Bringing home your newborn can present a hectic, stressful experience for any parent. Knowing a few baby care basics and preparing for the homecoming can make the transition much easier for you and baby.Proper ClothingA baby's metabolism is much slower than ours. Since the first year of their lives will be a sedentary one, with very little movement, they have the potential to get cold even on the warmest days. Also, with messy feeding times and...more
There are so many things you have to remember in the first couple of years of your infants life. Baby vaccinations are no exception. Without the proper immunizations, your baby can be susceptible to a number of health conditions that we, as adults often take for granted. Vaccinations against: polio, pneumonia, measles, hep B, mumps, measles, etc -- are very important to make sure they're protected. Many of which only have to be administered once,...more
When you bathe your baby, there are some special considerations that should be followed. Just like anything else you do with your little one, you always have to keep their safety and comfort in mind to prepare ahead of time.FrequencyMost of you will be tempted to bathe your baby daily. This may prove to be necessary in some cases due to messy bowel movements, or when they throw up. However, it's only necessary to bath them every two or three days, or even less if you wish. Just as we're all told as adults: Bathing robs the skin of needed moisture and with infants too much bathing can cause chafing of the skin. Keep in mind that a wipe down with a moist washcloth and some gentle soap can be just as effective during infancy.EquipmentSome parents will prefer to use the kitchen sink to bathe your baby, but a plastic baby bath will give you a greater degree of control while you're washing them. You should never use the bath tub, as they will always want to squirm around at the worst possible moment and it's harder for you to grab them while your crouched over. A plastic tub specifically made for bathing your baby will give their delicate bodies more protection in the event they slip out...more
It's important to decorate your baby nursery in a way that will not only impress your guests, but most importantly will help entertain your baby and speed their intellectual development. In the past, most parents tending to stick to traditional decor; using blue for boys and pink for girls. It's important to know that a baby doesn't categorize...more
Your baby's health is the most important thing in the world. From the moment you first find out you're pregnant, until they first look up at you with their big bright eyes, their health and well-being will consume you until the day you die. Making frequent, scheduled baby hospital visits are important to assess baby's growth, health and for needed...more
As adults, we all crave having soft, baby sensitive skin. While it seems desirable to have soft, supple skin that's unfettered by time and the elements; we often forget how sensitive our own infant's skin really is. Their skin hasn't had time to toughen and become accustomed to the environment, perfumes, along with common skin treatments and powders often considered to be beneficial to skin.Use Natural ProductsMany modern skincare problems from baby sensitive skin are a direct result of every parents need to lavish their precious infants with the best of everything. When it comes to keeping their sensitive skin healthy, it isn't at all necessary to buy the most lavish soaps and extravagant moisturizers. In fact, some hypo-allergenic baby shampoo and a large tub of Vaseline are all you really need for your baby's skincare needs. Using products with perfumes and special ingredients may actually cause an allergic outbreak -- rather than treating or preventing them.Too Much BathingWhile we have all grown accustomed to frequent bathing as teenagers and adults; the process does more harm than good. For social reasons, we all bath daily or every other day, but bathing so often actually...more
Due to increasing concern over chemical effects on babies, parents are choosing organic baby products. Organic baby items and eco-friendly baby products are easy on the skin, gentle on the earth, and contain no toxins found in many baby products...more
Expecting mothers all want to know how they can increase their chances of having a quick, relatively painless delivery of a healthy baby. There are a few key things you can do to make the process easier on you and your baby. The most important...more
Breast feeding has been proven to be the most effective way to nourish your newborn, however, with the hectic lives modern-day career women lead, breast milk isn't always a viable option. For a short while, soy milk was all the rage in certain...more
How you choose to ween your baby off your breasts, will depend greatly on what stage they're at in their development. Some new mothers out there will need to ween after the first month, or two of their babies life for career reasons, while others may...more
Babies are very sensitive to bacteria, viruses, and other parasites. Infections can lead to serious condition like gastroenteritis. You have to keep your babies clean in order to prevent possible diseases. The most important item that is used by a...more
Baby showers are wonderful occasions that usually create lasting memory for both expectant parents and guests. However, planning one can be very challenging, especially for newbies. Luckily, if you are a newbie and wanted to plan a baby shower, there...more