Severe pain in the abdomen caused by wind and suffered especially by babies.
To relive from pain follow these steps:-
Lay your baby on their tummy, across your stomach or lap. The change in position may help calm some colicky babies. You can also rub your baby’s back, which is both soothing and may help gas pass through.
Consider offering her a pacifier, or encourage baby to suck on her finger by gently putting it in her mouth. Gas does not cause colic, but some colicky babies also suffer from gassiness because they tend to swallow air while crying. Keep baby upright during feedings, and burp him often to try to ease gas pain.
A baby who has colic often cries about the same time every day, usually in the late afternoon or evening. Colic episodes may last from a few minutes to three hours or more on any given day.
generally recommend starting out with a traditional cow’s-milk formula, such as Enfamil and Similac, which contain a blend of whey and casein proteins. While the majority of infants do fine on these, colicky babies sometimes benefit from a different variety.
Walk him in kangaroo-style.
Make good vibrations.
Swaddle him.
Give him a massage.
Reduce outside stimulation.
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It is the process of medication administration via inhalation . It utilizes a Nebulizer which transports medication to the Lungs.
Illness Like:
Pneumonia
Asthma
Bronchitis
Allergies
Breathing difficulties
Wheezing, etc
In babies we are using mask method .It’s more useful because it’s more comfortable and effective method for baby’s
Reason behind that is the babies are more restless and crying also.
Preparing to use a nebulizer for baby
First check Nebulizer is working or not and any loose connections. Clean all parts of nebulizer like nebulizer mask, tubing’s and medicine cup then wipe it dry.
Wash your hands under running tap water for 20sec with soap or you can use hand rub.
Place the medication into the nebulizer. Unscrew the top of the nebulizer cup and put the prescribed medication into the nebulizer. Many types of respiratory medications for nebulizer treatments come in pre-measured doses. If yours is not pre-measured, measure out the exact amount prescribed for one dose. Secure the top tightly to prevent the medication from spilling out.
Attach the mouthpiece. Secure it to the nebulizer cup. Although different manufactures may have slightly different jet nebulizers, most mouthpieces will attach to the top of the nebulizer cup. Most nebulizers have mouth pieces instead of face masks, since masks can lead to facial deposits.
Connect the tubing. Attach one end of the oxygen tubing to the nebulizer cup. On most types of nebulizers, the tubing will connect on the bottom of the cup. Connect the other end of the tubing to an air compressor used for nebulize
Keep the mask on baby nose and hold it.Hold the baby. Sitting in your lap and make sure the mask is in correct place.
Using an aerosol mask as an alternative to a mouthpiece for baby’s and young children. Aerosol masks attach to the top of the nebulizer cup or medicine cup. (The mask comes in paediatric and adult sizes.
Set up an activity to occupy baby during the nebulizer treatment. Showing some toys etc may help the child sit still for the length of the treatment. Ideally, hold the child in your lap since the child should be sitting straight up to receive the optimal dosage of medication.
The time duration of the inhalation is [5-8 mint]
Wipe the baby face with small soft towel.
Clean the nebulizer as directed by instruction.
Hand wash.
The mask and medicine cup should be washed with warm water .If it possible to soak the pieces in a warm water for 20mints and disinfect it. After disinfect it make it dry and keep it in proper place
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Involvement with your child is critical. These are some ways to form a bond and develop a close relationship with your child from an early start. Start off on the right path, make the commitment to spend time with your baby, and relax, you’re going to be a great dad.
Before baby arrives:
To attend antenatal classes with your partner and do some research of your own.
The baby arrives will allow them to get to know your voice which will help to comfort them once they arrived.
Thank everyone and anyone who helps you, whether they’ve offered or you have to ask them to
Get to know the bump! Reading, singing and talking to your partners bump even before baby arrives will allow them to get to know your voice which will then help to comfort them once they arrive.
Once baby arrives:
Wash your hands before touching baby or use hand rub.
