Baby Care Tips For All Parents
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If you have a new baby, there are some important things you should know. Even if this is not your first child, you should take this information. Many parents are facing new challenges and you will realize that each baby is an individual and can bring unique problems that do not face before.
As you may already know, babies do not come with an instruction manual, so here are some things you should know. First, you should only sponge bathe your baby until the umbilical cord falls off. This may take one to two weeks after birth. After that, you can bathe your baby in a Baby Bath, small bath or even the kitchen sink. Just make sure you never leave your baby alone in water. Even a small amount of water can drown a baby and will be very slippery and water can also be injured if they slip out of the tub.
If your baby is male circumcision, which should heal quickly and easily on their own. Be sure to follow the instructions from your pediatrician to keep the area clean and dry.
Be aware of SIDS (sudden infant death syndrome) and the circumstances that may contribute to risk it. Male babies are more likely than women and small island developing States are minority children. Premature babies are also at higher risk. The statistics also show that babies of young, single mothers are also at higher risk. Avoid placing blankets, stuffed animals and other items in the crib with your baby.
Here are some basic Tips for Baby Care for new parents. Of course this does not even come close to the things you need to learn about your baby or how to care for a baby, but there are some starters. You should seek as much information as possible about caring for the baby and always have a good support system to turn to for help with your baby questions.
Question and Answer
What baby care books should I think about avoiding?
Given that "What to Expect When You're Expecting" is
(a) "the pregnancy bible"
(b) garbage, in my opinion
…I'm a little leery of baby-care books. If there's one you thought was junk — even if it was just you, and everybody else loves it — could you mention the name, and tell me why you disliked it? Thanks!
18 Comments
December 16th, 2009 at 9:57 am
usually you want to pick a babysitter that you know like a neighbor or a close friends son or daughter do not pick a complete stranger pick someone recommended by someone you trust! it worked for me oh ya always make sure you know how much babysitting experience they have!!!!!
December 16th, 2009 at 10:29 am
You do nothing, but feed them and like it !!!
December 16th, 2009 at 10:07 am
Hello, Williams! How’s everything? Fine, I hope =)
Another great work… wow!… AMAZING !!! Also, fine Piano tune! 5 *****
Take care!
December 16th, 2009 at 11:12 am
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December 16th, 2009 at 2:06 pm
prodigious!
December 16th, 2009 at 5:49 pm
Wow! Seriously, that looks like real picture!
December 17th, 2009 at 8:58 am
I dont have many tricks, as I am a mother to a 15 month old and also always feel scatterbrained. These couple things may seem like common sense, and my apologies if they are, but the work for me.
- Cook in bulk. Freeze individual dinners so they are ready to thaw, heat up, and serve. (IE: meat for tacos, etc)
- Fold clothes while your child is in the bathtub. I often sit on the toilet and fold clothes. That way you are supervising and playing with baby in the tub while accomplishing a chore.
-Storing stuff: Clear plastic containers work wonders.
-Keep a calendar on the fridge- this helps my husband and I remember bills, outings, etc.
-When you buy fruit and veggies: Cut them all and store in containers. I notice that it doesnt take a ton of time, and saves in the long run… especially if youre in a hurry
Im anxious to see other people ideas. I am queen scatterbrain, so I understand completely!
December 17th, 2009 at 12:43 pm
Johnny Depp reminds me so much of John Barrymore.
December 18th, 2009 at 8:35 am
I think its a good idea. It would be nice for someone to come and help answer questions once the baby gets home. I know after I left the hospital with the baby I was so nervous and forgot a lot of the stuff the nurses showed me. I would have benefited from someone coming to my house and showing me how to give a proper bath and help answer a lot of the little questions I had. The best way to reach parents would be through the hospital, their doctor's office and the Internet.
December 18th, 2009 at 3:30 am
lemme just say… you are my new hero.
December 18th, 2009 at 3:12 pm
your baby would be fitted with casts…. some get fitted with shoes that have a bar in the middle connecting the shoes. avg on having them on is about 23 hours……. other then that there really is no other thing you need to worry about…. just make sure your baby wears what is fitted for her… she will go into the dr frequently- expecially the first few months- to make sure the shoes still fit…
December 18th, 2009 at 2:09 pm
Goshh…. gus is right!! this is amazing & you are so amazing!!
Beautiful…
December 19th, 2009 at 12:56 am
"It was my choice to get pregnant and all"
That made me LOL.
December 19th, 2009 at 4:57 am
Wow that is one long list lol.
Ok well for safety all you need to beginning with is baby monitors the rest are for when they start crawling wwhich wont be until they are 6-8 months so you don't need to purchase them just now unless you want to be super prepared.
Nursing/Feeding:
Breastpump – not essential unless you want to exprees easier just to put baby on the boob though. if you are going to get one I would recommend an electric one so much quicker and easier to use.
Breast Pads – Stock up on these
Breast Cream – Definitely need this
Breastmilk Storage – again on essential if you are going to express.
