Baby: Care--Baby

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What Really Matters to Moms

My daughter-in-law said her pediatrician told her the baby has "stage 4" colic. Is there really such a condition?

What exactly causes colic? When my son was born, the doctor told me that he had colic before we brought him home from the hospital. I've heard all kinds of explanations -- even an old wives' tale that it's from taking your infant out into the world too early! Can you tell me the real facts behind this condition?

Our 13-week-old daughter has very dry skin. Our pediatrician said we could use any fragrance-free adult body lotion. We've been using Aveeno, but it doesn't seem to be helping. What's the best way to care for dry newborn skin?

My brother's children are 3 and 5 years old, and neither of them have gotten their immunizations yet. The 5-year-old will be starting school this year, so he'll have to get his vaccines soon, but the younger child won't. I am expecting a baby in a couple of weeks. I was wondering what the dangers are, and whether it's safe to expose my newborn to his cousins?