Expert Warns of Potential Anxiety Risks from Baby Screen Time
Recent research indicates a significant increase in screen time among children under 2 years old, raising concerns among experts about the potential impacts on early development.
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Michigan hospitals celebrate first babies of 2026
Several families across West Michigan welcomed their first babies of 2026 at different hospitals, celebrating new beginnings with healthy newborns and joyful families.
Metro Detroit and West Michigan Hospitals Welcome First Babies of 2026
Several hospitals in Michigan welcomed their first babies of 2026, including Bentley Winston Adsit at Corewell Health’s Butterworth Hospital, Hailey Joe at Holland Hospital, Timothy Carter Kilmartin at Bronson Birthplace in Kalamazoo, and Shepherd Isaac Anderson at University of Michigan Health-West, with all families and babies doing well.
Metro Detroit Hospitals Welcome First Babies of 2026
The first babies of 2026 in Metro Detroit were born just after midnight on January 1st across five hospitals, with each newborn and their families doing well.
First Babies of 2026 Born in Chicago and Surrounding Areas
Chicago-area hospitals welcomed their first babies of 2026, including Brandon Alexander Whittington at Sinai Chicago Hospital, Matthew at UChicago Medicine AdventHealth Bolingbrook, Winona LaCount at Christ Medical Center, Noah Robert Garcia at Advocate Christ Medical Center, and Juliana Marie Poore at Northwestern Medicine Prentice Women's Hospital.
Babies Learn from Soldiers in Malaria Fight
Researchers in Uganda found that treating baby wraps with permethrin significantly reduces malaria infection rates in infants, offering a promising new tool in malaria prevention beyond bed nets, with minimal side effects.
New Non-Invasive Test Enables Quick Meningitis Detection in Babies
A new high-resolution ultrasound device called Neosonics offers a non-invasive, accurate method to detect meningitis in babies, potentially replacing the invasive spinal tap, with 94% accuracy demonstrated in a recent international study.
Three-parent IVF technique prevents inherited diseases in babies
Scientists in Britain have successfully used a pioneering IVF technique involving DNA from three individuals to prevent the transmission of a rare mitochondrial disease, resulting in the birth of eight healthy babies, and this approach is now being cautiously monitored for long-term outcomes.
Ireland launches excavation to uncover remains of nearly 800 infants from Tuam site
Ireland has initiated a complex forensic excavation to locate 796 babies, highlighting a significant and sensitive investigation into historical or recent cases involving these infants.
Novartis' malaria drug approved for infants and newborns
The first malaria treatment specifically approved for babies and very young children has been developed by Novartis and is expected to be rolled out in African countries soon, addressing a critical treatment gap and potentially saving many young lives, especially in regions with high malaria mortality rates.
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Indiana Man Discovers Abandoned Babies in Ditch While Collecting Mail
An Indiana man discovered two abandoned babies in a ditch outside his home, prompting a police investigation into the circumstances of their abandonment and efforts to ensure their safety.
The Risks of Kissing Babies: What You Need to Know
Kissing babies can pose health risks as it may transmit harmful germs and viruses to their developing immune systems. Parents and caregivers are advised to avoid kissing infants to prevent potential illnesses.
Early Sugar Intake Linked to Long-Term Health Risks, Studies Reveal
A study by researchers from the University of Southern California, UC Berkeley, and McGill University found that low sugar intake during the first 1,000 days of life significantly reduces the risk of developing type 2 diabetes and hypertension later in life. Using data from the UK during wartime sugar rationing, the study showed a 35% lower risk of diabetes and a 20% lower risk of hypertension among those with restricted sugar intake. The findings suggest that early-life sugar consumption is a critical factor in long-term health, prompting calls for reformulating baby foods and regulating sugary food marketing to children.
Viral Video Captures Twin Babies' First Meeting
Twin babies Cooper and Olsen, born prematurely, recently noticed each other for the first time, delighting their mother Meagan Garr, who captured the heartwarming moment on video. The video has garnered 13 million views on TikTok, showing the fraternal twins smiling, babbling, and touching each other. Meagan, a wedding videographer from Ocala, Florida, had been eagerly waiting for this milestone and shared her joy with TODAY.com.
Pertussis Resurgence: The Need for Boosters in Some Countries
Whooping cough cases have surged in the UK, Europe, and China, with smaller outbreaks in the US. The pandemic disrupted vaccination schedules, contributing to the rise. Babies are particularly vulnerable, and adults and teens may need booster shots to protect against the highly contagious respiratory illness. While the bacteria causing whooping cough has mutated, current vaccines still offer significant protection. Experts emphasize the importance of vaccination to prevent the spread of the disease and protect vulnerable populations.