How to Bottle Feed a Newborn First: Find a Comfortable Position Hold your baby in the curve of your arm comfortably and close your body in a semi-upright position, supporting their head and back so they can breathe and swallow easily. Do not feed your baby while they are laying flat on...
How to Properly Hold a Newborn Baby All new parents feel a bit nervous when it comes to holding anewborn babyfor the first time—that's totally normal. There are a few things to keep in mind when holding your baby, and we'll break them down for you depending on the situation. The ...
Keep in mind that you won't be able to use nursing as a method of birth control (thelactational amenorrhea methodor LAM) if you're supplementing. For this method to be effective, your baby must be younger than 6 months old and you must breastfeed exclusively. What are some signs that ...
See what to expect in the first weeks at home with your newborn baby: feeding, diaper changes, crying, sleep, and more.
Opens a new window Latching baby onto your breast In the beginning, it might take quite a few tries to get your baby into the right position — but keep trying. First, it’s essential to know a good latch, since improper latching is themost common cause of breast discomfort. Baby's mo...
Dianne's pediatrician has suggested that she sterilize the bottles used to feed her newborn infant, Jake. This is important because in the first year of a baby's life, the immune system isn't as strong and the baby is more susceptible to disease.Sterilizationwill kill any microorganisms that...
Newborn babies tend to be sleepy and their hunger can frustrate them. This can also lead to a behaviour where the child simply refuses tolatch on to the breastproperly. Finger feeding can help cut down that frustration so that the latching can take its own pace to develop effectively. ...
Infant feeding is a crucial aspect of a parent, and making informed choices can greatly impact your baby’s health and comfort. You may choose to exclusively breastfeed or pump your milk to combination feed. You may be a parent who is approaching solids with their DC, seeking information on...
How to clear a newborn's nose As your baby won’t be able to clear their nose themselves, they’re going to need your help. Below are four simple steps to help you unblock your baby's nose naturally: Step 1 —thin the mucus: this will help it move through your baby’s nose more...
Caring for a newborn foal requires a thorough understanding of what to expect before, during, and after birth. Knowing what is normal and abnormal during this crucial time helps ensure a healthy start to life for your foal. Read more Be Prepared for Horse Accidents Updated: December 5, 2024...