Try to support your partner as much as possible by making a few meals.
Support your partner while breast feeding.
Make sure you get lot of skin to skin contact with Baby.
Should know the importance of breast feeding.
Support your partner to come out of night mares and night terrors.
Baby Care
Know baby hunger clues: chewing on fingers, smacking lips, rooting for breast, crying
Talk, sing, and play with baby
Keep cord and/or circumcision clean and dry
Call lactation consultant with breastfeeding problems
Take an infant CPR/First Aid class
Have a frustration action plan
Go to well-baby check-up appointments
You and your partner will be sleep deprived. Sleep in shifts
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Key difference: Baby Pram and Stroller, are wheeled devices which are used to carry children. A baby pram is like a cradle in which babies can lie, whereas a stroller is like a chair in which babies can sit upright.
Rocker:
A bouncer is a seat suitable from birth until about 6 months that doesn’t rock, but is slightly flexible so that it moves slightly when you push it or when your baby kicks as she gets older. A bouncer usually has a bar with toys and lights, and some have music and vibrating options to help soothe your baby.
Buying Tips:
Modern gliders take up more room, but they come with comfy cushions. Add an ottoman so you have a place to rest tired feet.
When you shop, give each rocker or glider a test ride. It should move smoothly and silently. You don’t want your sleeping baby awakened to a symphony of squeaks and creaks.
The seat should be big enough to comfortably fit you and your growing baby.
Make sure the headrest is high enough so you can lean back against it. You’ll appreciate that feature during those exhausting late-night feedings.
Choose an easy-to-wash fabric. You’ll want it to come clean after baby spit-ups and spills.
Choose a colour that helps calm baby. Blue or green are good color choices.
Strolley:
A vehicle for moving a baby around that consists of a small bed supported by a frame on four wheels.
Buying Tips:
To keep baby secure, look for a T-shaped buckle that goes around your baby’s waist and straps between the legs.
The stroller should have brakes on the back wheels and locking front wheels.
When buying a stroller for two, tandem models (where one baby sits in front of the other) are easier to manoeuvre than side-by-side.
The stroller seat should recline all the way back for your new-born, and adjust back up to a seat as your baby grows.
Pram:
A pram is designed to carry new-borns and younger babies, usually while they’re lying down. It’s sturdy and generally can’t be folded flat. A stroller is lightweight and collapsible, ideal for older babies. A buggy can be a pushchair or a stroller, depending on who you ask!
Buying tips:
If you’re always on the go, buy a lightweight umbrella stroller. Just make sure it fully reclines.
Need a place to hold all your baby gear? A full-sized stroller will give you more storage room.
It should be solid, with a wide wheel base. When you push lightly on the handles, it shouldn’t tip backwards.
Make sure you can open the stroller easily with one hand. You don’t want to wrestle with it while holding baby in your other arm.
To keep baby secure, look for a T-shaped buckle that goes around your baby’s waist and straps between the legs.
When buying a stroller for two, tandem models (where one baby sits in front of the other) are easier to manoeuvre than side-by-side.
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Weaning a Baby off Breast Milk and Starting Solid Foods
Weaning is the gradual process of introducing semi-solid food while continuing with breast milk or infant formula milk.
Weaning means introducing a range of foods gradually until your baby is eating the same foods as the rest of your family.
When to start weaning:
The ideal time to start weaning is after 6 months of age.
How to know a baby is ready for weaning:
Baby shows interest in foods and can sit up.
Baby opens his mouth when food is offered.
Baby can turn head away when he is full.
Baby can pick up foods for self feeding.
Important points should be kept in mind while preparing and feeding a baby :-
Allow the infant to become familiar with the food before trying to give another.
Introduce one food at a time.
Give very small amounts of any new food at the beginning.
Use a very thin consistency when starting solid foods.
Variety in choice of foods is important.
Give freshly prepared food. Allow the baby to feed self, using their fingers, as soon as they show an interest.
