It's the dead of winter and you're home alone with your baby. She seems crankier than usual, but then again, so do you. It's a long way off until spring, and you wonder how you'll make it through this seemingly endless string of days spent indoors with your little one.

With the holiday season upon us and the New Year right around the corner, it's that time when we take stock of all that's happened in the past twelve months—and that includes your baby. From her first smile to her first step, there are plenty of moments at which to marvel and to record in her baby book. Here's what you can expect will happen to your new baby, developmentally speaking, in her first year—and what you can do if those milestones aren't being met.

With the holidays right around the corner, it's time to start thinking about sending out cards to family and friends. What better way to say "Season's Greetings" than with a photo of the new addition to your family?

Not long after your child’s arrival into the world, he’ll be going on his first appointment: a check-up with his pediatrician. Determining which doctor will best fit yours—and your child’s—needs is extremely important, considering he’ll be paying annual visits to this person for next eighteen years.

Looks can be deceiving. As adorable and helpless as that precious bundle of joy may appear to be, she'll  soon be crawling, walking and exploring the world around her—and it's up to you to make it a safe place. Babyproofing your home will prevent any potential hazards from endangering your baby, and ultimately provide a secure environment well into the toddler years.

You may have heard about it before, but until you become a parent, the term "swaddling" doesn't hold much meaning. But once you've endured your first round of sleepless nights and have an inconsolable baby on your hands, you're suddenly ready to learn more about the technique that sleep experts laud for its tremendous health benefits—and that will buy you some much-needed shuteye, too.

It's a beautiful summer morning. The sun is shining, there's not a cloud in the sky and a warm breeze is beckoning you to the beach with your baby. But before you head outdoors, be sure you know how best to protect your little one from the elements so you can enjoy the sun safely.