The first time you bring home a new baby, you have no idea what it entails. Responsibilities and challenges you could never be prepared for. At first there will not be such a thing as a typical day and night. Your life will never be the same, but you will adjust. Soon you will find a system that works. Of coarse, you must keep in mind that your baby is growing and changing. Your system will have to change also. Here are some things to to help guide you.
1. Your baby is transitioning from the womb to the outside world. It is important to keep them wrapped tightly. They are use to being secure inside of Mommy. It's nice and warm in there. They are also use to noise, because of the Mother's heartbeat and movement of amniotic fluid. And hello, it's bright out here. Their little world changed over night and it got allot bigger.
2. Breastfeeding is suppose to be the most natural thing in the world. Our bodies were made for it. Then why is it so difficult? Well it definitely takes dedication and patience. Remember that you and your baby are knew at this.
3. Your baby will most likely wake up several times during the night to eat. If you are using formula, she will need to be fed every 3 to 5 hours. Breast fed babies usually need to eat more frequently. Sometimes you will feel that all you do is nurse your baby. This will only last for the first 4 to 6 months. When the baby starts solid foods they will be able to go longer before they need to nurse again.
4. It's amazing how many diapers you will go through in the first couple months. All they ear is liquids, so they are wet all the time. You need to change them about every 2 hours and of course immediately after they have a bowel movement. Be sure to check frequently. If you are breastfeeding, it will be harder to smell that they have had a bowel movement. Until the umbilical cord has fallen off,
5. Sponge baths are great for the first couple of weeks. You can wipe the baby’s hands, face, neck and bottom every day with a soft washcloth with warm water. It is important to keep her bottom clean to prevent diaper rash. You will not want to immerse the baby in water until her umbilical cord has fallen off. It needs to dry out to heal properly. Keep in mind that too much bathing can dry out his sensitive skin. So see what works for your baby. Every other day is sometimes a good idea.
6. Those little fingernails and toenails will grow quickly, and they’ll need to be trimmed regularly so the baby doesn’t scratch himself. Putting socks on their hands can help keep them from scratching themselves. The baby’s nails can be long, even at birth and attached high on the nail bed. You’ll need to gently press the finger pad away from the nail and clip it with a baby nail clipper. You might want to do this when the baby’s sleeping to ensure that she doesn’t jerk those little fingers and toes away! It is very easy to nip the babies skin, so you have to be extra cautious. Some people prefer to tear the nails off, because they are paper thin. It seems strange, but it does work.
The first couple of months you will be busy 24 hours a day. Sleep when you can, even if your not tired, because who knows when you'll get another chance. New babies are not predictable. Change the baby, feed the baby and then change her again. Babies are exhausting, don't be afraid to ask for help. You'll probably need it!
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