Liquid infant formula from the top manufacturers is sold in cans lined with a toxic chemical linked to reproductive disorders and neurobehavioral problems in laboratory animals, according to an investigation by Environmental Working Group (EWG). The chemical is almost as common in the packaging of powdered formula, with 4 of the top 5 companies acknowledging its use.

Teenage fathers are at increased risk of having babies born with birth problems ranging from pre-term delivery or low birth weight, through to death in or near to the time of delivery, according to new research published today (Thursday 7 February).

A test developed by NIH scientists could greatly extend the survival of infants with Menkes disease, a rare, otherwise fatal disorder of copper metabolism. The test allows for early diagnosis of the condition, when the chance for successful treatment is greatest. Their work is described in the February 7 New England Journal of Medicine.

Maverick Thomas, a baby, just over a day old is in critical condition at the Hennepin County Medical Center's burn unit in Minnesota in the United States after his oxygen hood caught fire burning 18% of his body. He was under care by doctors at Mercy Hospital located in in Coon Rapids when the fire occurred on Tuesday January 22

Actress Brooke Burke is pregnant with her fourth child and has launched a new online baby store, Baboosh Baby, that features eco-friendly post-partum wraps.

Heavy pollution in coal mining regions of China led to sad results –there are soaring levels of defects in newborn babies. Results from eight main coal mining areas in Shanxi province show levels far higher than the national average, according to a Xinhua News Agency report carried by the Beijing News.

Johnson and Johnson have voluntarily recalled several Tylenol products for infants saying “rare instances of misuse” could lead to an overdose.

Kolcraft recalls play yards for infants due to safety. The death of a 10-month old child prompted the Kolcraft recall. 12 different Kolcraft play yards are included in this recall.

Simplicity Nursery-In-A_Box Cribs are recalled today due to several dangers. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission is notified and Simplicity cooperates with the agency in regard to the crib recall.

Simplicity announces cribs recall due to hazards, particularly the drop-side can detach from the crib, which can create dangerous situation for babies.

Australian researchers say they have confirmed the benefits for premature babies when their pregnant mothers have taken repeated doses of steroids.

Crying is the only way a baby can express its feelings and needs. If the parents or caregivers cannot find the cause of the inconsolable crying of the infant, they might react sharply and shake the baby. The violent shake of the infant's head causes brain damage and, as a result, the infant stops crying. For this reason, this behaviour may be repeated in similar situations.