The Summery Blog

Parenting is always on, so we are too. The Summery brings together all the resources you need to go deeper into your kid’s health, without the overwhelm.

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Newborn
Dr. Marcy Borieux
Dahlia Rimmon, RDN

Newborn baby essentials 101

Baby care for new parents

Newborn

Newborn
Dr. Marcy Borieux
Dahlia Rimmon, RDN

How to change your baby's diaper

We'll walk you through the basics of changing your baby's diaper.

Newborn

Preparing a warm bottle: breastmilk vs infant formula

To help you through those sleepless nights, Nicole Silber, RD, CSP, CLC, Summer Health’s lactation expert, has tips on warming breast milk or baby formula safely and to the perfect temperature.

Feeding

9 ways to soothe newborns and infants without a pacifier

Even without a pacifier, there are ways to help calm your little one down — and teach them to self soothe.

Developmental milestones

Newborn
Dr. Marcy Borieux
Dahlia Rimmon, RDN

What to expect during your newborn's first week

A new parent’s guide to everything you need to know

Newborn

Am I overfeeding my baby?

Understanding hunger and fullness cues

Feeding

What to do when your baby has diarrhea

We'll break down everything you need to know about newborn diarrhea, how to recognize it, how it differs from normal poop, and what to do if your baby is experiencing it.

Gastrointestinal Issues

How to stop breastfeeding and tips for weaning

This transition can be emotional and is not always straightforward, so to help you with weaning, Nicole Silber, RD, CSP, CLC, a lactation expert at Summer Health, is here to share her tips on transitioning from the breast.

Breastfeeding

Colds
Dr. Marcy Borieux
Megan N. Freeland, PharmD

All about summer colds: What parents need to know

Kids getting sick during the summer can really put a damper on your fun-in-the-sun plans. We asked Summer Health pediatrician Marcy Borieux, MD, FAAP to share a few important facts about summer colds in children.

Colds

Posts about Colds

Colds
Megan N. Freeland, PharmD

Stuffy nose: 3 ways to treat nasal congestion without medicine

Relieve your baby's stuffy nose without medicine

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Colds
Megan N. Freeland, PharmD

RSV in babies: How to prevent and treat RSV during RSV season

Ways to treat and prevent RSV in babies and young children

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Colds
Dahlia Rimmon, RDN

Understanding the flu virus in children

Flu symptoms, flu vaccine, and treating the influenza virus

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Colds
Dahlia Rimmon, RDN

Understanding your baby's runny nose

Snot, mucus, and the nasal passages

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Posts about Sleep

Sleep
Dahlia Rimmon, RDN

3-year-old sleep schedule and habits

Example sleep schedules and bedtime routine tips for toddlers

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Sleep
Dahlia Rimmon, RDN

A parent's guide to night terrors

Understanding night terrors, nightmares, and sleepwalking

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Sleep
Dahlia Rimmon, RDN

12-month-old: Sleep habits and sleep schedule

Understanding sleep schedules, bedtime routine, and naptime for your toddler

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Sleep
Dahlia Rimmon, RDN

How to manage 2-year-old sleep regressions

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