Encourage the baby to chew, even if they don’t have teeth, by giving finger foods.
Finger foods provide chewing practice and encourage babies to feed self. It is a gradual process of introducing first Liquid foods followed by Semi solids and Solid foods.
Process of weaning:
First start with Liquid Foods(Milk, Fruit juice, Soups, Dal water)
Then start with Semi-Solid Foods (Mashed banana, Rice flour, Khichdi, Kheer)
Lastly include Solid Foods(Rice, Roti, Dal with vegetables, Bread)
Important dos and don’ts:
Use only clean utensils
Cooked food should be covered to protect it from the flies and dust
Use prepared feed within half an hour
Discard unused feed
Never leave baby alone when eating.
Figure out the foods the baby is allergic like nuts,soy,gluten,cow milk etc.
Introducing Solids For Babies
According to the World Health Organization the right age to wean our baby is around six months .Till six months babies get enough nutrition from breast milk. Some babies though are hungrier and start losing or not gaining weight beyond 4 months, and they would have even started crawling by then, if this happens we would recommend weaning at or after 4 months of age. However, introducing solid foods before 4 months is not recommended, as your baby can not digest food properly.
The Golden Weaning Rules
Get the order – Always start with carbohydrates first and then protein. For vegetarians it is pulses and legumes unlike non vegetarians who can introduce chicken, fish and meat, and fats are the last food to be introduced to babies. Never introduce egg white or cow’s milk in to their diet until the age of 1 year.
Start weaning with either fruits or vegetables pureed, or rice or raagi cooked using plain boiled water. After a week or so, move to vegetables such as carrot or sweet potato, or vice versa if you have started with the cereals first.
Don’t mix flavours- Start your baby on single rather than mixed food’s. Mixing flavours at this stage can blur a child’s sense of taste. You can use a part of the vegetables you cook for yourself, just puree them individually for the first couple of months of weaning.
Encourage for self-feeding. The aim is to get your baby to feed himself as soon as he can pick up and hold food.
Increase their water intake. When baby’s starts on solids they need more water. Avoid any other drinks apart from milk, fruit juices is another good source of water.
Know when they have had enough. If you are using a spoon, and after eating well your baby turns his face away or looks down, then stop feeding. It is a sign that you are over feeding him.
Eat with them. Put your baby in a high chair as soon as he can sit up unaided and have him eat with you. Eating with the family will encourage your child to try a wider range of food items.
Salt: Never add any salt to the foods you give to your baby because their kidneys cannot cope with it.
Sugar: Sugary foods and drinks are not recommended for babies under a year, as they can encourage a sweet tooth and lead to decay when teeth come through.
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Body massage is given to baby for smoothening the skin, make the baby feel fresh, relaxed and to improve the blood circulation.
You can do body massage after bath or before bath. As per mother permission you can use oil or baby body lotion
Items Required:
Rubber or Plastic sheet
Baby body lotion or Oil
Wrapping cloth
Procedure:
Wash your hands
Collect the items required
Please switch of the A/C or Fan.
Spread the rubber sheet or plastic sheet over the bed or floor.
Take the oil in bowl, warm the oil if required and check the warmth before applying on Baby
Make the baby ready by removing the dress and napkins and place the baby on plastic sheet
Steps to follow:
Legs,
Calves,
Thighs,
Chest,
Tummy,
Both hands,
Face,
Back.
Leg: Take the oil or lotion apply over the base of the foot and massage with your thumb finger from the heel towards the toes for minimum 5 times, then spread the toes for 5 times.
Next, massage both the ankle joints in a rolling manner by using your thumb fingers for five times.
Calves: There are two types of calves’ massage.
Swedish milking–
Swedish milking: First apply oil or lotion over the legs then start massage from ankle joint to knee joint for 5 times (both the side) Then from knee joint to groin area for 5 times (both the side).
Indian milking– (Prefer to give type 1, If the mother ask for type 2 then u can also give type 2 massage.)
