The first year of a child’s life can be exciting and overwhelming for parents, especially new parents. In this episode, Drs. Rob Sanchez and Nina Alfieri dive into what the first year of parenting really looks like, from key developmental milestones and tips to support your baby's growth to the unforgettable moments they’ve experienced firsthand as both pediatricians and parents. They dedicated a previous episode to caring for a newborn the first month of life and in this episode they continue the newborn’s journey through the first year, with what signs to look for and how to support your baby’s development while navigating the joys and challenges of raising a new child.

Lurie Children’s pediatricians Dr. Nina Alfieri and Dr. Rob Sanchez discuss important insights and advice for new parents navigating their first month with a newborn. From safe sleeping practices and feeding options, to understanding baby’s growth and development and bowel movements, the conversation aims to equip new parents with the knowledge needed to confidently care for their newborns.

In this episode Dr. Michelle Macy, an attending physician of emergency medicine at Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago, covers a range of safety tips for common summer injuries, including heat-related concerns, water safety and road trip precautions. Dr. Macy provides practical evidence-based advice to help parents keep their children safe and healthy during the summer months.