Pregnancy to Parenting Support

From pregnancy to parenting, find helpful resources, pediatric health care information and expert advice to help guide you every step in your journey.

Being a parent or planning to become a parent is a joyous experience, but it also comes with many questions and challenges. No matter where you are in your journey, we are here to help. Whether you are still considering a baby, are currently pregnant, experiencing pregnancy challenges or adjusting to life with a newborn, we are available to serve you.

Resources

Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital provides resources to help parents every step of the way. From high-risk pregnancy to breastfeeding to newborn safe sleep questions, our team can provide the expertise to help put you at ease. 

  • Breastfeeding

    Breastfeeding provides benefits to both moms and babies but can sometimes be challenging. For those families who breastfeed, the experts at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital provide helpful tips and advice for the first year.

  • High-Risk Pregnancy

    If you're an expectant mother experiencing a high-risk pregnancy, you and your baby may require specialized care. Find information on fetal care and neonatal programs and specialists who can provide expert evaluation, monitoring and advanced treatment when you need it. 

  • Safe Sleep

    Setting up a good sleep environment with babies in their own crib on their back, and having consistent routines will help your child sleep and put your mind to rest. Find tips and information on how to create a safe sleep environment for your baby.  

  • Understanding Flat Head Syndrome

    Parents who notice a flat spot on their baby's head should discuss the issue with their pediatrician. Find information on positional plagiocephaly (flat head), how to avoid torticollis (tightening of the neck muscles) and when to contact your child's pediatrician.

Tips and information on pregnancy and parenting

New Parents and Newborns: Are Visitors OK?

Some useful guidance for first-time parents when it comes to visitors.

New Parents and Newborns: Are Visitors OK?