Indian milking: Massage starts from groin area towards foot. (This is optional only if mother ask)
Chest:Take the oil or lotion, apply over the chest to shoulder and massage from down to up and inner to outer side 5 times (like broadening the chest)
Next move your hands in a cross manner from left to right and right to left.
Abdomen: Apply oil or lotion over the abdomen and massage 5times from up to down then circular motion. (Always abdominal massage should do in the clockwise manner without touching umbilical cord).
Hands: Swedish milking is better for both the hands and legs than Indian milking. If you do Indian milking for the hands and legs, then end up with Swedish massage.
Face: Massage cheek gently with circular motion then forehead by using thumb. (Face massage is not compulsory)
Back: Apply oil and massage from up to down five times then massage from one side to another side for five times.
Buttocks: Massage the buttocks from down to up for 5times.
After completing the massage, Turn the baby slowly, place the baby on sheet, and wrap the baby in wrapping cloth.
Replace the articles in proper place.
Do’s:
Always hands and legs massage should be done towards the heart.
Always abdominal massage should be done only clockwise.
Don’ts:
Do not turn babies below 3 months,
Don’t do head massage,
Do not apply oil over the head and face (except cheeks and forehead)
Baby Bath
There is no need to give a newborn bath every day. In fact, bathing the baby more than several times a week can dry out his or her skin.
It does not matter when you give a bath and make sure do not do soon after a feed.
Itmes Required:
Bath tub
Bowl with 2-cotton ball for cleaning eyes
Body wash (Soap/ Shompoo)
Large Towel
Wrapping cloth
Alcohol swab for cord care
Baby dress, napkins or diaper
Dust bin.
Nail cutting scissor for nail cutting
Procedure:
Wash your hands thoroughly .
Collect the items required
Add warm water and cold water in a tub up to 2-3 inches and check for the temperature of the water from the elbow.
Remove the baby’s cloths and clean the diaper area top to bottom by using wet wipes. (Check if baby has passed urine or motion)
Steps to be followed:
Clean the both eyes with cotton balls inner cantus to outer cantus with clean water.
Next Clean the face with warm water. Remember, do not apply soap to the face and do not touch the eyes.
Wet the hair with the water and apply shampoo, then gently clean the hair
Pour fresh warm water over the head.
Next, wet the front part of the body and apply shampoo then gently clean, attention needs to be given to the areas like under arm, neck, groin, middle of the fingers and folding parts. (Remember Do not touch the umbilical cord).
Then turn the Baby slowly and give bath on the back for the baby.
Pour fresh warm water all over the body and place the baby in towel.
Dry the baby face first, then head and finally the body.
More attention should be given while drying the areas like under arm, back of the ear, neck, groin, middle of the fingers, diaper area, folding parts and in between the toes.
Clean the umbilical cord from alcohol swab.
Put the baby dress and napkin or diaper and wrap the baby using wrapping cloth.
Wash your hands.
Finally can give the feed.
How to fix a diaper
A diaper or a nappy is a type of underwear that allows the wearer to defecate or urinate without the use of a toilet, by absorbing or containing waste products to prevent soiling of outer clothing or the external environment. When diapers become soiled, they require changing, generally by a second person such as a parent or caregiver. Failure to change a diaper on a sufficiently regular basis can result in skin problems around the area covered by the diaper.
Steps to follow for fixing diaper:
Lay your baby on his back. Remove any clothing that inhibits access to the diaper. At this age, rompers are popular clothing items; they contain snaps for easy diaper access.
Remove the soiled diaper. For disposable diapers, pull up the sticky tabs. For reusable cloth diapers, remove the diaper cover and snaps or Velcro from around your baby’s waist.
Lift your baby up gently so you can scoot the diaper out from under his bottom.
Use wipes to clean your baby’s diaper region. Always wipe from front to back to avoid infection, especially for girls.
If the area is red or inflamed, soothe it with diaper ointment.
