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How to Survive Your First Month As A New Mom

September 30, 2020 by Jessica Moore Leave a Comment

As you anticipate that first month with baby, new mom worries may seem overwhelming. But there are several tips and tricks to know that will help you survive.

First Month With Baby Tips & Tricks

 A dear friend of mine is a recent new mom.  As I watch her go through the experience, I remember when I became a mom. I have such sweet memories of those first few months–it’s a profound experience to be a mom! But I also remember how overwhelming it is. You’re just home from the hospital and totally exhausted. And the reality that you are now responsible for someone besides yourself hits big. 

All new moms learn a lot that first month. I’m sharing what I’ve learned with you, and one day you’ll pass it on to someone else! 

First month with baby

Caring for the Cord

Today there are four simple steps to properly care for baby’s umbilical cord:

  • Keep it dry:  Allow the cord stump to dry out.  To do this, avoid covering it up as much as possible.  Fold baby’s diaper under the cord so that it stays out of the diaper.
  • Keep it clean:  When the cord stump gets dirty, use a soft cloth and warm water to carefully clean the cord.  Gently dab it dry with a clean cloth.
  • Sponge Baths Only: It’s important to keep the cord stump as dry as possible, so no full baths until the cord has fallen off.  
  • Leave the cord stump alone: Let baby’s cord stump fall off on its own. It should fall off within a few weeks of his birth. 
first month with baby

What Baby Wants

I remember one of my biggest concerns was how I would know what my crying baby needed? After baby came, I surprised myself with what I realized… I somehow just knew.  Baby didn’t always stop crying right away, but I knew what to do to help. I also realized I was doing all I could.  Even after all his needs are taken care of, sometimes baby just needs to cry.  And don’t forget, Dad can help and comfort baby, too! 

first month with baby

Caring for Diaper Skin

Although you never want to disregard something that causes your baby pain or irritation, diaper rashes are fairly normal.  Baby’s skin is adjusting to life out in the world and is super sensitive as a result.  Any time her bum is sitting in moisture for too long, a rash can occur. The best way to prevent and treat diaper rash is to apply a diaper cream that contains zinc oxide. Boudreaux’s Butt Paste is a great choice! 

A more concerning symptom you’ll want to watch for is a rash made up of many itchy little red bumps. The itchy little bumps can signal a yeast rash. If you see these bumps, consult your pediatrician for a prescription cream.

About Breastfeeding

Breastfeeding is different for every new Mom and baby.  Some of your babies take to you without a problem but others may be finicky.  Dr. Jane Morton from the Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital in Palo Alto offers solutions to 10 of the most common problems with breastfeeding.

breastfeeding

About Bath Time

Sponge baths are recommended for the first month with baby, until the umbilical cord is gone.  After that you can make more of a splash.  

  • Set Up:  Be sure to prepare the bath area before you bring baby over.  Make sure there are no items within baby’s reach. But be sure that you have easy access to everything you need!
  • Position:  If you use a sink, face baby’s head away from the faucet.
  • Temperature:  Test the water temperature on the inside of your wrist. It should be warm but not hot. 
  • Cup:  Use a plastic cup to help rinse soap off of baby. Be careful of her eyes.
  • Timing: Notice how bath time affects your baby. If he gets energized with baths, plan them during the day.  But if bath time relaxes him, plan them right before bed or nap time.

 

Baby’s Bowel Movements

Breastfed babies have yellow, lose, seedy-looking stools. A formula-fed baby has stools of different colors and odors, but should still be fairly loose.  Watch for red, black or white stools, or stool that is hard like small pebbles. Report these signs to baby’s pediatrician.  

Caring for the Soft Spot

Another concern during the first month with baby is his soft spot. The soft spot, or fontanelle, is a thick, protective membrane on top of baby’s head where the skull bones haven’t grown together. This is normal, and allows baby to safely navigate out of the birth canal. Like any part of baby’s growing body, protect the soft spot as much as possible. However, it is not something to overly stress about. 

