home

Newborns need just some basic items at first—a warm and safe place to sleep, food, clothing, and diapers.

Preparing the Family

Most families soon find ways to adjust to the changes that take place after a baby is born. But it is helpful to prepare some family members for what is ahead.

Installing and Using Child Safety Seats and Booster Seats

A child safety seat should be easy to use, fit in your vehicle's seats, and be the proper size for your child.

A Parent’s Guide to Choosing Child Care

As a parent of a young child, one of the most important decisions you will make is choosing who will care for your child while you’re at work.