Parenting Basics

A Simple Guide to Surviving Your Baby’s First Year

Becoming a parent is exciting—but let’s be honest, it’s also overwhelming. There’s no official handbook that tells you how to handle those sleepless nights, feeding struggles, and moments where you second-guess yourself. That’s why we’ve put together this straightforward guide to help you navigate the essential parts of your baby’s first year.

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Two adults kneel on a green carpeted floor, each assisting a toddler in standing or walking. The children are exploring textured surfaces made of various materials. In the background, shelves contain bins and a wall displays photos.
Two adults kneel on a green carpeted floor, each assisting a toddler in standing or walking. The children are exploring textured surfaces made of various materials. In the background, shelves contain bins and a wall displays photos.
A person is holding a smartphone with a folder labeled 'Kids' open on the screen. The phone shows various apps, some of which are designed for children, including a dinosaur icon and other child-friendly apps. The background is blurred, with autumn leaves on the ground.
A person is holding a smartphone with a folder labeled 'Kids' open on the screen. The phone shows various apps, some of which are designed for children, including a dinosaur icon and other child-friendly apps. The background is blurred, with autumn leaves on the ground.

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