For the first four to six months of your baby’s life, his or her diet consists solely of milk, whether from breast or bottle. When it comes time to start feeding your baby solid food, many experts give conflicting advice about what the right types of food to feed your baby. Some of these experts are of course, right in your own family. Grandma, Aunt Bessie, your sister, and others will all want to help you out by telling you what is best. What they may not understand is that recommendations may have changed since they were the mother of a new baby.
Getting Your Baby On A Sleeping Routine
Its not unusual for newborns to have unusual sleeping habits, particularly for them to want to sleep during the day, and stay awake at night. Remember, in the womb its dark all the time, so night and day mean nothing to them. If your babys sleeping habits need some adjustment, here are some ways to get him on track.
· Dont keep quiet during the day when hes sleeping When he sleeps during the day (and all babies will) leave the door to his room open, and go about your…
Planning for Baby Showers – Pregnancy Result and it is all systems go
Why babies need attention in other ways. A Baby Shower Party is the best way of announcing that your baby is here and here to stay.
What Is A Preemie?
The word preemie is often confusing. Many people feel that their baby might fall into that category, some admittedly don’t know what a preemie is, and still others “know” all about it. In this article you will find out how medical professionals label a “preemie”, as well as the general public’s definition. Though the gap is getting smaller for those who do not know what a preemie is, some more people just need the facts.
Guide and tips for your new baby.
First of all, CONGRATULATIONS! You are having a new baby! Now, on to the serious stuff. You are going to get yourself prepared for your new baby, mentally, physically and you will need to adjust your house and car for the new baby too!
Playing With Your Baby How To Make An Impact
If youre wondering how to interact with your baby in the early days, just think back to your own childhood. Games your mom played with you are not outdated. In addition to making baby smile, silly baby rituals like this little piggy went to market teach your child some important early skills. Here are some favorites, and some things you may not know about them.
· Peek-a-boo This is one of the most important, because it teaches your baby that even when you cant see so…
Your Preemie Is In The NICU – What Can You Do?
It is staggering when you consider that an average of 1300 premature babies are born every day in the United States. If you are reading this article, you are probably the parent of one of those preemies. With so many things in this new out of control world of living in the NICU, what can you control?
Healthy Breastfeeding Tips For You And Your Baby
Weve all heard the debate. Breast Feeding vs Formula. But why do most people say breast feeding is the best for your baby? Because this natural mothers milk is genetically the best food for your baby. This is the way GOD designed for things to work.
Potty Training Your Baby
It is very important that you dont make your baby feel self-conscious or fearful during potty training. It can be very difficult to potty train your baby so you have to be patient above all else.
Health Tips For Your Baby
There are always concerns about a babys health. Many parents overreact to the smallest problem, but you really cant be too careful when it comes to your babys health. Recognizing the symptoms to the most common diseases is very important to early diagnosis and treatment.
Potty Training Your Baby From Age 3 Weeks
Potty training a baby traditionally starts between ages 2 and 3. However, there is a new technique which involves staring much earlier – at three weeks!
How to baby proof your home
Keeping your baby safe at all times is one of your greatest concerns and responsibilities. There is so much to consider and it is very easy to overlook something that might be fairly obvious to some but escape others.