Care of a newborn baby
Spending time with newborns can be a bit
challenging we have some basic keys that
might help
Here are a few basics to remember
Handling a baby.
Wash your hands or use a hand sanitizer
before handling your baby. They're prone
to getting sick because of weak immune.
So it's only safe to clean your hands
before handling them.
Support your baby's head and neck
cradle the head when carrying your baby.
Never shake your newborn whether in play
or in frustration.
Shaking can cause damage such as
bleeding in the brain and even death.
If you need to wake your infant tickle
your baby's feet or blow gently on a
cheek.
Make sure your baby is securely fastened
into the carrier stroller or car seat.
Limit any activity that could be too
rough or bouncy.
Bonding and soothing
physical closeness can promote an
emotional connection with the baby
begin bonding by cradling your baby and
gently stroking him or her in different
patterns
massage your baby gently certain types
of massage may enhance bonding and help
with infant growth try singing reciting
poetry and nursery rhymes or reading
aloud to your little one if they're
being fussy
some babies can be sensitive to touch
light or sound and might startle them
it's better to keep noise and light
levels low to moderate
Swaddling
Swaddling is another comfort technique
first-time parents should learn
make sure not to wrap the baby too
tightly
babies should not be swaddled after
they're two months old as babies can
roll over while swaddled it increases
the risk of sudden infant death syndrome
(SIDS)
Diapering
Before diapering your baby it is more
convenient to make sure you have all
supplies within reach so you won't have
to leave your infant unattended for
diapering you need a clean diaper
fasteners if cloth prefold diapers are
used
Diaper ointment
Diaper wipes or a container of warm
water and a clean washcloth or cotton
balls
Lay your baby on his or her back and
remove the dirty diaper
You can use water cotton balls and a
washcloth or wipes to gently wipe your
baby clean.
Apply ointments for prevention of rash
or to heal any rashes present.
Always remember to wash your hands
thoroughly after changing a diaper.
Diaper rash is a common concern that
happens because the baby's skin is
sensitive and becomes irritated by the
wet or poopy diaper. It can be helped by
giving a break from diapers applying
ointments and baths.
Some tips to help with diaper rashes are
changing the diaper as soon as possible
after bowel movements.
Clean the area with baby soaps and water
then apply a thick layer of ointment for
preventing rashes.
If you are using cloth diapers use a
fragrance and die free detergent
give the baby skin time to air out by
giving some diaper free time.
The diaper rashes can be an infection if
getting worse over time it would be
better to consult a doctor for that.
Bathing care
A sponge bath is recommended until the umbilical cord off and the navel heals completely. This process takes up about one to four weeks.
the circumcision healing process takes
up about one to two weeks
A bath two or three times a week in the
first year is fine . More frequent bathing may be drying to the skin. These items should be ready before thing bathing your baby
* A soft clean washcloth
* Mild bar soap and shampoo
* A soft brush to stimulate the baby's
scalp
*Towels or blankets
* A clean diaper
*Clean clothes
*First tub baths should be gentle and
brief.
An infant tub of two to three inches of
warm water should be preferred.
Feeding and burping
A newborn baby needs to be fed every two
to three hours.
Give your baby the chance to nurse about
10 to 15 minutes at each breast if you
are breastfeeding.
In the case of formula feeding your baby
will most likely take about two to three
ounces 60 to 90 milliliters at each
feeding.
Some newborns may need to be awakened
every few hours to make sure they get
enough to eat.
Consult your doctor if your baby doesn't
seem interested in eating or sucking. If
your baby seems satisfied and produces
about six wet diapers and several stools
a day ,sleeps well and is gaining weight
regularly then he or she is probably
eating enough.
Try burping your baby every two to three
ounces ,if you bottle feed and each time
you switch breasts if you breastfeed
some recommended burping tips are:
hold your baby upright with their head
on your shoulder
support your baby's head and back while
gently patting the back with your other
hand.
Sit your baby on your lap, support your
baby's chest and head with one hand by
cradling the baby's chin in the palm of
your hand and resting the heel of your
hand on your baby's chest.
Be careful to grip your baby's chin not
throat.
Use the other hand to gently pat your
baby's back.
Lay your baby face down on your lap.
Support your baby's head making sure
it's higher than his or her chest and
gently pat or rub his or her back
Sleeping basics
Newborns typically sleep for periods of
two to four hours.
It is not necessary for your baby to
sleep through the night like adults.
Babies must develop their sleep patterns
in cycles, so if your newborn is gaining
weight and appears healthy, it doesn't
matter if they haven't slept through the
night in three months.
It's important to always place babies on
their backs to sleep to reduce the risk
of SIDS
It is better not to use blankets quilts,
sheepskins ,stuffed animals and pillows
in the crib or bassinet these can
suffocate the baby . Becoming a parent or
handling a baby for the first time can
be anxious but you'll find your routine
eventually.
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