Newborn
The Pitfalls and Dangers of Common Vaccines
In the 1980s, the U.S. government decided to change the Mandatory Childhood Vaccine Schedule by intensely increasing the number of vaccines an infant and toddler should receive before the age of three. Back then, no one fully understood the implications of this until autism cases began springing up in large numbers.
Checking Babysitter References: Approaches, Questions, and Answers
Even if you're considering a babysitter who is applying for her first sitting job, you should ask each candidate for references before you turn over your house keys and precious little handfuls.
The Motherhood Club
There are few experiences as dramatic as that of becoming a mother. One moment you're totally in control of your own destiny: the next, you've surrendered yourself to meeting demands of a tiny infant. Read "http://www.pregnancy.org/article/motherhood-club" to learn more.
Which Diapers?
Those landfill diapers that are so easily tossed into the trash are clearly a major ecological issue. But what about the energy, water, and often chlorine involved in laundering cloth diapers? Read "Which Diapers Are Better for the Planet?" to learn more.
Sleeping Arrangements
As hard as it may be to imagine, there exists a rather basic parenting issue that regularly generates even more controversy than circumcision or the disposable-versus-cloth diapers-debate: whether or not to have your child sleep in the same bed as you and your partner. Read "Sleeping Arrangements" to learn more.
Preventing Torticollis
Since 1994, the "Back to Sleep" national campaign to reduce the risk of Sudden Infant Death sydrome has dramatically decreased the number of infant deaths from SIDS. However, certain neck positional problems have increased. One of these is torticollis (wry neck). Read "Preventing Torticollis (wry neck)" to learn more.
Baby's Blood Type
Curious about what your baby's blood type could be? Author/researcher Anai Rhoads shows you all the possibilities in the article "Baby's Blood Type".
Care for your Uncircumcised Baby
Mothers don't have personal experience of how to clean a boy's foreskin and are often unsure of what to do. Read "How to Care for your Uncircumcised Baby's Foreskin" to learn more.
First Month of Fatherhood
You have arrived home from the hospital proud, excited and perhaps a bit exhausted from the experience of childbirth. What's next? Read "The First Month of Fatherhood" to find out.
First-Born Jealousy
Before the baby entered your family, your toddler was told he'd have a wonderful little brother to play with, and how much fun it would be. Then the little brother is born and your toddler is thinking, "Are you kidding me? This squirming, red-faced baby that takes up all your time and attention is supposed to be FUN?" Read "First-Born Jealousy" to learn more.
Circumcision: Not Just a Little Snip
Circumcision is as American as apple pie. For the most part, it is not questioned but rather accepted as the standard of care given to newborn babies. Why is this the case?
Are You Ready to Have Another Baby?
Some women are ready to plunge into another pregnancy while they still have one or more children in diapers, others don't even want to think about seeing the pregnancy test come back positive again until their youngest child hops on the school bus for kindergarten! Here are some factors to consider when you're trying to decide whether you're ready to have another baby.
Bumbo Baby Sitter
Bumbo Baby Sitter - great investment. Does require supervision!
No assembly required. Easy to clean! It is excellent for young 3 mo. - 4 year olds! My children use it to watch TV. I use it to help feed baby. It helps if you have a high chair and baby wobbles around. Very simple product, but for me it has been a life saver! Great investment!
Cons:
Unless you are on the floor you can't leave the child alone in it. No seat belt or restraint. For that reason I give it a 5.Product Link:Evenflo Triumph Advance LX Convertible Car Seat
Convertible car seat by Evenflo - highly rated for ease of use, comfort, and safety!
I wouldn't use this with a newborn since I wouldn't be comfortable with the amount of recline (not that much).
For my newborn, I went with an actual infant seat. But I really like this seat a lot. The harness is easy to do/undo, but hard enough for little hands to have difficulty I think (mine's not old enough or quite strong enough to really try yet).
Product Link:Infant Massage
Touch is a language we can use to communicate to our infants. Numerous studies have found that when infants are able to be massaged for at least 15 minutes a day, they were more awake and active during the day, cried less, slept better and were more bonded with their parents.
Coping with Colic
All babies cry. Most babies cry a lot. Some babies are more easily comforted, others can routinely work themselves into a frenzy. Of course it sends your heart racing. That's Mother Nature's way of insuring that the human race survives.
Surviving the Newborn Stage
Congratulations on your newborn. This stage is precious, but it is also tough. Read "BABY... BOOM! Surviving the Newborn Stage Together" to learn how to survive these first few months of parenthood.
Newborn Niceties
Most first-time parents are shocked by the appearance of a newborn baby. Most American adults have never held a newborn baby, let alone cared for one, before they become parents. Some new parents
even feel panicky around their newborns. Read "Newborn Niceties" to learn more.Your Child's First Test: The APGAR
Put away the flash cards and don't expect too much too early; rarely does any baby get a perfect score on this test. Although it is your child's first assessment, it is not a predictor of your their future behavior or intellect. The APGAR was developed in 1952 by obstetric anesthesiologist, Virginia Apgar. This has become a standard tool in assessing newborn babies.
- "My Newborn Won't Nap!"
- "The Lion Sleeps Tonight: A Father Writes to His New Baby"
- A Recipe for Sanity: The Working Mother's Survival Guide
- After Baby Arrives, Can Routines Just Go Back to Normal?
- Anesthesia and Children
- Are Kids Getting in the Way of Your Sexuality?
- Are You Ready to Have Another Baby?
- Asleep All Day, Up All Night
- Babies and Sleep
- Baby Bargains: Ten Sure-Fire Ways to Save Big Bucks on Baby Gear
- Baby Blemishes
- Baby Body Language
- Baby Body Language: The Basics
- Baby Builders' Developmental Milestones
- Baby's Blood Type
- Baby's Blood Type
- Baby's First Test
- BABY... BOOM!
- BABY... BOOM! Surviving the Newborn Stage Together
- Birth Announcement Timeline
