“I’m going to breastfeed”, is a common refrain amongst pregnant women. But what many women don’t do is to prepare for breastfeeding beforehand. They simply make the statement and then put it to the back of their minds. The next time the issue arises is often in the delivery suite when the new mum has just gone through the ordeal of childbirth.
When presented with her newborn, the new mum may be exhausted and the last thing she wants is to have anyone else poking at her. The result? All her good intentions to breastfeed become overshadowed when a bottle is produced and the exhausted mum is told that she can try to give a breastfeed later on in the day!
To stand the best chance of successfully breastfeeding, pregnant women need to prepare during their pregnancy. Successful breastfeeding results from careful planning. And the most important way to successfully breastfeed is to give the newborn baby a breastfeed within half an hour of her birth! Not later on!
Being committed to breastfeeding, but not placing too much pressure on oneself, can work wonders! If a new mum pressurises herself she is likely to end up feeling stressed and, as a result, will be more like to give up breastfeeding early. Having a new baby is stressful enough! By preparing to breastfeed whilst you are still pregnant, you will feel more relaxed about it when the baby is born.
The following will certainly aid you in your breastfeeding experience:
Join a Breastfeeding Support Group to chat to new and experienced breastfeeding mums. Ask questions about breastfeeding and enquire if you can watch some babies being offered the breast.
Observe how each baby is put on the breast.
Look at how different mums hold their babies. Getting the right position is essential to avoid early problems.
Also ask for advice about breastfeeding friendly shops and changing facilities!
Read books, magazines or online articles, to find out as much as you can about breastfeeding successfully.
Get measured for a nursing bra when you are around 38 weeks pregnant. Many baby stores now offer this service. Try a few different styles to find one that is comfortable. Also purchase a couple of night-time nursing bras.
Nursing pads are essential for absorbing leaks and avoiding embarrassing stains!
Nursing shells can be very useful on nights out, as they will catch leaks. Or you can use them during breastfeeding to collect milk from the breast not being used, storing the milk for later use.
Nipple Creams can help soothe sore nipples.
Front-opening or Nursing Nightdresses or Pyjamas can make it easier to breastfeed at night.
Loose- fitting tops can be comfortable during the day. Try layering so that your back is not exposed when you are feeding. Or use a poncho or wrap if you feel anxious about breastfeeding in front of other people.
A Breast-pump is a fantastic investment as it can be used to collect milk for bottle feeds, making up first solids or when you are away from the baby to prevent engorgement or ease mastitis. Ask other mums to recommend one they liked.
A V-shaped Cushion can make breastfeeding more comfortable as it offers good support for mums back. Or a Nursing Pillow can be used to raise the baby up to a more comfortable height for mum.
A Steriliser is a compact way to keep baby utensils and breast-pump attachments clean and sterile.
Some mums find a Gliding chair very useful, particularly for night feeds.
If you are well prepared for breastfeeding there is no reason why you should not succeed.
Breast-milk is nature’s diet for babies; perfectly balanced for a great start to life.
Senin, 09 Januari 2012
Stress Out Baby Shower Planning
If you're just starting your baby shower planning and want to make sure it a huge success, you'll probably feel that as you try to take care of everything and hard to even find time to take a break.
The good news is, you're not alone.
Here are some of my useful experiences that I learn through as the guest of other's baby shower.
Sooner or later, you'll be finding out that becoming an experienced baby shower hostess takes a little bit of getting used to.
Just keep a fun attituide and enjoy your baby shower planning.
Golden Tips 4: If You Really in Need of A Baby Shower Book, Buy A E-book.
According to the report, "How Women and Men Use the Internet", published by PEW Internet & American Life Project in December 28th, 2005, there are trends showing that women are catching up in overall use and are framing their online experience with a greater emphasis on deepening connections with people.
So what you can learn from it for your baby shower planning? Definitely a lot!
Not only are most of the print version of baby shower books outdated, these books are not suitable to feed the needs for today's busy and web-savvy women.
I've read almost all the baby shower related books sold on Amazon, some of them are good written. But compare to e-books, they are not able to update with fresh content in a timely manner.
Even more, a busy 9-and-5 Shower hostess is able to organizing party ideas while every and each co-hostess can read the same Shower planning book, exchange ideas, and provide solution using emails.
Of course, this only works with e-books since you can send as many copies to your partners without paying extra money.
Golden Tip 5: Do It or Deliberate It.
Do you understand that how does the 80/20 rule work for baby shower planning?
You're probably be good at creating great Shower games or making delicious food and drink, but you can't be an all-star-team on your own to plan something that please all the family members, close friends, and even co-workers.
The smart way is to do what you're good at and deliberate the rest to your co-hostess.
I have yet to meet a baby shower hostess who's been able to accomplish everything while trying to turn the party into a one man's show. Though Shower hostess must make sure that everything is well-organized, but working with a few partners is a wise decision.
As that, you could focus on only the most important baby shower planning and activities that you've been familiar with."