Wait for your baby’s skin to dry before putting on a fresh diaper.
Take a fresh diaper and place it under your baby. Bring the front part up on your baby’s stomach and fasten the tabs to secure the diaper on his waist.
Replace any clothing over the new diaper.
How to Prevent Diaper Rash
Take these precautions to take to prevent diaper rash. If you suspect a diaper rash is becoming infected, always call the doctor.
Check your infant’s diaper often (every two hours) and change it promptly.
Clean your infant’s diaper region thoroughly during changes.
Do not use scented wipes or soaps on your infant’s diaper region.
Pat, do not scrub, a baby’s bottom when drying your infant after a bath.
Avoid plastic pants and look out for skin marks, which indicate the diaper is too tight.
Dealing with nappy rashes
There may be red patches on the baby’s bottom, or the whole area may be red. The skin may look sore and feel hot to touch, and there may be spots, pimples or blisters.
Nappy rash can be caused by:
Prolonged contact with urine or stools
Sensitive skin
Rubbing or chafing
Soap, detergent or bubble bath
Baby wipes
Diarrhea or other illness
These simple steps will help:
Change wet or soiled nappies as soon as possible. Young babies need changing as many as 10 or 12 times a day; older babies at least six to eight times.
Always have a good supply of nappies.
Watch for any allergies to the wet wipes or soap etc.
If you find redness on the diaper area, avoid using diapers and keep the area dry always.
Use diaper rash cream as per doctor’s advice.
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Babies nails are sharp and a newborn, who has little control over his flailing limbs, can easily end up scratching his own face.
Longer nails also easily become ingrown, and in turn, infected.
Little fingernails grow so fast you may have to cut them as often as a few times a week.
Toenails require less-frequent trimming.
Procedure:
Wash your hands.
The best time to trim nails is while he is sleeping, and after a recent bath when they are still very soft.
Press the finger pad away from the nail to avoid nicking the skin, keep a firm hold on your child’s hand as you clip, and cut straight across.
It might be easier and safer to use a nail file.
Clean the Baby hand with wet wipe and Replace the articles.
Wash your hands using 7 steps.
Ear Care
How to clean ears of a baby
You don’t need to clean the inside of your baby’s ears. Wash behind his ears where spit-up milk can run.
It’s OK to get water in your baby’s ears.
Don’t try to dry the inside of your baby’s ears with cotton swabs (Q-tips); you can damage the eardrum.
Because a cotton swab is often what causes a wax buildup in the first place, you should never use one to clean a baby’s ear canals,
To get the water out, just gently turn her head to the side and let the water run out, then dry the outside of the ear with a soft towel.
How to take care of ear piercing?
We need to take precautions before and after piercing the ear.
The main precautions which we should follow before piercing is:-
Avoiding blood thinners: – Aspirin, alcohol and excessive amounts of caffeine are all blood thinners, so we should avoid these things the day you get pierced. If ignored it can leads to bleeding.
Precautions after piercing the ear:-
There are numbers of precautions to be taken after ear piercing. Hygiene is important to avoid the infection. Other precautions are: –
Wash your hands with antibacterial soap to avoid chances of infection.
Avoid touching the pierced area often.
Starter earrings- do not remove them prematurely; piercings may close or heal improperly.
Do not change the earrings for the first time eight weeks after getting pierced.
Do not use soap as it is harmful for healing ear piercings. It can dry out your skin and make more susceptible for developing a piercing infection.
Be careful with items that could snag your earrings. Hats, scarves, and other items that may catch on your earrings should be worn with care.
Avoid getting shampoo, conditioner, and other hair products on your ears, since the ingredients in these products could lead to an infection.
Sleeping with ear against the pillow can irritate your piercings.
Clean them three times a day
Clean both the front and the back of the piercing; making sure the entire area gets covered.
Gently rotate the earring two or three times to make sure the antiseptic gets inside the piercing.
