If you are wondering how to do newborn baby care in 1st month correctly, than this is text for you. Parents guide - step by step.
Dear moms, there are many questions and many doubts in the sentence: how to take care of my baby.
This is because we are scared for that little creature, because we would like to give it our best and we don’t know what and how.
Don't be afraid, babies don't come into the world to criticize us, but to make us happy and maybe a little torture.
There are no universal rules for babysitting, and not all babies are the same - you will learn that if you give birth to a second and third child.
But there are some moves that are applicable to every baby, that help it get used to the new environment
What does a baby look like when it's born?
Despite the fact that's your child in the beginning, you will not be able to recognize it.
The baby's skin is red, shriveled, still full of debris peeling shrimp. It face is wrinkled, eyes closed, with or without hair.
Don't be afraid!
Remember that the baby comes from a warm and humid environment for several months. All those ugly signs disappear quickly, in a week at the longest.
How to care for your baby?
There are a million spoken and written tips on the subject. Of course, it's hard to handle with all that content.
It is more confusing than helpful and is often not applicable to all babies.
Every baby is a personality for itself and you will slowly discover what is best for your baby.
And don't worry if your baby doesn't meet the requirements of various tips.
Baby care for you starts with your baby’s first bath.
Step by step baby guide.
First prepare everything you need:
First, pour a little warm water into the tub with warm water to heat it, and then heat water to 37 degrees up to 5 cm high.
Place the baby on the towel with the lower part of the body and hold the upper part of the body with the left hand above the surface of the water.
Grasp the water with your right hand and wash the baby, make sure that the water doesn't get into babies eyes. Rub the soap lightly with your hand and run it over the baby's body hair and at least one time over the face.
Then quickly rinse the whole baby with water from a jug.
Wrap the baby in a towel and pat it lightly.
It is common for the baby to bathe in the evening, but there may be other times that suit you. The baby doesn't know what time it is, you make your own schedule.
How to put a baby to sleep and how much should a baby sleep?
As we said at the beginning there is no universal rule.
It is commonly thought that the baby should be feed at 3 hour intervals. It is true that the baby falls asleep the fastest while sucking. But she should not be allowed to do that because she will cry again after 15 minutes. Baby sleeps peacefully when it eats enough, and should sleep as much as its body demands.
Lower the sleeping baby lightly onto her bed, you can hum a little more, but don't touch it until baby calls you. It doesn't matter that it slept for 3 hours, or slept less than 3 hours.
She has her own internal clock. Even letting her cry a little before you take her in your arms, crying babies develop their unfinished lungs.
Such small babies cry for 2 reasons: They are hungry or wet. First change her clothes and then offer her food. If she cries even after that, gently run your hand over the baby's body, sing or talk softly whatever, she listens to the voice she knows.
Never hold her in your arms and walk around the room, it means nothing to her and do not become nervous and excited because it will further upsets the baby.
There are babies who prefer to sleep during the day and have fun at night torturing you, adjust to that rhythm, over time it stops.
In any case, in the event of unforeseen baby behavior, consult a doctor who monitors your baby, rather than the Internet. Someone else's experience can't help you
How to protect your baby's health?
Not much different than adults. The first thing you need to know is that the baby's environment, as well as things, must be sterile clean. Later, when the baby gets stronger, after the 3rd month, you can, and should, allow the baby a little soiling, because that way he will create his immunity.
In the first month, do not take the baby to the park or shopping center. You can gradually get used to louder sounds and sharper air by holding it next to an open balcony for 15 minutes. Before noon and 15 minutes in the afternoon. Depending on the weather conditions, you must protect it with clothes. But never warm the baby too much, it has a higher temperature than adults.
If you are breastfeeding a baby, there is no need to add anything to the diet, and if you are not breastfeeding, consult a doctor when you take the baby outside after a month, let it be a green area and not a street full of gas. Depending on the season, the baby can stay outside for half an hour to an hour. What is very important to know: do not take the baby out when the wind is blowing. Babies do not like high heat (up to 25 degrees) and cold (below 8 degrees).
Before you go out, smear a little greasy baby cream on your baby's face and hands, put a cap on her head so that her ears are protected. You can leave your baby in a sunny place for 5 minutes, but so that the sun does not go into her eyes.
What you shouldn't do with a newborn?
Newborn babies don't know anything but they learn very quickly and acquire habits that irritate you.
And yet it is your fault. Out of great love, you are ready to give your newborn the impossible.
Don't show much excitement at her every move. First of all, do not take the baby in your arms as soon as he cries. If it is dry and full, try to entertain it with a story and a song. It is often enough to turn the baby on its stomach and pat it lightly on the back. If she continues to cry without interruption, then lift her up and press her to her chest. If this happens again, consult a doctor or midwife.
Don’t get your baby used to sleeping with you in a ditch: neither you nor the baby will rest.
Do not let pets near newborn baby.
Do not feed your baby artificial foods if you have enough milk. If you still need to supplement it, then check with your doctor which milk is best for your baby, because babies are susceptible to allergies.
The same goes for baby cosmetics. Use one that is made from natural oils.
Never yell at the baby, she doesn't understand it and she is very upset.
The most important thing is to accept the baby as an equal member of the family and to love her tenderly, without panic and upset. No one teaches us how to be parents, we have to do it ourselves following the rhythm of your child.
Remember that your life didn't stop at the crib. When the baby is settled, dedicate yourself and other family members. This way you will be more satisfied and calmer, which will be extremely pleasant for your baby.
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