Experts say establishing a feeding schedule is often confusing for new moms. "I think one of the biggest surprises about breastfeeding is discovering just how often your baby needs to eat," says ...

Until Dr. Spock came along in the late 1940s, most babies were fed on a strict schedule ... So this author counsels to feed on demand. Your baby knows best what he needs. Follow his lead with ...

Share on Pinterest Baby-led weaning (BLW) encourages introducing foods through self-feeding, starting around 6 months of age. Instead of gradually shifting from parent-fed purées toward family ...

You can start offering your baby small amounts of water around 6 months old. Until then ... read our guide to feeding in the first year. Healthline has strict sourcing guidelines and relies ...