What's more...if you're a friend to the soon-to-be-mom or soon-to-be-dad, you should ask their family members to help in the planning details like suggesting an invitation list, gift ideas, or providing refreshments.
Golden Tip 6: Build Your Very Own Family Web Site, And Start Showing Off Your Baby Shower Albums.
Even you are a frequent shower hostess, you probably have no idea to remember what you've done for all those oh-so-cute baby cakes and oh-so-funny activities in detail.
The good news is, you're not alone.
Here are some of my useful experiences that I learn through as the guest of other's baby shower.
Sooner or later, you'll be finding out that becoming an experienced baby shower hostess takes a little bit of getting used to.
Just keep a fun attituide and enjoy your baby shower planning.
Golden Tips 4: If You Really in Need of A Baby Shower Book, Buy A E-book.
According to the report, "How Women and Men Use the Internet", published by PEW Internet & American Life Project in December 28th, 2005, there are trends showing that women are catching up in overall use and are framing their online experience with a greater emphasis on deepening connections with people.
So what you can learn from it for your baby shower planning? Definitely a lot!
Not only are most of the print version of baby shower books outdated, these books are not suitable to feed the needs for today's busy and web-savvy women.
I've read almost all the baby shower related books sold on Amazon, some of them are good written. But compare to e-books, they are not able to update with fresh content in a timely manner.
Even more, a busy 9-and-5 Shower hostess is able to organizing party ideas while every and each co-hostess can read the same Shower planning book, exchange ideas, and provide solution using emails.
Of course, this only works with e-books since you can send as many copies to your partners without paying extra money.
Golden Tip 5: Do It or Deliberate It.
Do you understand that how does the 80/20 rule work for baby shower planning?
You're probably be good at creating great Shower games or making delicious food and drink, but you can't be an all-star-team on your own to plan something that please all the family members, close friends, and even co-workers.
The smart way is to do what you're good at and deliberate the rest to your co-hostess.
I have yet to meet a baby shower hostess who's been able to accomplish everything while trying to turn the party into a one man's show. Though Shower hostess must make sure that everything is well-organized, but working with a few partners is a wise decision.
As that, you could focus on only the most important baby shower planning and activities that you've been familiar with."
What's more...if you're a friend to the soon-to-be-mom or soon-to-be-dad, you should ask their family members to help in the planning details like suggesting an invitation list, gift ideas, or providing refreshments.
Golden Tip 6: Build Your Very Own Family Web Site, And Start Showing Off Your Baby Shower Albums.
Even you are a frequent shower hostess, you probably have no idea to remember what you've done for all those oh-so-cute baby cakes and oh-so-funny activities in detail.
Starting Your Baby On Solids
If your baby is ready to start on solid foods, you might be a bit confused as to which foods are best. There are a wide variety of foods that can be good starter foods. Here are some ideas to help you get going.
Rice, Mixed Grain or Oat Cereal
This is the typical baby cereal that you mix with formula or breast milk. This is a good starter food because it is easily tolerated and you can make it as thin as you like for those first meals. Start with just about a tablespoon of the cereal.
Yellow Vegetables
Mild yellow vegetables like squash, carrots and sweet potatoes are good starters, too. They are easy on the stomach and babies usually love the taste.
Yogurt
Many babies love plain, unsweetened yogurt, and it is a very healthy first food. If your baby doesn’t like it, try yogurt with the fruit on the bottom, but check labels, and buy yogurt with low sugar content. Very often the grocery store brand will be lower in sugar than the national brands.
Mild Fruits
Applesauce, bananas, peaches and pears are all good choices, and babies love them.
These are some of the best foods to offer first. Many pediatricians recommend offering vegetables, cereals and unsweetened yogurt first and adding fruits and sweetened yogurt a bit later. This is based on the theory that saving sweeter foods for later discourages the development of a sweet tooth.
Be certain that you introduce only one new food at a time, and wait a week before introducing something new. This will let you determine if there is any food that your child is allergic to or does not tolerate well. Once you have introduced the foods above successfully, you can add other vegetables, like green beans and peas, and meat. It is usually recommended that you wait until your baby is older to introduce spinach and broccoli.
Beware trying to approach those first few solid meals when your baby is really hungry – he is likely to rebel. Give him just a little breast milk or formula, and he is likely to be much more patient with the process. Don’t expect much those first few feedings. Your baby will wear more than he will eat for some time. But, it will get better – and these first few meals are more about learning the skill than actual nutrition, anyway!
Rice, Mixed Grain or Oat Cereal
This is the typical baby cereal that you mix with formula or breast milk. This is a good starter food because it is easily tolerated and you can make it as thin as you like for those first meals. Start with just about a tablespoon of the cereal.
Yellow Vegetables
Mild yellow vegetables like squash, carrots and sweet potatoes are good starters, too. They are easy on the stomach and babies usually love the taste.
