Babies

Israel's human milk bank tripled activity after October 7, helping feed wartime babies, study finds

“The project’s success was caused by motivation; what caused success was motivation; giving of your own milk, giving part of yourself while nursing your own baby is the height of unconditional love.”

Israeli women take part at a Mass Breastfeeding as they gathered at Rabin Square in Tel Aviv on March 18, 2016, the idea  was to promote women's right to breastfeeding their babies in public, March 18, 2016. Photo by Tomer Neuberg/Flash90
headline: Mother massages her baby’s feet with oil

Overusing skincare products, overdressing, and improper heat exposure can harm newborn skin

Newborn breastfed babies usually nurse 10 to 12 times a day, and generally about every two hours from the start of one breastfeeding session to the start of the next

Exclusively breastfeeding infants linked to higher allergy rates in young children, study finds

A mother measures her baby's temperature

The baby has a fever: From what number should you start to panic? A guide for parents


Technological trash can, light crackers, and dough play: New products on the shelf

Discover the latest products, including light-flavored crackers for snacking on the go, an automatic trash can that saves time, and dough for summer holiday play.


"I Told Him: 'Either We Invent a Solution Ourselves, or I Stop Breastfeeding'"

Breast pumps can make nursing frustrating for many mothers. After facing difficulties themselves, a couple created a pump that mimics a baby’s tongue.


Next generation: Abbott launches new Similac product

Abbott introduces an exclusive blend of 5 types of HMOs, scientifically developed to support immune protection, easy digestion, and cognitive development in infants.


UAE announces new regulations on abortion access

New regulation calls for the establishment of committees to evaluate abortion requests on a case-by-case basis.

 Picture of pills and medical file with the word abortion on it.

New items for your home

Explore a variety of baking utensils and accessories from leading brands like Soltam, Nuby, Vivian, Cook and Bake, and more.


My Word: A nation of births

In short, having babies comes naturally in Israeli society. Or almost naturally. Israel also has the highest rate of fertility treatments in the world for both couples and single women.

 A holds a baby and feeds them milk from a bottle.

New research shows promising results for innovative male contraception gel, reducing sperm count

Researchers report success with Nestron gel, a male contraceptive that reduces sperm count without side effects, offering a breakthrough in birth control options.

 A scientist studies cancer cells inside white blood cells through a microscope at the GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) research centre in Stevenage, Britain November 26, 2019.

Babies in the womb exposed to two languages hear speech differently when born, study finds

“Our data show that prenatal language exposure modulates the neural encoding of speech sounds as measured at birth," researchers said.

 An embryo week 9-10

The bottle that lets babies control feeding pace, like breastfeeding

Philips Avent Natural baby bottle, with its natural response nipple, mimics breastfeeding, making the transition smoother and easier.


Prestigious baby products brand offers huge discounts

Philips Avent celebrates 40 years of innovation: Four decades of supporting parents and children worldwide, enhancing healthier lives through innovation.