Dad’s attitude and support play vital role in successful breastfeeding. Especially for a new mother, dad’s enthusiasm and understanding are extremely important. Dad’s role may influence and determine whether a mother wishes to breastfeed and succeed in nursing or gives up before she truly knows the right way to breastfeed and how enjoyable it is. Majority of new mothers may experience [...]
Categories: Breastfeeding Tags: breastfeeding, family support
Majority of newborn babies may have mild diaper rash in the first six months; it does not mean that the baby receives poor care from her parents. Diaper rash is very common because baby’s skin is very tender and soft, and quite sensitive to wet or dirty diaper. Newborns who are breastfed exclusively may have quite extensive diaper rash in [...]
Categories: Baby Care Tags: breastfeeding, diaper rash, newborn
It is very important to be well-prepared before you get pregnant. The more preparation you do, the more likely you will have a healthy and happy baby. Your preparation may involve not only emotional and psychological changes for you and your partner, but also many lifestyle changes for a healthy pregnancy. Once you have made up your mind of having [...]
“We are emotionally and physically ready to have a baby, but we are so worried about our finance. We are afraid we do not have enough money to support the ongoing cost of raising a child.”—- heard many times at gatherings with friends and families? Financial commitment is the biggest concern for couple who want to add a new addition [...]
Categories: Baby Finance Tags: baby expenses
Rice cereal is normally the first human food you introduce to your baby because rice is easy to digest and rarely cause allergic reactions. You can use any type of rice that are available in the supermarket, such as long grain rice like basmati, brown rice or jasmine rice. For baby between four to six months, short grain white rice [...]
Categories: Baby Food Tags: baby food, home made, rice cereal
New baby grows very fast especially in the first six weeks, she may double her weight within a month from her birth. People normally buy newborn clothes until they know the estimated weight and length of their baby. Your obstetrician or ultrasound technician will tell you the growth of your baby when you go to your regular checkup appointment. Newborn [...]
Categories: Baby Fashion Tags: baby cloth, bodysuite, fashion
Baby massage is a great expression of love every mommy and daddy should experience. It is not only a wonderful soothing process for your baby, but also it enhances communication with your baby. In addition, massage can help to relieve gas, colic or constipation your baby may experience especially during the first three months. Here are some simple ways to [...]
The biggest thing mother has to decide is whether to breastfeed her baby. Here are some questions that may help you to make your decision: What is my lifestyle? For example, do you always drink alcohol with each meal? Do you go to sleep late and get up late as well? Do you smoking? Do you love to eat spicy [...]
Categories: Breastfeeding Tags: breastfeed, breastfeeding
Before we start this topic, always remember solid food cannot completely replace breast milk or formula for baby under one year of age. Proper amount of breast milk or formula are essential for the growth of your baby in the first year. At this stage, having solid food is a tasting adventure for your baby. Just like adults, your little [...]
Baby strollers are really about your lifestyle. Before you start to shop for stroller for your baby, think about “how do I want to use the stroller first?”, because you are not only your baby’s chauffeur, most importantly it is YOUR second gear!! There is no perfect or right stroller but only a stroller that fits your baby and your [...]
February 14 is just around the corner; however, for parents with a young baby, it is very difficult to leave the house and have a romantic night. Many parents choose...
Vitamin D is essential in supporting babies’ immune system and bone development. Breast milk provides great nutrients for babies, and mother’s diet and exposure for sunlight directly influence the production...
The first few weeks outside of the mother’s womb can be startling for a newborn. She may wake up several times and constantly cry for no reason. She may also...