So you've brought your newborn home -- now what? Although taking care of your baby can be one of the most special and rewarding experiences of your life, you have no idea what to do? You will need constant care and attention for your baby. To care for a newborn, you'll need to know how to give your baby the comfort, sustenance and attention he needs -- as well as a healthy dose of love and affection.
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master the basics
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Put the baby to sleep. Newborns need lots of rest to continue to grow healthy and strong -- some babies can get up to 16 hours of rest in a day. Although once your baby is three months old or older, he is able to sleep for 6-8 hours at a time, initially, your baby sleeps only for 2-3 hours at a time and if he has If he has not eaten anything for 4 hours, then he has to wake up from sleep.
Some babies have confusion between day and night when they are born. If your baby is more active at night, keep the lights dim and talk slowly to limit nighttime stimulation, and be patient until your baby's sleep cycle returns to normal.
Make sure you make your baby lie on his back to reduce the risk of SIDS.
You should keep changing your baby's head position -- whether she's leaning to the left or right -- to remove the "soft spot" on her face when she sleeps in the same position could.
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Consider breastfeeding your newborn. If you want to breastfeed your baby, the best start is when you hold her in your arms for the first time after she's born and breastfeed. You turn your baby's body on your side, so that you can hold his baby towards your chest. Touch her upper lip with your nipple and pull it towards your breast as she opens her mouth. When he does this, his mouth should cover your nipple and that too as much as possible. Here are some things you should know about breastfeeding your baby:[1]
If the baby is getting enough food, he will wet 6-8 diapers in a day, that too with stagnant stools, be alert when he wakes up. His weight will also increase rapidly.
If you find it difficult to feed your baby in the beginning, don't stress; It requires patience and practice. You can seek help from a nurse or a lactation consultant (who can be helpful before birth).
Know that nursing doesn't have to be painful. If the latch-on causes pain, break the suction by placing your pinky finger between your baby's gums and your breast and repeat the process.
You should breastfeed 8-12 times during the first 24 hours after your baby is born. You don't need to make a strict schedule, but your baby should be breastfed whenever she shows signs of hunger, such as increased mouth movements and nipple hunts. You should breastfeed every few hours, even gently picking her up if necessary.
Make sure you are sitting comfortably. Breastfeeding can take up to 40 minutes, so choose a comfortable location so that your back is supported while you breastfeed.
Take a healthy and balanced diet. Stay hydrated and be prepared to feel more hungry than usual and stick to it. Limit your intake of alcohol or caffeine as it can pass into your breast milk.
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Bottle - feed your baby. Whether to breastfeed or formula feed is a personal decision. While some studies suggest that breastfeeding is healthy for your baby, you should consider your own health, convenience and other factors before making a decision. Formula feeding makes it easy to know how much you've fed your baby, so you can limit the amount you eat, and you don't have to restrict your feedings. If you decide to formula feed your baby, you will want to know the following:[2]
When you start preparing formula feed, make sure you follow the directions on the label.
Sterilize new bottles.
Feed your baby every two or three hours, or whenever he feels hungry to you.
If any formula feed has been left in the fridge for more than 1 hour, or if your baby has left it unfinished, throw it away.
Do not keep formula feed in the refrigerator for more than 24 hours. You can reheat it carefully as most kids like it but it is not necessary.
Hold your baby at a 45-degree angle to help him take in less air. Supporting his head, hold him in a semi-upright position. Tilt the bottle so that the formula feeds into the nipple and the neck of the bottle. Never leave it, as it can suffocate the child.
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Dress your newborn with diapers. Whether you use cloth or disposable diapers, you will have to become a diaper changing specialist to take care of your newborn and that too fast. whatever method you use -- and you shouldThis has to be decided before you bring it home -- you should be ready to change your baby's diaper around 10 times a day. Read here what you have to do:
Prepare your content. You'll need a clean diaper, fastener, diaper ointment (for the rash), a container of warm water, a clean washcloth, and some cotton balls or diaper wipes.