Yogurt
Many babies love plain, unsweetened yogurt, and it is a very healthy first food. If your baby doesn’t like it, try yogurt with the fruit on the bottom, but check labels, and buy yogurt with low sugar content. Very often the grocery store brand will be lower in sugar than the national brands.
Mild Fruits
Applesauce, bananas, peaches and pears are all good choices, and babies love them.
These are some of the best foods to offer first. Many pediatricians recommend offering vegetables, cereals and unsweetened yogurt first and adding fruits and sweetened yogurt a bit later. This is based on the theory that saving sweeter foods for later discourages the development of a sweet tooth.
Be certain that you introduce only one new food at a time, and wait a week before introducing something new. This will let you determine if there is any food that your child is allergic to or does not tolerate well. Once you have introduced the foods above successfully, you can add other vegetables, like green beans and peas, and meat. It is usually recommended that you wait until your baby is older to introduce spinach and broccoli.
Beware trying to approach those first few solid meals when your baby is really hungry – he is likely to rebel. Give him just a little breast milk or formula, and he is likely to be much more patient with the process. Don’t expect much those first few feedings. Your baby will wear more than he will eat for some time. But, it will get better – and these first few meals are more about learning the skill than actual nutrition, anyway!
Soothing Essentials For Mom And Baby
New moms don't have a lot of time on their hands so they need products that will quickly and conveniently address their babies' needs-and soothe and relieve their own post pregnancy-related ailments.
Beyond the baby basics (diapers, formula and bottles), there are a number of soothing, nurturing and gentle essentials to consider:
• Sometimes newborn babies miss the gentle rhythmic sounds of the heartbeat that lulled them to sleep in the womb. When a baby has a hard time falling asleep, products such as Baby Einstein's Baby Mozart® Music CD can help encourage a peaceful dreamtime.
• Another way to soothe a baby into a restful slumber is to start with a calming bath. A nightly routine using Johnson's® Bedtime Bath® will signal that bedtime is near. Plus, the calming and relaxing properties of lavender and chamomile can soothe both baby and mom.
• Welcoming a new baby into the world brings feelings of elation for the whole family, but for new moms it can also bring less desirable feelings-like chafing and itching.
To help, women's health care experts at Monistat® created Soothing Care® Intimate Care products. The line offers products that prevent and treat a range of discomforts such as skin chafing, which can occur between thighs and underarms or anywhere that delicate, sensitive skin may experience rubbing.
Other remedies alleviate things like itching and burning, which can persist on new mom's newly sensitive skin.
• Maintaining a healthy diet rich in vitamins and nutrients is one of the most important things a new mom can do for herself and her new baby. Smart snacks such as Luna Bars, fresh and dried fruits and wholesome granola are fortified with key essential vitamins to help replenish mom after giving birth and provide the necessary energy for keeping up with her baby.
Some other tips include stocking up on favorite snacks, restaurant take-out menus and movies before the baby's arrival. That way moms will have things to enjoy readily available during the first few hectic weeks.
Also, moms are encouraged to take advantage of help when it's offered. By relying on the kindness of friends and family who bring over dinner or baby-sit, moms can squeeze in much-needed time out of the house or an afternoon of rest.
A line of soothing products can alleviate the chafing new mothers sometimes experience.
Beyond the baby basics (diapers, formula and bottles), there are a number of soothing, nurturing and gentle essentials to consider:
• Sometimes newborn babies miss the gentle rhythmic sounds of the heartbeat that lulled them to sleep in the womb. When a baby has a hard time falling asleep, products such as Baby Einstein's Baby Mozart® Music CD can help encourage a peaceful dreamtime.
• Another way to soothe a baby into a restful slumber is to start with a calming bath. A nightly routine using Johnson's® Bedtime Bath® will signal that bedtime is near. Plus, the calming and relaxing properties of lavender and chamomile can soothe both baby and mom.
• Welcoming a new baby into the world brings feelings of elation for the whole family, but for new moms it can also bring less desirable feelings-like chafing and itching.
To help, women's health care experts at Monistat® created Soothing Care® Intimate Care products. The line offers products that prevent and treat a range of discomforts such as skin chafing, which can occur between thighs and underarms or anywhere that delicate, sensitive skin may experience rubbing.
Other remedies alleviate things like itching and burning, which can persist on new mom's newly sensitive skin.
• Maintaining a healthy diet rich in vitamins and nutrients is one of the most important things a new mom can do for herself and her new baby. Smart snacks such as Luna Bars, fresh and dried fruits and wholesome granola are fortified with key essential vitamins to help replenish mom after giving birth and provide the necessary energy for keeping up with her baby.
Some other tips include stocking up on favorite snacks, restaurant take-out menus and movies before the baby's arrival. That way moms will have things to enjoy readily available during the first few hectic weeks.
Also, moms are encouraged to take advantage of help when it's offered. By relying on the kindness of friends and family who bring over dinner or baby-sit, moms can squeeze in much-needed time out of the house or an afternoon of rest.
A line of soothing products can alleviate the chafing new mothers sometimes experience.
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