Containers or Bags – I got a bag that holds two bottles but my changing bag alreayd had one integrated into it so check to make sure yours doesn't before you waste any money.
Breastfeeding Shawl – Upto you really if you want something to sort of cover yourself when feeding get one.
Nursing Pillow – I can't stand mine it is so awkward and makes it hard to hold the baby I wanted recommend these unless you are formula feeding.
Burping Cloths – get plenty of these are muslin squeares at least 10
6-12 Cloth Diapers – not necessary if you are using disposable
6 Lap Pads – not essential
6-8 Bottles for Formula – I would recommend 2x 125ml and 6x 260ml
Juice and Water:
Bottle Warmer – I never use mine I just stick it hot water to warm it up less hassle.
Bottle Sterilizer definite essential
Bottle Drying Rack – can just stick them on the draining board this isn't essential.
Bottle Brush – this will probably just come with your sterliser
Dishwasher Caddy – don't need this when you still sterlising your bottles.
Insulated Tote – either this or a bottle bag you don't need both.
Feeder for Strained Foods – you wont need this until 4-6 months
8-12 Bibs: Can never have too many
Pacifiers: Thats personal prefernce whether you want to give your baby one.
Baby Mittens: At least 4 pairs
Rattles: Optional could get one or two normally don't bother with these until they are about 3 months anyway.
Teethers: Don't need this right away again at a couple of months
Books for Parents-To-Be: Don't need these at all you can learn from other people amd familyor YA! lol
Baby Care
Nail Clippers – essential or some people bite them off
Brush and Comb – I ve not used mine yet my daughter hardly has any hair
Digital Thermometer – Always handy to have when you have a young child
Ear Thermometer – Only need one Thermometer.
First Aid Kit – Not essential you'll probably have stuff ike this already anyway
Humidifier/Vaporizer – Not necessary or essential
Diaper Pail good to have to stor your diapers in for the day before you trhow them in the trash so you don't have to be in and out the house all day.
Diaper Pail Refills – These are diaper sacks
Bath
Baby Bathtub – not essential can use sink or bath support or take baby in the bath but I find mine useful for when she is really tiny
Baby Bath Sponge – Essential
4 Hooded Bath Towels – Not essential could use a normal towel and swaddle her in it
12 Washcloths – don't need that many
Bath Toys – don't need these to start with and or optional not essential
Toiletries
All toiletries are essential except alcohol swab some people don't use shampoo to start with either as it can cause cradle cap. I just used water to start with for the first few weeks
Diapers/Formula
Need all this stuff apart from a wipe warmer not necessary.
Baby Gear:
Carseat and base if it is ISOFIX. Head support but most car seats come with this and carseat toy keeps them entertained on longer journeys and shaded to keep them protected from the sun on warmer days.
Stroller:
You can get 3 in 1 travel systems that have a carrycot, fit a carseat and seat unit for when they are older. Most will come with all the essentail like rain cover etc and you can get a toy if you want.
Entertainments/ swings:
I would recommend the fisher price cradle swing my daughter loves hers. A bouncer and play mat or gym is all you need for the first few months they sleep the majority of the time
High Chairs:
You will need a high chair when she is 6mnths +
Nursery
Cradles/Bassinets:
Cradle, Bassinet or Portable Crib
Cradle, Bassinet or Portable Crib Bedding Set
2-3 Cradle, Bassinet or Portable Crib Sheets
Bassinet Netting – you will only need this if you have it outside
Nursery Furniture
Crib
Changing Table – I never used mine but handy to have to store things on really
Dresser/Chest – optional
Glider or Upholstered Rocker – handy to have for night feeds
Mattresses:
Crib Mattress
Cradle/Bassinet Mattress
3 Crib Mattress Pads
Vinyl Mattress Cover – Need all this
Bedding/Room
Décor (separates)
Out of this the essentials you'll need are:
Crib Bedding Set (including bumper)
4-6 Fitted Crib Sheets
4-6 Blankets
4-6 Receiving Blankets
4-6 Waterproof Pads
Crib
December 19th, 2009 at 1:36 am
really cool.
December 19th, 2009 at 9:46 am
Well, how many parents have consistent access to the Internet?
From experience, I think most families have computers, but they're not always working. And when they're not working, the family budget is used for other things first, before computer repair. (Going online at work might be an option for some, but time probably limits that practice.) As for books, most parents I know have precious little time to read, so…
When all is said and done, most parental care tips come from picking up the phone to call the grandparents during emergencies. Doctors and nurses are also an oft tapped resource of information. And the rest of parental know-how is gleaned from experience or watching others. I'd even bet that a lot of what parents know comes from TV!
December 19th, 2009 at 11:02 am
December 19th, 2009 at 10:47 am
Man, you’re good at that.
I like your subject matter, too.
I can write music til the cows come home but I always tell people that I can’t “draw water”. haha.
Thanks for the invite. Rare treat.