After arrival of baby, the only priority for a mother is certainly her baby and that is quite natural. No matter how much pain she must have had while delivering her child, all worth it after she sees her child.
It is being said that mother is also takes a new birth with her child and only those will understand that who already have been through it. Although, it is not easy for a mother to take care of her child alone atleast for a six month until her child follows one routine. Still, she never gives up.
Personally, I want to take a moment and salute all those mothers who handle her motherhood journey all alone without having support.
1.Breastfeeding tips:
Mothers should never worry about milk production. Your body has already prepared itself for producing milk. Although it can be seen that women who give natural birth start producing milk faster than the mother who delivers through C-section. The more you breastfeed your baby, the more it will produce.
Although doctors advised to feed after every 2 hours. Don't forget to give burping to baby after each feed. It is always advisable to also feed on demand.2 days after delivery you might have complaint about baby not latching breast properly and that is totally fine. Always take care of your sitting position while breastfeeding. I would always recommend to sit and breastfeed your baby and not in sleeping position. Also, it is completely upto the mother whether to give breastmilk of formula milk. Stay hydrated. You need to eat in every 2 hours if you want to breastfeed your baby. We all know that baby is our priority but do not forget taking care of yourself in this journey because Happy mom means happy baby.
2.Bathing your newborn:
Bathing for newborns requires special care and attention due to their delicate nature. It is recommended to bathe a newborn baby around four times a week, as excessive bathing may increase the risk of catching a cold or cough.
To ensure the baby's safety, it is advisable to take extra precautions during the first six months. Consulting with a pediatrician can provide further guidance on the best practices for bathing your newborn. Additionally, a sponge bath can be a gentle and effective alternative for maintaining cleanliness.
Also, taking a baby in sunlight after bathing can help baby's body produce vitamin D, which is essential for healthy bone development. It also aids in the absorption of calcium and phosphorus. Sunlight exposure can also help regulate the baby's sleep patterns and promote a sense of well-being. However, it is important to ensure that the baby is not exposed to direct sunlight for prolonged periods, especially during peak hours when the sun is strongest. It is recommended to consult with a pediatrician to determine the appropriate duration and timing for sun exposure based on the baby's age and skin sensitivity.
3.Massaging your baby:
Massaging your baby promotes bonding between the parent and the baby, enhances relaxation, and can help soothe and calm the baby. Additionally, baby massage has been found to have various physical benefits, such as improving circulation, aiding digestion, and promoting better sleep.
When it comes to choosing the best oil for baby massage, it is important to opt for oils that are safe and gentle on the baby's delicate skin. Some commonly used oils for baby massage include coconut oil, almond oil, and grapeseed oil. These oils are generally well-tolerated and moisturizing for the baby's skin.
It is recommended to consult with a pediatrician or a healthcare professional to determine the most suitable oil for your baby, taking into consideration any specific skin conditions or allergies that the baby may have.
4.Signs of discomfort or illness in newborn:
It is important for parents to be vigilant and attentive to signs of discomfort or illness in newborns. Some common signs to watch out for include:
1. Changes in feeding patterns:
If the baby is refusing to feed, feeding less than usual, or experiencing difficulty while feeding, it may indicate discomfort or illness. Mothers can detect most of their baby problems with the help of baby's reaction to feeding. The first thing babies would do is refusing to the milk when discomfort.
2. Changes in sleep patterns:
If the baby is unusually sleepy or excessively fussy and unable to settle, it could be a sign of discomfort or illness. This is so disheartening for mothers to see their babies in discomfort and unable to sleep when they can not sleep peacefully due to blocked nose, severe cough or fever.
3. Changes in bowel movements:
Significant changes in the frequency, consistency, or color of the baby's bowel movements may indicate an underlying issue. Mothers should be vigilant about the color of the baby's poop and consult with the doctor. Healthy poops are in the shades of green, yellow, brown or orange and the texture may be runny to fairly firm. It should not be hard and firm. Although, you can expect a difference if your baby is on formula than from the breastfed baby.
4. Fever:
A rectal temperature of 100.4°F (38°C) or higher in a newborn is considered a fever and should be evaluated by a healthcare professional. In the formative years, as the organs are yet to be fully developed you can expect your baby to fall sick often. Any little changes in whether can make them fall ill. In this time, no need to worry, get your baby to the pediatrician.
5. Unusual crying or irritability:
If the baby is crying inconsolably or displaying excessive irritability, it may be a sign of discomfort or illness. Generally, babies cry or become cranky because of the lack of sleep, might be hungry, or the colic pain. Encounter the signs in your baby and do the needful.
6. Respiratory issues:
Rapid or labored breathing, wheezing, coughing, or any signs of difficulty in breathing should be taken seriously and evaluated by a healthcare professional.
If your baby is suffering from cold and cough more than a week , please seek to a doctor. Although, there are so many home remedies to cure cold and cough but it is not advisable to give the children below 1 year of age.
7. Skin changes:
Yellowing of the skin (jaundice), rashes, or any unusual changes in the baby's skin should be monitored and discussed with a healthcare professional. Although, 7 in 10 babies found jaundice within one week after birth. So, it is important to keep check on the newborn's color change in body or eyes.
Parenting Hacks for New Moms
1)Umbilical Chord:
Mothers not need to worry about the umbilical chord it will fall off automatically within 15-20 days. Nothing as such needs to be done or if any cream or powder recommended by your pediatrician .Apply it. Once it falls off you can massage or give bathe to your baby.
2)Swaddling a baby:
3)Watery Eyes:
Mothers can expect residue or watery eyes in their newborns. This is because of a blocked tear duct in babies as the development has not fully taken place. Although it can cured on their own or a simply massage near corner of the eyes and both nostrils in a downward direction can help.
While massaging, take a few drops of oil(any) in your palm and do a gentle massage for 2-3 minutes twice a day.
4)Vitamin D3 Drops:
Vitamin D3 drops contains Cholecalciferol as their active ingredients which helps in development of baby's teeth and bones as well as boosting immunity system in babies. You can use any brand or directed by your doctor and needs to give to the baby till one year.
It is recommended to give vitamin drops 1ml to the newborn till they completes one year.
5)Colic pain:
Babies under 8-9 month suffers from colic pain and it is so disheartening to see our baby in pain. It is because of digestion problems or any sensitive things baby unable to take from formula or mother's food choices ,if breastfeeding. Also, while crying or even sucking milk they consume so much air which causes colic in babies.
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