See a doctor if there is any pus discharge, excessive itching, redness, and extreme pain are signs of an infection. Either remove the earring immediately yourself, or if it is too painful, have a doctor remove it.
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Baby Proofing is the act of making an environment or object safer for children.
Safety Tips for Toys
Walkers: Avoid them, as they are associated with high chances of head injuries.
Choking hazard: Do not buy small toys or toys with detachable parts less than a one rupee coin for children less than 3 years .Never give young children small balls, balloons – as a baby might swallow them or choke on them while playing with them.
Magnetic toys: Keep magnetic toys with powerful magnets, away from children under six years.
Toxic Chemicals: Avoid toys made of PVC plastic and lead painted wooden toys when buying a wooden toy specifically ask if the paint on it has lead in it.
Noise: Children’s ears are sensitive. If a toy makes sounds loud for your ear then it is probably too loud for your child.
Strangulation Hazard: Strings, plastic bags and ropes can get entangled around your child’s neck.
Around the house
Put rubber mats to prevent slipping. Check the furniture is stable. Keep heavy object such as books , electrical items, coins, house hold things, etc keep in a safe place. Keep the house clean it prevent infections.
In The Kitchen, in lower cupboard contain non- breakable things and plastic items. Keep sharp items like knife, scissors etc keep in upper cupboard .Keep the place clean . Don’t allow baby to come inside kitchen. Close the kitchen door always.
In The Bathroom, all beauty products ,cleaning products like floor cleaner, soap powder, toilet cleaner, soap, shampoo etc keep in a lockable cupboard where baby hand not reach. Keep your bathroom clean. Close the bathroom door always.
Safety and Discipline
Around 9 months your baby will be naturally curious and will be moving quickly. When your see your child approaching a bad situation, remove him from the situation and say NO’ firmly. He may not yet be able to developmentally mind his parents and my repeat the act. This is not disobedience just natural curiosity and exploration. Do not punish your child, rather encourage his independence and exploration by providing a safe home.
No matter how safe your house is, children this age need constant watching unless they are in playpen or a crib.
They are prone to falling injuries. Use gates at stairs .Remove all sharp edged objects like glass –table and breakable objects from the ground.
Be sure crib mattresses are as low as possible. If the crib railing comes to children’s chest level, there are chance of your child falling from it.
Do not use table cloths, as children may grab these to pull themselves up, in turn risking falling of heavy or hot objects placed on them.
Put medicines and poisonous items like detergents, toilet cleaners etc. In high or locked up places.
Cover all electrical outlets and do not leave mobile charges etc. Hanging from them.
Turn the handles of pots and skillets away from stove edge .Keep the gas cylinder switched off when not in use.
Never leave your child alone in the bathtub, pool or bucket of water.
Baby Safety [crib or bed]
Providing a safe environment is an important part of caring for your new baby. Babies need to be safe at home and when they’re away from home. There are some simple things you can do to help keep your baby safe and secure. Always consult your healthcare professional if you have concerns about your baby.
Good sleeping habits are important for your babies physical and emotional well beings. Babies under one year of age should sleep on their backs in their own cribs.
Baby Sleeping Safety.
All infants should be put down for sleep on their backs to reduce the risk for sudden Infant Death Syndrome, also called SIDS. Give your baby a pacifier before he goes to sleep. … Avoid soft bedding that might suffocate your baby, such as pillows, blankets, plush toys, and bumpers in the crib.
When you buy a crib, it comes with those ominous words: “Some Assembly Required.” Follow the instruction manual carefully, and make sure the hardware is tightened properly and that there are no sharp edges. After you start using it, check the crib periodically to make sure nothing has come loose.
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Parenthood Essentials and must haves
for your NEW BORN
Entering a blissful journey of parenthood does not comes that easy and poses various challenges.
Here we bring you some prerequisites which can guide you to various parenthood essentials.
Baby Care
The day newborn comes to your home , life as you know it changes forever. Welcome to the baby care zone , which can guide you for baby care needs.
