New borns visibility is very limited and only objects @ 6 inches distance will be visible to them till 6 weeks. Look at very close for your baby to notice you. New born get attracted to bright colors - red, orange mostly..black, white too. So wear some bright color clothes if you want your baby to stare at you. It could also improve your baby's focusing skill. Go for different flashy, bright colors for you baby to experience different colors of life. Vision power starts improving from week 1 and when the whole world is visible to them, they start enjoy spending time with you and you can easily recognize their mood with lot of squealing and smiling... Your baby squealing time is not very far...look for it...
Are you worrying that your baby is not turning towards toys and entertain himself. New born babies love to follow people first especially they enjoy looking at what mom and dad are doing. Encourage him to follow your hand by slowly moving your hand on sides. This would be good sign of exercise for his cuttie eyes. When they grow(crawling), they will get to know the world around you and give you free time(some:))) )
Your baby language skill is developing from day one by hearing your voice more often and from the people around you. They start making single vowel sounds like 'aa' during 3-4 months..Most of the babies start with their own language 'dha dha dha' sound after 6-7 months
Tuesday, April 15, 2008
Tuesday, April 8, 2008
Feeding....Shhhhhhhhh
If you are planning to breastfeed the baby, breastfeed as soon as possible after delivery. This may sound not very serious to you at first, but its really really important for babies to get to learn sucking and feeding. Once the bottle is introduced, babies tend to prefer bottles and may reject breast as its easy to get milk from bottle and no much effort is required(I swear, babies are that lazy ..:)).. So keep in mind to feed at the earliest after your baby is born
Feeding in initial weeks
Never ever introduce bottle in the initial weeks (until it becomes atmost necessary or suggested by doctor. You have to know that 2-3 drops of milk is sufficient for new born for the initial few days(until your milk comes in ). Till then, dont be tempted to feed the baby thru bottle by thinking that you are not getting enough milk . Experts say, every mother can produce the amount of milk her baby needs.
Feeding out
Some babies intially(may be first couple of times) dont show intrest in feeding outside. Babies get more tired and exhausted than at home because of being exposed to different people, shades, views. Outside world is a learning experience for your baby and babies do learn a lot in every visit. So plan for a single stop for some weeks that works better both for you and baby. Make sure to remember the timings. If you tend to forget, set alarm for every 2-2.5 hrs or look for crankiness in baby
Top listed diaper bag items
Feeding in initial weeks
Never ever introduce bottle in the initial weeks (until it becomes atmost necessary or suggested by doctor. You have to know that 2-3 drops of milk is sufficient for new born for the initial few days(until your milk comes in ). Till then, dont be tempted to feed the baby thru bottle by thinking that you are not getting enough milk . Experts say, every mother can produce the amount of milk her baby needs.
Feeding out
Some babies intially(may be first couple of times) dont show intrest in feeding outside. Babies get more tired and exhausted than at home because of being exposed to different people, shades, views. Outside world is a learning experience for your baby and babies do learn a lot in every visit. So plan for a single stop for some weeks that works better both for you and baby. Make sure to remember the timings. If you tend to forget, set alarm for every 2-2.5 hrs or look for crankiness in baby
Top listed diaper bag items
- Diaper (of course, this has to be the first)
- Changing pad
- Baby wipes
- Breast milk/Formula
- Water(to mix formula)
- Bottles
- Flask(to hold the water warm)
- Washcloths/Bibs
- Extra dress(if your baby surprise you with some sprays on diaper change. Top rated item during initial weeks)
- Moisturizer
- Sanitizer
Thursday, April 3, 2008
Its bathing time baby !!!!
New born do not need bathing very often except the diaper area since they dont get much dirty. They are not exposed to outside air and their body remain clean and soft. You can give sponge bath till the cord cuts off on its own(but make sure the cord area is dry and clean) and continue later with normal bath.
Experts say washing daily make babies skin more dry. Babies may cry for the first few baths because of new experience. Dont get overwhelmed on hearing other babies enjoy bathing. After a few trials, babies do enjoy bathing ....really they do enjoy.. You would see soon your baby squealing and enjoy looking his face @ mirror during bathing.
After bathing your baby, wrap her in towel immediately so that he doesnt get cold. Pat her dry thoroughly and carefully reaching all folds and creases.
Many young babies dislike being undressed as it gives unsecure feeling and distressed the feeling of exposure to air. Dress on fast by singing and talking to the baby...You can do your job when they are distracted. :)
Bath time needs
1. Bath tub
2. Sponge - 2 ( to clean eyes)
3. Head to toe
4. Baby shampoo (for hair wash)
5. Water and Cup
6. Wash cloth
6. Bath time toys(if your baby welcomes)
Experts say washing daily make babies skin more dry. Babies may cry for the first few baths because of new experience. Dont get overwhelmed on hearing other babies enjoy bathing. After a few trials, babies do enjoy bathing ....really they do enjoy.. You would see soon your baby squealing and enjoy looking his face @ mirror during bathing.
After bathing your baby, wrap her in towel immediately so that he doesnt get cold. Pat her dry thoroughly and carefully reaching all folds and creases.
Many young babies dislike being undressed as it gives unsecure feeling and distressed the feeling of exposure to air. Dress on fast by singing and talking to the baby...You can do your job when they are distracted. :)
Bath time needs
1. Bath tub
2. Sponge - 2 ( to clean eyes)
3. Head to toe
4. Baby shampoo (for hair wash)
5. Water and Cup
6. Wash cloth
6. Bath time toys(if your baby welcomes)
Handling your baby
Generally parents to be would be very afraid to handle and pick a new born since the baby's body is more fragile and unbalanced. Dont be scary though. Key point in handling a baby is to provide support to baby's head....Just pick your baby gently, slowly with having support all over his body..All done and hold your baby close to you, talk soothingly. Having physical contact will benefit your baby in experiencing the sensation of touch
Another activity which is very important and helpful in improving your baby's muscles is tummy time. Tummy time is must from the first week for 5-10 mts daily. This will give opportunity for babies to move their arms and legs in crawling position and its a very good source for improving their motor skills. Remember that babies who spend most of their time in tummy could roll over in 4-5 months and crawl easily. Do keep your video cam handy to capture your baby's first roll over(though its highly impossible since it will be unexpected and fast).
All babies love to be cuddled as they grow up as they need the reassuring and loving care from the parents. Cuddle, Hug, kiss whenever you can which ensure a strong bond. Enjoy cuddling and hug time...........
Another activity which is very important and helpful in improving your baby's muscles is tummy time. Tummy time is must from the first week for 5-10 mts daily. This will give opportunity for babies to move their arms and legs in crawling position and its a very good source for improving their motor skills. Remember that babies who spend most of their time in tummy could roll over in 4-5 months and crawl easily. Do keep your video cam handy to capture your baby's first roll over(though its highly impossible since it will be unexpected and fast).
All babies love to be cuddled as they grow up as they need the reassuring and loving care from the parents. Cuddle, Hug, kiss whenever you can which ensure a strong bond. Enjoy cuddling and hug time...........
Rashes
Many babies develop a skin rash called eczema which may be itchy and irritating. It can be red, blotchy or white bumps mainly on face, neck or anywhere in the body. Pediatricians advise to apply 1% hydrocortisone over the counter ointment every day as a treatment. Some rashes lasts only for a couple of days and vanish suddenly. Rashes are quite usual in babies which will go away on its own. You can try applying moisturizer in the rash area too. If no improvement is seen after the home treatment, take pediatricians advise
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