A New Jersey Golden Retriever naps right by the baby's bassinet, refusing couch spots to stay close to the newborn, a heartwarming example of the breed's loyal, protective nature in a viral family moment.
Latin singer Maluma publicly criticized a fan for bringing a one-year-old baby to his concert and swinging the child around, calling it irresponsible and inappropriate for a child to be there. Fans supported his stance, emphasizing the importance of child safety and proper venue choices. Maluma, also a parent, has expressed his desire to set a good example for his daughter Paris.
Paris Hilton responded to criticism after a TikTok video showed her baby son's life jacket on backward, explaining she was reassured by the seller it was correct. Fans offered parenting tips without malice, and Paris appreciated the advice, similar to a recent car seat mishap she corrected.
Staff at the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) have recommended a major redesign of baby loungers and similar infant cushions following the deaths of 79 babies from 2010 to 2022. The proposed safety measures would require the cushions to be as firm as a crib mattress and limit the height of the walls to less than 2 inches to reduce the risk of suffocation or restricted breathing. The changes would also include more prominent warning labels cautioning against using the cushions for sleep or leaving babies unattended. The CPSC commissioners will decide whether to adopt the recommendations in November, and if approved, the public will have the opportunity to provide feedback before implementation. Manufacturers have defended their products as safe when used as intended, while awake and supervised.
Kissing a newborn baby on the lips can cause the baby to die due to neonatal herpes, warns Nikki Jurcutz, an expert from infant care company Tiny Hearts Education. Herpes can cause shortness of breath, severe breathing problems, and even death in infants whose immune systems are not fully developed. Jurcutz suggests several precautions to minimize the risk of babies getting herpes, including not kissing the baby's face or hands, wearing a face mask to cover cold sores, and using hand sanitizer before holding the baby.