Remove your baby's dirty diaper. If he is wet, lay your baby on his back and remove the diaper and clean your baby's genital area using water or a washcloth. Clean the girl from front to back to avoid UTIs. If you see any rash, apply some ointment on it.
Open a new diaper and gently lift your baby's legs and legs and slide it under it. Lift the front of the diaper from between the baby's legs to the top of the stomach. Then bring the adhesive strips forward and gently stick them on so that the diaper fits snugly and securely.
To avoid diaper rash, change your baby's diaper as soon as possible after a bowel movement, and clean the baby using soap or water. Let your baby go without a diaper for a few hours every day so that the baby's bottom can get some air.
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Give your newborn a bath. During the first week, you should very carefully give your baby a sponge bath. Once the umbilical cord is released, you can start bathing your baby regularly two to three times a week. To do this the right way, you should collect your supplies, such as towels, soap, a clean diaper, etc. in advance so that the baby is not disturbed. Fill the tub or baby tub with about three inches of hot water before you start taking a bath. Read here what you should do next:
See if you can get any help. You might be a little nervous when you first give your baby a bath. If so, then you can involve your partner or any one family member in this work. In this manner, one person can hold the baby in the water and the other can bathe it.
Take off your child's clothes carefully. Then, using one of your hands, support the baby's neck and hands and put him in the tub. Keep mugs of hot water in the bath water so that your baby does not feel cold.
Use a mild soap and apply sparingly so it doesn't get in your baby's eyes. Wash your baby by hand or with a washcloth, and make sure you wipe it gently from top to bottom and front to back. Clean your baby's body, genitals, scalp, hair, and any dried mucus that may have collected on his face.
Wash your child with warm water. Clean your baby thoroughly with a cloth. Lift the baby out of the tub, supporting his neck and head with your hand. Be careful -- babies can slip if they get wet.
Wrap your baby in a hooded towel and pat him dry. After that, put on your baby's diaper and get dressed, and then kiss her so that she has positive thoughts as she bathes.
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Know how to handle your newborn. You will be surprised to see how small and delicate your newborn is, but with a few basic techniques, you will feel more confident about handling your baby in no time. Here are some things you should read:
Wash and sanitize your hands before holding your baby. Newborns are more susceptible to infection because their immune systems are not yet strong enough. Make sure your hands -- and those of those holding your baby -- are clean before contact with the baby.
Support your baby's head and neck. To hold your baby, whenever you pick him up, hold his head comfortably and support his head when you are raising him upright or laying him down. Babies can't support their head till this time, so don't let their head tilt here and there.
Avoid shocking your child, whether you are playing with him or are angry. This can cause bleeding in the brain, which can lead to death. Nor , jolt her up -- instead, tickle her feet or give her a gentle touch.
Learn how to wrap your baby. This is a good way to make your baby feel safe before he is 2 months old.
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Hold your newborn: Whenever you hold your baby, you should give as much support to his head and neck as possible. You should rest your baby's head on the inside of your elbow in such a way that his body rests on top of your wrist. Let his outer hip and upper leg rest on your hand in such a way that the inner part of your hand rests on his chest and abdomen. Hold the baby comfortably and give him all your attention.[3]
You can also hold your baby's tummy by placing it on the upper part of your chest, and hold his body with the same side, and support the baby's head from the back side with the other arm.
If your child has younger siblings or cousins or is around people who are unfamiliar with caring for children, instruct them to carefully hold the baby and make sure they are close to them.Some knowledgeable person should be sitting so that the child remains safe.
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keep your newborn healthy
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Give your baby "tummy time" every day. Since your baby spends most of his time lying down on his back, it is important that you give your baby time to lie down on his tummy, so that he can lie down both mentally and physically. grow and his arms, head, and neck become stronger. Some doctors say that babies should lie on the stomach for 15-20 minutes in a day, while some say that you should make your baby lie on the stomach for 5 minutes at different times of the day.
