Seeker Baby breaks down what we actually know about babies, from a scientific point of view, designed for new and expecting parents seeking reliable information about the science of parents and children.

Season 1

Seeker Baby

Health

Take a closer look at the medical news and discoveries impacting our health and wellbeing.

Health News, Headlines and Videos

Here's why babies spit up and why they eventually stop.

This Is What Makes Babies Spit Up

'The one thing I have noticed that helps with spit-up is not putting [Drew] on her belly too soon after she eats' — here's why babies spit up and why they eventually stop

This Is What Makes Babies Spit Up | Seeker With Shawn Johnson

Scientists have disproved the notion that baby colic is related to an infant’s digestion — here’s what the most promising research links to the cause.

What Makes Babies Colicky?

Scientists have disproved the notion that baby colic is related to an infant’s digestion — here’s what the most promising research links to the cause 

Smiles change as babies develop — here's the science behind why babies smile and how to identify the different types.

Why Do Babies Smile?

Smiles change as babies develop — here's the science behind why babies smile and how to identify the different types

Skin-to-skin care is critical for babies, but the benefits go both ways.

The Many Benefits of Skin-to-Skin Care

‘Babies who are kept skin-to-skin have more advanced neurological development.’ — Skin-to-skin care is critical for babies, but the benefits go both ways

The Many Benefits of Skin-to-Skin Care | Seeker With Shawn Johnson

Here's how doctors test what babies can see.

What Can Babies Actually See?

'Babies don't have perfect vision at birth, but it develops pretty rapidly during the first year of life' — here's how doctors test what babies can see

What Can Babies Actually See? | Seeker With Shawn Johnson

Shawn Johnson East opens up about her own experience with breastfeeding as we look into the science behind breast milk and formula.

The Science Behind Breast Milk

‘I was very worried ... supplementing with formula on top of pumping.’ — Shawn Johnson East opens up about her own experience with breastfeeding as we look into the science behind breast milk and formula

The Science Behind Breast Milk | Seeker With Shawn Johnson

Studies show a decrease in allergies in children who are introduced early to foods like peanuts and eggs — but how a baby is exposed to these particles is important.

How Do Babies Get Food Allergies?

Studies show a decrease in allergies in children who are introduced early to foods like peanuts and eggs — but how a baby is exposed to these particles is important

How Do Babies Get Food Allergies? | Seeker With Shawn Johnson

Tummy time is essential for babies and not just for muscle development

The Importance of Tummy Time

'If a baby's on their back all the time, they can only look up' — Tummy time is essential for babies, and not just for muscle development 