Sleep training has become a popular method for helping babies develop "independent sleep habits." Yet, recent investigations, including a BBC report, reveal that many sleep trainers operate without regulation and sometimes give advice that can be harmful to vulnerable new parents. Beyond safety concerns, the practice of sleep training raises deeper issues related to race, gender, and the fundamental needs of infants. Babies do not thrive through strict schedules or controlled

Yes. It is real. Why is this controversial? I myself am tongue tied and so is my daughter. Tongue tie is ancient and multicultural. This is not a fad. Can we diagnose it by looking? It depends. If it's severe enough, probably. The important part to look for is how the tongue is functioning. Can the tongue elevate? Can the tongue lateralize? How about extension? I hear people say, "Kristi, I really wanted to breastfeed, but I couldn't. I'm only pumping." I hear

Tuesday, December 24, 2024 Tonight is Christmas Eve, the night we pause to remember when a vulnerable family sought shelter for their...