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| By: Sha - at January 18, 2013 |
How To Take Care of Your Baby Properly
Introduction
 Children
are the future of the world. When a baby is born it is essential that he/she grows up with proper care from
his/her parents. Taking care of a baby is by no
means an easy job. It requires vast amounts of energy and patience. By paying attention to the key
parenting concepts the job will be much easier to do successfully.
Correctly learning the basic parenting skills
is the key to taking care of a baby safely.
Understanding Your Responsibilities is Crucial
Understanding the needs of the baby and what your responsibilities are is a
great starting point. Babies cannot take care of
themselves and completely rely on their parents for just about everything. If you can understand this
concept then
you will not only enjoy doing the job, but gain experience that is sure to shape
your life in a positive way. You need to ensure that you create a
safe, clean, and healthy environment so that the infant can grow up
properly and have the best chance at living a good life.
How to Take Care of Your Baby
As
your baby grows the list of things you need to do for them increases in length. Choosing to breastfeed or to use formula is the most important thing you
should focus on once a baby is born. When a baby is born it has an extremely
weak immune system, so it is vital you provide a hygienic environment so the
infant doesn't contract any potentially fatal diseases. As babies grow up they
gradually develop their immune system and they become more capable of fending off
disease. Although formula feeding is an acceptable option to feed your
baby, breastfeeding is the best route to take. Breastfeeding is vital for the natural
and healthy growth of a baby. Try to breastfeed your baby whenever the baby is
hungry. During the night many child specialists advise to not
disturb a sleeping infant in order to breastfeed.
 When your baby does not feel well due to minor things like stomach bugs, a cough,
or an infant cold do not panic, these things are normal. If your baby suffers from
stomach bugs that last for more than 3 days make sure to have the baby seen by a
pediatrician
immediately. A cold can be very harmful to an infant if it persists. Always
seek advice from a good pediatrician when your baby does not appear to be
recovering from these minor conditions.
An appropriate sleeping pattern is very important for a baby. Babies tend to
sleep longer hours than adults. It is during sleep that infants do most of their
development during the beginning stage of their lives. Therefore, setting a consistent night time routine
is crucial for maintaining healthy physical as well as mental development.
The most common health issue most parents complain about is diaper rash. A
rash can be very minor but if it left untreated and becomes infected, it can be
very harmful to infants. To eliminate diaper rashes always use lukewarm water, a soft cloth, and baby soap
to clean the infected areas making sure to change your infant's diapers frequently. Leaving dirty diapers on infants can spread infections and cause reoccurring
rashes. Always try to use the most comfortable and hygienic diapers for
your baby. Drying the skin and keeping your baby clean will help the rash heal
on its own as well as preventing new ones from forming. There are also a
variety of skin protectant ointments that can be purchased at any local
drugstore.
If your baby suffers from constipation and is older than 7 months, then serve more fiber-filled food
and fruits. Give him or her fruits like apricots, pears, plums, peaches and
apples. If
the baby is older than 4 or 5 months then add several ounces (2-4 ounces) to his
or her diet to help
relieve constipation issues. If constipation lasts for more than three days and
paired with things like vomiting, fever, or blood in the stool then you need to seek
advice from a doctor immediately.
Finding the best stroller is very important to make sure you travel with your
baby safely. Make sure that you have all the necessary baby items when you
are outside your home for a short visit in the neighborhood or are out doing shopping. Always use a seatbelt when driving a car and make sure to use a car seat
correctly.
Trim
your baby's nails on a regular basis. Acquire all the right bathing equipment to make
sure your baby is safe and happy in the water. Massage your baby well before
giving it a bath. Do not use hot or cold water when giving it a bath but rather
use
lukewarm water. After the bath make sure to wipe down the baby thoroughly.
Trimming a Baby's Nails:
Dealing with cleanliness is most vital to keep your baby comfortable. Trim
your baby's nails whenever you see hang nails or if they are getting too long. Take good care of its hair by choosing the
right products for hair and skin specifically made for infants. Give your baby a nice warm bath regularly. You need to keep your baby comfortable and clean.
Babies have a very sharp understanding of their surroundings and are
surprisingly perceptive considering how immature their minds are. They need
entertainment and outside stimulation just like adults do. They are very sensitive to comfort
and the more comforting your actions are the better the baby will respond. Give
them clean and safe toys
to play with and keep them cheerful always.
Conclusion
Basic knowledge on parenting can save you a lot of worrying when it comes
to baby care. There are plenty of jobs you will have to do every day when caring for your baby. Bathing and breastfeeding are two
of the most fundamental baby care
duties. Buying the right equipment for the skin and hair of your baby is also
very important. Most importantly never ignore a health issue that threatens the
well-being of your baby.
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