Hopefully you feel more prepared for that first month with baby. My other tip is to be sure and take time for yourself!

Filed Under: Babies, Parenting Tagged With: How to Parent, How to Survive Being a New Mom, Kids, New Mom Tips, Parenting, Parenting Hacks, Parenting Tips and Tricks

Postpartum Care: Most Needed Items For A New Mama

February 12, 2020 by Jessica Moore Leave a Comment

There’s no more special time in the life of a new mama than seeing your baby for the very first time! But once that euphoria starts to pass and the reality of recovery sets in, you need to know the best tips for postpartum care to get you through those first weeks of recovery. Here are the most needed postpartum care items for a new mama.

New mamas might be thrilled that the pregnancy is over and the baby is here, but they still need to be pampered. Moms will be sore and and could benefit greatly with having a postpartum care kit. Read on to learn about items needed in this kit. Make her life so much easier by learning about padsicles, sitz baths and more. #postpartumcare #postpartumcarekits #whateverynewmamaneeds

Postpartum Care Needs For A New Mama

The items we’re talking about today are all available at Amazon, which is perfect for when you don’t feel like leaving the house. But if you prefer, look for them at your local stores as well. Here we go!

There's no more special time in the life of a new mama than seeing your baby for the very first time! But once that euphoria starts to pass and the reality of recovery sets in, you need to know the best tips for postpartum care to get you through those first weeks of recovery. Make sure you have all of the butters and sprays that you will need.

Perineal Care Items

Besides sleep, a new mama really needs help with perineal discomfort following a vaginal birth. Luckily, there are some wonderful items that you won’t want to be without!

  • How do Frida Mom Instant Ice Maxi Pads sound? Pretty darn amazing, right?! You can’t help sighing with relief the instant it touches those tender tissues. These cooling pads also relieve swelling better than anything else.
  • Hemorrhoids are a problem after birth, even though they are a TMI subject for many. All new mamas need to know that there is a product to help. A Sitz bath soak gently cleans and soothes hemorrhoidal tissues while they heal.
  • Get a peri bottle designed for upside down, gentle cleansing of the perineal area.There's no more special time in the life of a new mama than seeing your baby for the very first time! But once that euphoria starts to pass and the reality of recovery sets in, you need to know the best tips for postpartum care to get you through those first weeks of recovery.

Belly Support

As your abdominal and uterine muscles slowly return to pre-pregnancy size and location, extra belly support is extremely helpful. This is where a postpartum belly wrap comes in. It provides that extra support for your abdomen and back as everything goes back to normal. And believe it or not, it feels amazing!

Disposable Underwear

Once the hospital-provided mesh panties give out, a new mama needs disposable underwear for continuing postpartum care. Don’t risk ruining your good underwear when disposables are available!

There's no more special time in the life of a new mama than seeing your baby for the very first time! But once that euphoria starts to pass and the reality of recovery sets in, you need to know the best tips for postpartum care to get you through those first weeks of recovery. For breastfeeding mamas, make sure you invest in some padsicles. They help so much!

Breastfeeding Moms

If you’re recovering and breastfeeding, it’s important to have postpartum care items on hand for those first few weeks of breast discomfort all new mamas experience.

  • Organic Nipple Butter Breastfeeding Cream is a bestseller. No parabens, no petroleum jelly, and nothing harmful to baby.
  • The Breast Therapy Pack from Lansinoh provides both hot packs to help your milk flow better plus cold packs to relieve engorgement pain.

Don’t forget that extra sleep and “me time” is also important for a new mama! Check out our best tips to help you find time to pamper yourself after baby comes.

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How to Prepare for Baby

December 7, 2017 by Jessica Moore Leave a Comment

 

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Where to Get Free Stuff for New Moms

September 19, 2017 by Jessica Moore Leave a Comment

 

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