Parenting vol. 4: The second month

Baby may hit growth spurt
By now your baby should be gaining about one and a half to two pounds per month. Although growth will slow down after the third month, your baby will still put on lots of "baby" fat. Read full story...

Your baby's immunizations
There are several immunizations recommended at two months. Read full story...

Parent 'blues'
Having a new baby brings new frustrations and challenges. About half of new mothers and some of their partners feel blue and depressed after the birth of their new baby. Read full story...

Resources at Allina Hospitals & Clinics

Pregnancy care services

Health classes

Family medicine

Obstetrics and gynecology

Pediatrics

In partnership with

Baby Care Index

Physical growth: 2 to 3 months

Development: Early skills

Safety: Increased measures

Feeding: Less and more

Sleep: Awake longer

Hygiene: Stooling patterns

Parent-to-parent: Partners & work

Immunizations: 2 month series

Partnering with your baby's doctor: Your intuition

Past Issues

Vol. 3: The first month

Vol. 2: At home with your new baby

Vol. 1: The first few days