Pregnancy, Babies & Toddlers

Dear Parents,

If you're expecting multiples – or you suspect that you are – this issue can answer some of the questions you may have about weight gain, delivery, preterm labor, breastfeeding, and more.

With so many first-year expenses, make sure you buy the right products for your baby. We offer some help choosing essentials like diapers, baby bottles, toys, the car seat, and the stroller.

As warmer weather returns, get outside with your toddler for some active fun – like balloon kites, digging for treasure, and rope games.

From the Editors at FamilyEducation.com

Multiple Pregnancy
Since 1973, twin births have increased at twice the rate of singleton births, and triplet births have increased sevenfold!

Signs and Symptoms of Multiple Pregnancy HCG Screening for Multiple Pregnancy Weight Gain Multiple Pregnancy and Bed Rest What to Expect with Bed Rest

When Will You Deliver? Vaginal Delivery Why Preterm Labor Is a Concern Signs of Preterm Labor The Impact of Premature Birth Breastfeeding Multiples

Choosing the Right Baby Products
Get some help here with the many purchasing decisions you need to make for baby.

Earth-Friendly Products for Your New Baby Cribs for Multiples What You Need to Know About Baby Bottles Setting Up Your Changing Station Diaper Wars: Cloth vs. Disposable

Treating Diaper Rash Building the Complete Diaper Bag Toys for Babies Stroller Basics Strollers for More Than One Car Seat Safety

Outdoor Activities for Toddlers
Get some fresh air and some exercise with these outdoor activities for toddlers.

Balloon Kites Digging for Treasure Mud Handprints Unisex Nature Bracelet Shadow Tracing Living Shamrock

Rope Games Bubble Fun Bubble Solutions Painted Rocks Nighttime Binoculars More Outdoor Activities

Introducing FE Blogs!
We're proud to present two new parenting blogs on FamilyEducation.com: Aliki McElreath's Professor Mom chronicles and Todd Lieman's Skadaddle.

A very important statistic for any new parent is the "Sleep Per Day" ratio. Since the typical night's sleep has been obliterated, parents need to find a way to get their sleep throughout the entire day.
— Todd Lieman, Skadaddle. Read more!

Top 10 Most Fascinating Pets
Want something more exciting than an ordinary dog or cat for your family pet? How about a pig, a squirrel, or even a chipmunk? Check out our list of top 10 most fascinating pets to find a unique furry friend to join your family.

Activities Center

		Our Activities Center offers hundreds of activities for you and your family to enjoy together. Search by age range and activity type, such as arts & crafts, seasonal, or puzzles & games. You'll find everything you could want to entertain and educate, all in one place.

Birthday Gift Giving Guides
Having a hard time deciding on a birthday present for baby's first birthday? We can help. Check out our list of top baby gift ideas. We can also help you find perfect gifts for kids ages 0-5, 6-10, 11-13, and 14-18, as well as for the sweet sixteen girl.

Today's Trendiest Strollers
Do you have stroller envy? Browse some of the most popular stroller models on the market and find out why parents can't get enough of them.

		Join in this discussion on our Message Boards with a woman who is worried about her little one chewing on the blankets: "My daughter has chewed on her blanket corners since I stopped breast feeding. I can't get her to stop, and my boyfriend and I are worried it's going to cause some kind of damage to her teeth and/or health. Can someone help me figure out what to do?" —mommyloves

Quiz: What's in a Name?
Take our quiz and learn how parents in different cultures name their kids.