Resources

Expert guidance for your most burning questions directly from the Summer Health clinical team.

Tiny Troubles: Infant First Aid 101

Join our Head of Clinical Dr. Ali Alhassani to cover the most common first aid issues you may encounter including fevers, burns, breathing problems, allergic reactions, falls, seizures and more to help you learn how to assess, respond, and provide crucial care.

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Nicole Silber, RD, CSP, CLC

Purees vs. Baby-Led Weaning: Why You Don't Have to Choose

Join Summer Health's Nicole Silber, RD, CLC, as she breaks down baby-led weaning and purees, teaches you how to get started, and shares tips for introducing nutritious foods + allergens and fostering adventurous eaters.

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Constipation

Dr. Marcy Borieux

Dahlia Rimmon, RDN

What's The Deal With Baby Constipation?

Let's discuss what constipation looks like in babies, and how to keep those diaper changes flowing smoothly.

Choosing a pediatrician

Dr. Marcy Borieux

Dahlia Rimmon, RDN

First-time parent? How to choose a pediatrician

This guide will lead you through the process of choosing a pediatrician, covering what to look for, factors to consider, and how to find the perfect fit to meet your family’s needs.

Developmental milestones

Megan N. Freeland, PharmD

Baby cries and colic: a guide for worried parents

Trying to figure out why your baby is crying can feel like trying to solve a logic puzzle. Sometimes there’s an easy fix. Other times, the odds aren’t quite in your favor. It can be especially frustrating when your baby is fussy or crying right after you've tried to solve a core problem, like feeding them if you think they’re hungry. And if you have a colicky baby who cries more than most, your child may seem inconsolable. Knowing these can be stressful times for parents, here are some ways you can try to solve the unpredictable puzzle of baby’s cries.

Fever

Dr. Marcy Borieux

Megan N. Freeland, PharmD

Can babies overheat: Must-know facts about overheating in newborns and infants

When babies come into the world, they need help doing most things — keeping a consistent body temperature, included. It’s one of the reasons why babies are wrapped in a blanket after birth, and are sometimes placed under a warmer. Because it’s so easy for babies’ body temperatures to change, it’s certainly possible for a baby to be too warm and even to overheat. Luckily, there are ways you can help keep your baby from overheating.

Developmental milestones

Dr. Ali Alhassani

Megan N. Freeland, PharmD

When can babies start to swim

Is there anything cuter than a little tot smiling as he/she splashes away in the water on a sunny day? One of your priorities as a parent might be keeping that smile on your little one’s face, but your top priority is probably keeping them safe in the water. Consider this deep-dive into introducing swimming to newborns and infants a helpful start to a lifelong love of and respect for water.

Developmental milestones

Dahlia Rimmon, RDN

Tips for traveling with a newborn baby

Whether you're daydreaming about a family getaway or already have one in the works, preparing for travel with a newborn is a big deal. Between packing, sorting out travel details, and wondering how on earth you'll keep your baby happy during the journey, there’s a lot to consider. Traveling with a newborn should be fun and it’s a wonderful opportunity to start building precious family memories. But before you jump into planning, let's go over some key family travel tips to make sure your adventure is a smooth and enjoyable one for everyone involved.

Starting solid foods

Nicole Silber, RD, CSP, CLC

Dahlia Rimmon, RDN

Baby-led weaning: a modern parent's guide to starting solid foods

Introducing solid foods to your baby is a thrilling adventure full of messy kitchens, memorable first bites, and those adorable avocado-covered smiles. While spoon-feeding purees has been the go-to method for many parents, there's a growing trend towards baby-led weaning (BLW), a method of starting solids in which babies explore finger foods on their own terms. To help you understand baby-led weaning, we've outlined everything you need to know in this guide. The Summer Health team is here to support you every step of the way.

Feeding issues

Dahlia Rimmon, RDN

Food allergy symptoms

Dealing with food allergies can be nerve-racking for parents as they start introducing solids to their babies. The last thing you want is to accidentally feed your baby something they're allergic to, and suddenly they start itching, or worse, they’re having trouble breathing. Yeah, no thank you! But remember, knowledge is key, and understanding food allergy symptoms can give you the confidence to navigate this new milestone. We're here to provide guidance and help you recognize what to look for so you can feel more at ease when introducing allergens to your child.

Starting solid foods

Nicole Silber, RD, CSP, CLC

Dahlia Rimmon, RDN

Solid foods 101: introducing first foods

Right when you think you’ve become the expert in milk feeds, solid food enters the chat and shakes up your routine (yet again!). Whether you're a first-time parent or experienced pro, we're here to guide you through the process of introducing solids. We'll cover signs of readiness, recommended foods, allergen introduction, and provide the top tips and tricks to make this a smooth and happy transition for both you and your baby. Don't worry, we're here to support you every step of the way.

Sleep

Dahlia Rimmon, RDN

Understanding sleep regressions, according to a sleep specialist

To better understand baby sleep regressions, we're turning to Summer Health’s sleep specialist, Jess Ellsworth, for expert advice that will hopefully help you catch a few more Z's.

Sleep

Dahlia Rimmon, RDN

5 tips to help your baby to sleep in a crib, according to a sleep specialist

We want the transition to the crib to be as smooth as possible (and we want some well-deserved rest for you too!), so we sat down with Summer Health’s sleep specialist Jess Ellsworth for some pro tips on getting your newborn to sleep in the crib.

Sleep

Dahlia Rimmon, RDN

Why won't my baby sleep? 9 sleep tips for newborn slumber

One of the toughest challenges of adjusting as a new parent is the lack of sleep. When your baby is struggling to doze off, you're wrestling with sleep too, leading to some seriously tough nights and drowsy days. While we all wish there was a magic trick to help babies sleep soundly, the reality is that babies need time to adapt to life outside the womb, and to develop their own sleep rhythm. We're here to share the ins and outs of promoting healthy sleep habits for your little sleep fighter. But before you nod off and turn into a zombie, just know we’re here for moral support and we’re only one text away.

Sleep

Dahlia Rimmon, RDN

How to practice safe sleep for babies

After a long, exhausting day of non-stop feeding, fleeting cat naps (seriously, can they stretch them out any longer?), and endless diaper changes, all you’re craving is putting your baby down for the night and to finally catch some Z’s yourself. But as soon as they're down for bed, bam! Anxiety hits. Is my baby too cold? Is the sound machine too loud? Are they still breathing? These parental worries are totally relatable, and for a good reason - we just want our babies to sleep safely.

Resources

Tiny Troubles: Infant First Aid 101

Purees vs. Baby-Led Weaning: Why You Don't Have to Choose

All posts

What's The Deal With Baby Constipation?

First-time parent? How to choose a pediatrician

Baby cries and colic: a guide for worried parents

Can babies overheat: Must-know facts about overheating in newborns and infants

When can babies start to swim

Tips for traveling with a newborn baby

Baby-led weaning: a modern parent's guide to starting solid foods

Food allergy symptoms

Solid foods 101: introducing first foods

Posts about Colds

Allergies or the Common Cold?

What to Expect this Flu Season

Posts about Sleep

Understanding sleep regressions, according to a sleep specialist

5 tips to help your baby to sleep in a crib, according to a sleep specialist

Why won't my baby sleep? 9 sleep tips for newborn slumber

How to practice safe sleep for babies