You can start tummy time a week after the baby is born, just once the baby's umbilical cord comes out.
To make tummy time fun, get down to your child's level. Make eye contact, tickle your baby and play with him.
Tummy time is hard work, and some kids become resistant to it. If it happens -- don't be surprised -- don't stop doing it.
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Take care of your newborn's umbilical cord stump. Your baby's umbilical cord stump should fall off within the first two weeks of his life. Its color will change from yellow-green to brown and black when dry and it will fall off on its own. It is important to take care of it before it falls so as to avoid infection. Here's what you should do: [4]
keep it clean. Wipe it off with plain water and dry it with a clean and absorbent cloth. Make sure you wash your hands before touching it. Give your baby a bath with the sponge until he falls.
Keep it dry. Let it air so that its base dries, and fold the front of your baby's diaper down so that it isn't covered by anything.
Avoid the urge to pull it off yourself. Let the stump fall by taking your time.
Watch for signs of infection. It's natural to see a little dry blood or pus near the stump; But if the stump produces a foul-smelling discharge or yellow pus, continues to bleed or swells and turns red, you should see a doctor immediately.
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Learn how to silence a newborn. If your baby is upset, it's not always easy to find the exact cause, although there are some tips you can try. Check for wet diapers. Try feeding them. If that doesn't work, add another layer of cloth if it's cold, and take off a layer if it's hot. Sometimes, your baby just wants you to pick him up or he may be feeling too excited. As you get to know your newborn, you will know for yourself what is wrong with him.[5]
Your baby may just need to burp.
It may also be helpful for them to move slowly and sing a song or a lullaby. If that doesn't work, give them a pacifier. They can also be tired so lay them down. Sometimes, babies just cry and you have to let them be like that until they fall asleep.
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Interact with your newborn: You can't play with your baby right now, but they also get bored on our side. Take them for a walk in the park, talk to them, take pictures of the room they spend the most time in, listen to music, or take them for a ride. Remember that your child is just a kid and he is not ready for any hard game yet; Do not hold the baby rudely or shake him too hard and be as gentle with him as you can.
In the beginning, the most important thing is to do as many relationships as you can with your child. This may mean caressing your baby, holding her affectionately, giving the baby some skin-to-skin contact, or even considering giving your baby a baby massage.
Babies love vocal sounds and it's never too early for your baby to start talking, babbling, singing or cuddling. Play some music while you bond with your baby, or play with toys that make noise, such as rattles or mobiles.
Some babies are more sensitive to touch than others and are milder, so if your baby isn't responding well to your attempts to bond, you can use noise and light, as long as they don't. Don't get used to them.
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Take your newborn to the doctor regularly. Your baby will need frequent visits to the doctor for scheduled check-ups and shots during his first year. For many a newborn baby's first visit to the doctor can happen only 1-3 days after you and him/her are discharged from the hospital. After that, each doctor's schedule will vary slightly, but you should generally take your baby to the doctor at least one month to 2 weeks after birth, after the second month, and then every other month.
If you notice anything unusual, it is important to see a doctor immediately; Even if you are not sure that what is happening is unusual, you should always consult a doctor.You should check by phone at the office.
Symptoms you should watch for include:
Dehydration: less than three wet diapers per day, excessive sleepiness, dry mouth
Bowel problems: no movement during the first two days, white mucus in the stool, flakes or streaks of red in the stool, very high or low temperature.
Respiratory problems: grunting, runny nose, rapid or noisy breathing, chest tightness
Cord stump problems: Pus, odor, or bleeding from the stump.
Jaundice: Yellowish appearance of the chest, body, or eyes.
Prolonged crying: Crying for more than thirty minutes.
Other diseases: persistent cough, diarrhoea, pallor, strong vomiting for more than two consecutive feedings, fewer than 6 feedings per day.
