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The Fourth Trimester Of Pregnancy: Doctor-Recommended Ways To Help Your Newborn Transition From Birth To 3 Months

The fourth trimester begins when your baby is born and continues until she reaches 3 months old. It's a time of adjustment for both the mother and the newborn -- who was quite content for 9 months inside the womb and now must learn to adapt to all new sights, sounds, and activities. Here are 5 pediatrician-recommended ways to re-create that feeling of being inside the womb during your baby's first 3 months of life.

Alternative Vaccine Schedules vs. The CDC’s Immunization Schedule: How To Find Vaccine-Friendly Pediatricians

As a first time mother, I question everything when it comes to the wellness and safety of my baby. Right away, we were faced with the dilemma of getting newborn vaccines while in the hospital after delivery - the Hepatitis B shot, and the Vitamin K shot. Then, the CDC's immunization schedule for children says to give 6 vaccinations at 2 months of age. I've done my research and decided to follow an alternative vaccine schedule instead of the CDC's baby vaccination chart. See why, and if this is the right decision for your family -- or not.