Breastmilk that is stored, refrigerated or thawed needs to be warmed up before serving; for the babies to consume. An older baby might not be picky but a newborn does not accept a bottle of milk unless it’s perfectly warm, close to our bodily temperature. Warming up the breastmilk is also necessary to improve consistency…
Is your baby showing signs of frustration or disinterest with the bottle? Are you tired of leaking bottles with excessive flow rates or bottles that barely let the milk enter into your baby’s mouth due to an intense slow flow rate? Do nipple sizes and their flow rates confuse you and make you indecisive when…
How long does a can of baby formula last? As a new mother, you’d want to plan everything before and after your baby is born. In my previous article, I discussed in detail the number of crib sheets a new mother should have (check the article here). Just like you’ve prepared you’ve budgeted for everything…
Everything comes from childhood, be it appropriate behavior, specific skills, and many other things that are likely to be developed during the formative years. For instance, if to think about writing, it leads the kid throughout life, which means that the child is to write different papers at different educational institutions. As follows, it is…
How many crib sheets do I need? This is one of the most popular questions new mothers often ask. I’m a member of several mommy online communities and I’ve seen moms give out different answers regarding this question. So I would guess it all depends on a mom’s preference. But, if you ask me, it’s…
What’s the best time of day for baby shower? Well, this is one of the most popular questions I come across in different online communities. I know how it can be frustrating figuring out the day and the time of the day when to have a baby shower. Balancing guests coming to your home, planning…
Babies are born with small bellies. The estimated size of a baby’s tummy is the size of a cherry (Source). The tummy capacity increases gradually as the baby grows. It is for this reason that you need to breastfeed your baby frequently. Baby spit-ups after feeding are quite common. Jenny is an experienced mother. She…
How many burp cloths do I need? Well if you’re a new mom, you’ll want to get and budget for everything right. Burp clothes are important because you will need them to wipe your baby spit up or when they drool. If you think that you won’t need burp cloths simply because your child wont…
Here is my Similac Total Comfort vs Alimentum comparison. In each case, I will look at the ingredient in each formula and its availability. One way your little one will tell you they feel discomfort is through crying or at times your baby becomes fussier. The formula you feed your baby could cause discomfort. The…
Most often, new moms are caught up in a parenting nightmare, and while babies are a source of joy, it can be overwhelming having a fussy baby. Studies reveal the leading cause of fussiness is an upset stomach. Sometimes a bellyache may be accompanied by uncontrolled welling, grumpiness, diarrhea, and vomiting. Other times the baby…
From the moment my first born was born, I joined mom forums and clubs as any other new mom would. Over the years, I’ve interacted with both new moms and experienced mothers and most are concerned about frequent diaper changes. Last week, I received an email from Victoria, and as a new mother, she wanted…
How long does it take for baby to adjust to formula change is one popular question new mothers ask. The other day, I went to visit my friend in Toronto. She had just given birth to her first born and was sticking purely to baby formulas because she had milk supply problem. For the first…
“Breast milk is the best milk.” This is an assertion that is repeated often by healthcare professionals, pediatricians, and parents alike. It is no secret that breast milk is rich in antibodies that are essential to protect your loved one until their immune system can combat infections. Colostrum and breast milk have the best composition…
Tears and crying are a regular feature when you have an infant or a toddler at home. When your child is at infancy, the tears are merely a way of calling attention to indicate hunger, discomfort, or pain. As an infant grows older, both the baby and the caregivers fall into a steady routine for…
As a new mother, you will experience a lot of things for the first time while caring for your young one, and it can be quite challenging to understand what the baby needs. Since crying is the first thing they do to express almost everything, it takes a while to understand their subtle clues. Are…
Mothers of newborn babies have many tough choices to make. The toughest one and the first one that comes up is the choice to breastfeed. This is an extremely personal choice although there has been a surge in the breastfeeding movement. The topic is still controversial to the extent that often mothers who choose not…
Parents of newborn babies are often overwhelmed with suggestions and tips about what is good for their baby. They are advised on everything from where they should shop, how to dress their child, what to feed, and even home remedies to try with the baby. But the sheer amount of recommendations can be daunting to…
Pregnancy is a life-changing experience for expecting couples. It is accompanied with various questions that crowd their mind and heart about themselves and the arriving new member of the family. At times these doubts are so frequent that one wishes they had something handy to refer to all the time. Books on pregnancy often play…
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