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Get your baby ready for a car ride. You'll need to be ready for a car ride before your baby is born, as you'll need a way to take your baby home from the hospital. You will need to bring a car seat that is suitable for newborns and make sure it is sturdy and safe for your baby. Although you won't have to spend a lot of time in the car with your newborn, some moms-to-be believe that taking the baby on a car ride helps her to fall asleep.
You should also get an infant seat for your child. These seats help your child sit, but don't keep him safe in the car. In this type of seat, the base surface should not be slippery and should be wider than the seat, and should have a secure locking mechanism, as well as be washable. Never make your child sit on the seat on a high surface that could put him at risk of falling.
For child safety seats, make sure that the seat meets Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213 and that your child can actually fit in it. Infants and young children should sit in a real-facing seat until they are 2 years old.
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ease the stress of being a new parent
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Get as much help as you can. If you're raising your child alone, you'll need as much mental and emotional strength as possible. If you luckily have a caring spouse, parents or in-laws, it is important to arrange for some extra help when your baby is born. If you can hire a nurse, that's great, but if not, see if you can get help from someone who knows what they're doing.
Even though your baby spends more time sleeping, you may be feeling a little overwhelmed, and the more help you get, the more confident you will be in holding your baby.
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Build a strong support system. You need a good support system for your family and yourself. He can be a husband, lover, or your own parent. You will always need someone for you and your baby during his childhood. If you are raising your child completely alone, then there is a possibility that you may have some trouble or you may feel very tired.
Having said that, you also need to establish meeting hours and rules. Unexpected visits from too many friends and family members to see the baby can cause more stress.
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Take care of yourself. While it is important that you take care of your child, it does not mean that you should neglect yourself. Make sure you take regular baths, eat a healthy diet, and get as much sleep as you can. You and your husband can create a system where you both have some time to take care of yourself. [8]
While this isn't the time to start a new hobby or write a memoir, make sure you get some exercise, visit your friends occasionally, and take a little "time to yourself" whenever you can.
Don't think that after your baby is born, you are becoming mean by wanting time for yourself. If you take some time to take care of yourself, you will be able to take better care of your baby too.
Don't put too much burden on yourself. This is neither the time to clean the whole house nor the time to lose 10 pounds.
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Get your schedule right: Anything can happen, especially during the first month of your baby's life. Make sure you don't over-plan and are ready to give your child the time he needs. Decrease your stress by letting people know about your preoccupation with the baby, and don't force yourself to socialize more or go out with your baby unless you want to.
Although you should give your child the time he needs, this does not mean that you should hide at home with your child. Get out of the house as much as you can -- it's better for you and your baby. [9]
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Get ready for the ride. Even though you may think that a day with your newborn is worth 100 hours, you'll soon see that your baby will pass the newborn stage earlier than you think. (People debate whether babies pass the neonatal stage after 28 days orThen after 3 months). So, be prepared to feel a lot of emotions: intense joy at seeing your baby, fear of whether you're doing everything right, the horror of losing your independence, distance from your childless friends. [10]
All these feelings are completely natural, and any hesitation or fear you may have will fade away when you start a new life with your baby.
Sing for them!
Taking care of a human is difficult. But your parents did it for you. Consult them and your doctor.
Let your child hold others so that they get used to others too.
Read aloud to them.
When your pet is around your child, supervise them. This is for the good of both your "baby" and "your pet". Your pet can easily injure your child, or the child may be too harsh and injure your pet.
Catch them often.
Too much noise scares them.
Don't force yourself to hold the baby when you are already jittery because of sleep. You can hurt the child. Try to get help from your family or friends around you, and take some time to sleep.
Warning
Never feed "ordinary" food to your newborn. They don't have teeth to chew on it, and their digestive systems aren't ready yet.
Always keep a watch on them while giving your baby a bath. A child can drown in less than an inch of water.
Go to the doctor if your child:
Doesn't respond to sounds or scenes.
His face is paler or bluer than usual.
does not urinate
no account
Have fever
things you will need
clothes for baby
Money
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formula for baby
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