Any good newborn tips?

Question

I just had a baby a week ago and is a first time mom. My mother was helping me out the first few days but she returned to work. I need a few good tips, resources, books, etc. on caring for a newborn. The last few days have been a little overwhelming for me. My husband is there but his work schedule is a little crazy. He does help but I feel like I might not be doing something right. I hear so many dos and don'ts but are different from everyone. I just started experiencing a little baby blues from all the emotions at once. Just need some good tips. All the advice response is helpful.

Answer 1

I am a mom (twice) and I have been there. First, don't worry so much. Put the baby on a feeding schedule, make sure the baby is dry, and be sure to take a nap whenever you can because you will feel a little weary from the feedings around the clock. Give lots of hugs and kisses and use this time to bond with your child. There are some great books out there and you can always go on line with a question. Good luck to you all.

Answer 2

Do as little housework (or anything else) as possible and _cuddle that baby_. Lie down and be her bed for naps. Carry her around in a sling when she's awake. Love her and love her and love her some more.

You absolutely cannot get this time back later on, and it will just fly by. And, doing right by your baby with the cuddles and so on invariably makes _Mom_ feel better, too.

Answer 3

they want to eat every two hours, so, as your learning, your not gonna sleep.This will settle down in about a month,to once or twice a night, the settle down some more by six months.My biggest advice is do not have the baby sleep with you, give him/her they're own room. Second, don'r be overly quiet when they sleep. let them learn to sleep with normal backround noise.Do'nt jump and run at every little sqwak the kid makes.Don't cover them up too much while sleeping.You'll notice they kick all the blankets off.It's amazing, if a baby gets cold, they will cover them selves up.OH ya big one!!! regular early bed time.This get the baby on a schedule,keeps them healthy,and gives you a BREAK!!!!LOL

Answer 4

First of all, congratulations on your blessing from heaven. Secondly, relax, your baby does not know that you do not know what you are doing. Thirdly, listen to your heart, it sounds like you have your head on right, you are just a bit tired is all, this is normal, and this , too, shall pass. I found when my first one was born that if I rested when the little one rested, It helped a lot.You do not have to sleep per se, but you could listen to soothing music, or take a nice bubble bath, or some other quiet time activity. Do you have anyone that you could call like a church member, friend, or co-worker, or relative who could visit or help you out an hour or two a day? If so, take them up on this, it is not weakness to ask for help.Trust your heart, you will make the right choices for your little one.No one person has all the answers,The blues are normal, just remember, they will not stick around forever.I hope that this helps. Good luck. Also, be sure to support the little ones' head,and do not sweat the small stuff.Talking to them, a running monolouge of what you are doing, stimulates their brains, helps with the vocabulary, If the little one gets colicky, a warm water bottle, near their back and an alarm  clockwhere they can hear the ticking help a lot. Or you can get a tape of the womb sounds, you would be surprised how much that soothes, so do bouncer seats.

Answer 5

Make sure you support it's head at all times.

If you don't your baby can end up with neck problems.

Answer 6

#1. Sleep when baby sleeps. I wish I would've listened to that. It is a life saver!

#2. Remember that your baby does need you for comfort and soothing. When they cry, make sure to rule out the normal things like hunger, diaper change, etc... but if that isn't it, rock and sing to your baby. It's very soothing and if you start early, it will continue to work for you.

#3. Remember that every mommy makes mistakes. Learning from those mistakes is what is important.

Congrats and good luck :)

Answer 7

Just do what comes natural to you and you will be fine. Everyone does things differently so don't stress yourself out. One thing thou' don't spoil the baby by carrying all the time or you will never get any rest or peace.

Answer 8

Sleep when baby sleeps.  That was the best advice I ever got!  Let the dirty dishes pile up and leave the dirty laundry in the basket.  You need to give baby 100% of you and you need to be well rested to give baby 100%.

A great book to have on hand is what to expect during the first year, just like the what to expect when you're expecting, they even have one for the toddler years.  you can buy it new or even used at a second hand baby store or you can just check it out at the library.

Good luck and get some sleep!

Answer 9

My tip is, if you find something that works to settle your baby, just do it. As long as no danger comes to you or your baby, you are both getting full bellies and hopefully sleeping enough (it will never be enough for a mum, trust me) that is the main thing. This is your baby and you two might feel like complete strangers, but this will pass. Oh and baby massage after a bath is a wonderful thing!!! Helps with the bonding.

Congrats and good luck.

P.s. don't ever let anyone tell you that you are doing something wrong, this is your baby, you have known them for 9 months.

Answer 10

Talk to your baby like you would an adult. This will help stimulate their brain and they will speak sooner. If you speak in a high pitch voice to the baby, you will confuse them. Always support the neck and back. Make sure to let the child have tummy time.  Thta is very important in building the muscles in their neck. The baby will let you know when they are hungry, have a dirty diaper or want some attention. Other than that Love them and do the best you can. When your husband gets home from work let him relax a lil then ask if he can take over for like and hour so you can have time to yourself. That is always important. Especially when you have the baby blues. I went through that really hard. Remember to breathe and stay relaxed cause the baby can tell when you are stressed. Also, taking the baby for lil walks outside in a stroller ot even in your arms is good exercise for you and good for the baby to breathe fresh air. Just remember to keep a newborn out of the sun. If you need to talk message me. I know exactly what you are going through. Good luck and Congrats!

Answer 11

My best advice is to ignore everyones advice!!  It can be overwhelming.  Other people always think they know "the right way" to do things.  Each baby is different so just get to know your baby and do what works for you.  Sometimes they just want to cry... and that's okay.

If the baby blues don't go away soon, please see your doctor about postpartum depression.  Your baby is going to grow so fast and it would be a shame if you spend those first precious months sad and miserable.  Don't be afraid to ask for help!!