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• Article - 7 Minute Read

  Infant Sleep Help: What Does ‘Drowsy but Awake’ Mean?

  August 28, 2023

  One of the biggest challenges of the infant stage is getting your baby on a regular sleep-wake cycle. Learn more.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics

  Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics

  Tagged with: Discovery, Specialty

  

• Article - 4 Minute Read

  Benefits of White Noise for Babies

  August 29, 2023

  White noise can be soothing for babies and help them sleep. But it's important to be aware of the volume in white noise devices. Here's what you need to know.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics

  Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics

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• Article - 3 Minute Read

  Better Bedtime Routines

  October 4, 2022

  These age-related guidelines can help you find what works best for you to help your child get enough sleep.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics

  Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics

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  UPMC HealthBeat Podcast: Treating Anxiety and Postpartum Depression in New Moms

  May 9, 2022

  Sarah DeBrunner, MD, a psychiatrist with UPMC Magee-Womens Behavioral Health Services discusses causes of anxiety and depression in new moms.Listen Now

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC Western Behavioral Health, UPMC Magee-Womens

  Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Mental Health, Pregnancy and Childbirth, UPMC HealthBeat Podcast

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• Article - 3 Minute Read

  Is It Safe for Babies to Sleep in a Swing?

  April 13, 2022

  While it's tempting to let your baby snooze in a swing, it's not always the best idea. Read on for the dos and don'ts of safe sleep.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC Magee-Womens

  Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Pregnancy and Childbirth

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• Article - 5 Minute Read

  Postpartum Intrusive Thoughts: Managing Mental Health in Early Motherhood

  November 9, 2021

  Having postpartum intrusive thoughts can leave you feeling ashamed, afraid, and stressed. If you're struggling, you're not alone.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC Western Behavioral Health, UPMC Magee-Womens

  Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Mental Health

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  How Smoking, Alcohol, and Drugs Can Harm Your Baby

  March 23, 2016

  Your unborn baby receives much of what you eat, drink, and breathe. Learn how unhealthy habits—like smoking, drinking, and doing drugs—can harm your baby.Learn More

  Categorized as: Pregnancy and Childbirth, Women's Health

  Tagged with: caffeine, illegal substance use, pregnancy, smoking, smoking and pregnancy