Care – Page 12 – Baby Care Journals

Coming Home With Your New Baby

July 2, 2012December 19, 2012 admin

There is so much to think about when you are preparing for a new baby. The first week is full of joy and exhaustion so to help yourself and your family, here is a simple guide of things to do before and after your little one has arrived. If you are having a hospital birth remember to have the car seat all strapped in and ready to be used as you will not be able to drive back with your baby without it. First of all be prepared to Read More

Dealing with Baby’s Separation Anxiety

June 15, 2012December 19, 2012 admin

The second half of a baby’s first year is a time of much joy and relief for new parents. The baby becomes more regular in her patterns, she begins to learn how to communicate her needs, and she no longer cries for seemingly no reason. But even though things tend to be relatively smooth in these months, many new issues arise toward the end of the first year. Separation anxiety, which takes the form of tearful fussiness when separated from one or both parents, is the one that parents most often complain of. Though it is a perfectly normal part of a child’s development, it can be frustrating for parents. How separation anxiety develops Younger babies are usually quite comfortable being passed to a nonparent caregiver. During the middle months of the first year, however, babies develop a sense of object permanence, and they come to understand that Read More

How Do I Get Myself Prepared For Being A New Mummy?

May 30, 2012December 19, 2012 admin

To be as prepared as you can be for starting a family, ask yourself some questions before you decide to try and conceive. Sit down with your partner and ask yourselves the following questions: • Are you both as committed as each other in becoming parents? • Are you ready to give up your lie-ins and Friday nights with your friends? • Do you have enough support for childcare? • Have you considered how being a parent may change you and affect those closest to you? • Are you aware and prepared that your child may have a disability or be special needs? • Are you on the same page as your partner in terms of how you want your child to be brought up? Do you agree on what religion you would choose for your child as an example? The change to your life once you Read More

How Daddy Becomes The Perfect Birthing Partner

May 30, 2012December 19, 2012 admin

For fathers-to-be the preparation for birth and labour can be an anxious time. Many men find it hard to see their loved one in pain and feel helpless as they cannot take the pain away. As a prospective father there is so much you can do to help your partner and be the rock she needs you to be. You can look forward to an incredible journey which will result in the experience of a lifetime. Ask your partner how she wants things to be when she goes into labour. Plan together so that you are Read More

The Benefits of Babywearing

May 11, 2012 admin

In many developed countries, the practice of babywearing is sometimes perceived as a relatively new trend among young parents who subscribe to certain 21st-century parenting styles. But in fact, babywearing is thousands of years older than modern inventions such as strollers and playpens, and it is still practiced widely throughout the world. And contrary to what one might believe, it is not uncomfortable or inconvenient for mother or baby, and it actually has many benefits. Babywearing might not be for Read More

A Little Bit About Baby Sleep

April 13, 2012December 19, 2012 admin

As you get older you sleep less and less. Babies need the most sleep of all and on average babies up to three months old will require twice as much sleep as their parents. Unfortunately this is not in one nice long stretch during the night because they need to wake to feed. On average, you will probably find that your baby will sleep in blocks of Read More

Why Won’t My Baby Stop Crying?

April 13, 2012December 19, 2012 admin

It is perfectly normal for babies to cry and newborns usually cry between one and three hours per day. Your baby cries to communicate to you that she is need of something like food, comfort, warmth or a change of nappy. It can be tricky for parents to immediately know what their baby is crying for and especially for new parents who can become upset if they feel they are unable to soothe their baby quickly enough. If you are a new parent be assured that in time you will get used to when and why your baby is crying. As your infant develops she will learn to Read More

7 Tips for Babyproofing the Home

April 6, 2012December 19, 2012 admin

When it comes to keeping our babies safe, many parents are very careful with illnesses and infections, but there is another danger that is much easier to avoid: accidents. A third of all childhood deaths are caused by preventable accidents, and the vast majority of these could be avoided with better babyproofing and safer practices. There is nothing parents can do to stop a child’s natural curiosity. Kids have an inborn urge to explore, and this means getting into things, playing with items that are not necessarily for babies, and making a mess of the home. For parents, the goal is not to stop Read More

Are You And Your Baby Never Apart?

April 5, 2012December 19, 2012 admin

Would you like to nurture and encourage your baby’s growing independence? You can do this by encouraging your little one to sometimes play alone for short periods of time. This can help you get a treasured little break too. You may find that your baby is attached to you all day long and makes a big fuss if you try and put him down, even for a moment. Carrying babe around all day does wonders for your biceps but it can mean that some of your own needs and those of others in your family do not always get met. Your baby needs to start developing his own skills too like sitting upright and crawling. To start giving yourself little breaks and to help your little one flex his own muscle Read More

The Next Three Months: Baby Milestones in Months 4-6

March 15, 2012March 15, 2012 admin

The first three months of a baby’s life are often referred to as the “fourth trimester” because the baby is still intensely dependent, has only rudimentary communication abilities, and does not seem fully engaged with the surrounding world. All of this comes to an end in the next three months, which is when babies really come alive. During this time, you will finally begin to feel your love returned, your child will develop a recognizable personality, and your ability to communicate with him or her will grow exponentially. Read More