I'm a new mom,any advice??

Question

I have a 12 day old girl, Hayden, Any advise for me?? Thanks =]

Answer 1

buy lots of gas medicine, newborns sometimes get what is called a clogged tear duct (you will notice red eye with puss coming out) and its very normal, read up on the gas exercises on-line bc you will use it LOTS the first year, even thought they do not have teeth its important to clean the gums with a cloth daily, always have tylenol and a thermometer on hand, always take plenty of diapers and a extra change of clothes with you everywhere, take a blanket out with you bc if the baby falls asleep you can cover the carrier so she is not bothered by light and can sleep better.

Good luck and welcome to being a mom. After 3 months you will start getting sleep so do not worry. It is just hard at first bc your body is not used to getting up so much and not getting sleep, you will get used to it ina few months. I can go without sleep now fine and before I was having a break down.

I would always make the bottles and keep them in the fridge before I went to bed that way I would not have to get up and stay up long. I would hop up get the bottle and stick in the warmer (if you bottle feed). I did breast feed the first 6 months but my milk dried up :(. That's the best really!

USE Dr. Browns bottles they are  the best for gas (sooo good). Get a bottle warmer (wal mart brand is the best).

Also SAVE this website http://www.askdrsears.com/ anything you need to know for your kids is on here..

Answer 2

Get up! Meaning, not just now while she is little but all throughout her life. When she needs something, get up. When she is acting up and needs to be disciplined, get up to discipline her. Don't just get onto her from across the room. This will show her that you care enough about her that you can get up to do things for her, and you're not just a lazy parent.

And let her know that she is loved unconditionally and that she can come to you for anything! But don't be too much of a friend, you still need to be her parent too!

Good Luck!

Answer 3

Be prepared for many sleepless nights.

Answer 4

Give her lots of attention cuz they grow up way too fast.

Answer 5

I'd say the best thing I've learnt is to trust yourself and your instincts. If something seems wrong, it probably is wrong. You know your baby better than anyone else.

Also, try to establish a good support system. Goodness knows we all need help with a little one, even if it is just to talk when you're feeling down.

And lastly, rest as much as possible. Actually, why are you out of bed now? Go get some sleep immediately!!!!!

Answer 6

Yes, sleep when she sleeps. You need to get rest. I was stupid and tried doing all the house chores and more and then and I would just be exhausted by the time she would wake up again. You need to make sure you get some rest! Congratulations and that is a lovely name!

Answer 7

prepare no sleep stress  and many time comsuning things

Answer 8

sleep when your baby sleeps--those dishes can wait, the laundry can to. and, accept help when it is offered, even if someone vacuums or mops your floors--take them up on it. and, buy paper plates and plastic cups--less dishes that way. and congrats on a pretty baby girl. love her name to!

Answer 9

Whe you start to feel totally and utterly helpless, and bub is screaming and you are soooooo amazingly tired (lol) remember, everything is a phase... Whatever is her newest little taunt or trick on you, it will pass... ;)

DOnt be hesitant to just lay down with her and snuggle her... The more love the better and more outgoing and stable she will be...

Good luck. xx

Answer 10

Love the photo of your wee one  - just had to say to you - all the very best - love her - look after yourself - persevere with breastfeeding if that's how you are feeding her - the rewards for you both will be tremendous - trust yourself and your own instincts -I write a website called Consistent Parenting Advice becos I believe being consistent is the way to create a happy family - if you are consistent with yourself then you will be with Hayden too and you will reap the benefits.

All the very best...

Answer 11

Many sleepless nights ahead for you, try to not get to stressed due to lack of sleep if your feeling frustrated bub will sense it and become more unsettled.

Enjoy the first few months before teething starts because when it does you will get even less sleep and more screaming baby.

Don't freak out at every little thing, even though babies are small and vunrable you can't really do too much wrong.

Trust yourself and use your mothers intuition.

If baby is screaming and you have gone through the routine of feeding,burping,changing and cuddling then try a warm bath with johnsons lavander bedtime bath....it's a lifesaver!

Most importantly for bub to be well taken care of you need to take care of yourself, when baby sleeps dont worry about the housework and laundry have a nap aswell and once in a while have a 'me day' where you get out and have time to yourself without bub.

Answer 12

Well you really care for your child i think as you have asked this question here.

for you is..

now you are mom so take care of your child.

every child in this world comes with special thiings. a brilliant mind and a great body. so try making him as you want her to be. keep her away from bad children when she grows up. keep her like a flower.

girls (female gender) are very soft and are like flowers.

take good care.

as you are mom and she needs you trying keeping yourself healthy. play with her as she feels lonly.

kids catch things in their minds like magnet so dont let her feel that she is lonely.

that's it from me.

best of luck. May God Give Her A Long And Happy Life.

Answer 13

Dont become too over protective

Answer 14

If you are breastfeeding, try and stick with it as long as possible. Contact your lactation service from the hospital, or call La Leche League if you ever have questions. I worked closely with lactation the first 3 weeks b/c my daughter had trouble latching and it was painful. Lactation services were patient and helpful and always made me feel better about my concerns. Also, don't be afraid to take your daughter outside. If my 7 week old is every fussy, I walk outside with her and she instantly gets calm and quiet. Must be all the new sights, sounds, and smells!

Answer 15

My little brother's name is Hayden too!!!!  Good name choice!  The best advise I can give you is to love her with all your heart and soul and remember that all babies are different so don't expect her to do things just because other babies do!  Congrats!!!

Answer 16

CONGRATS!!!!!! The best advice I could give is don't give up on Breastfeeding, Sleep when your baby sleeps, and take lots of pictures that is the one thing I regret my son is now 13 months old and I have barely any pics of him from when he was 2-8 months.

Again... Congrats

Answer 17

Always follow your motherly instinct. Motherhood is instinctual. Things can get scary sometimes(like that fist time your baby runs a fever), but it will all just kinda come to you. There is always going to be somebody to tell you that you are doing things wrong because it's not the way they would do it. You can't please everybody just do what feels right for you and the baby. And most importantly cherish every single moment, give your little one lots of hugs and kisses and tell her everyday how much you love her. Take lots of pictures because they grow unbelievably fast. :)