I really hope that all of you can find a love this pure, this deep and this real. Someone who makes you feel blessed to be alive.
He is nothing short of amazing.
Forever and ever, my heart will be yours.
Till the sun ceases shining, the wind ceases blowing.
Breathe on me, cry on me, crush me, love me.
I hate how people can be so selfish sometimes. It's just, baffling, the way some people put themselves before others or... how they only think about themselves.
It's not all about YOU YOU YOU, you know.
Follow these do's and don'ts from first Candle and Halo Innovations to reduce your baby's risk of accidental infant dealth or Sudden infant Death Syndrome (SIDS). Cut this list out and leave it for caregivers, like grandma or the nanny. Or go to halosleep.com to download and print a door hanger with these tips.
* Always place babies on their backs to sleep
* Do not fall asleep with a baby in an adult bed or on a sofa. Babies are safest in their own cribs or bassinets placed near your bed for the first six months.
* Do not smoke while you are pregnant, and do not expose babies to second-hand smoke after they are born.
* Use a safety-approved crib or bassinet with a firm, tight-fitting mattress.
* Do not place babies to sleep on soft surfaces like adult beds, sofas, waterbeds, blankets, quilts, or sheepkins.
* Do not use loose blankets in a baby's crib. Keep babies warm and safe with a wearable blanket or another type of sleeper.
* Remove all soft bedding and other soft items from the crib (including soft or pillow-like bumpers).
* Take care not to overheat baby with too much clothing or too warm of a room.
* Use a pacifier at nap and nighttime for the first year. For breastfed infants, delay use until 1month of age to ensure establishment of breastfeeding.
I've read that formula-fed babies are more at risk for obesity. Is that true?
That depends on whom you ask. "Theres a possible link between breast milk protecting against obesity," But other experts disagree with that theory. To minimize the risk of overweight or obesity, make sure you don't overfeed with formula. It might be tempting to make sure your infant finishes a bottle but if you're baby doesn't want to drink it all, give her less. Also, be careful not to mix in too much powder or add too little water to concentrated liquid formula.
I've heard that certain types of plastic bottles are dangerous--what's the real story?
"In general, it appears that the risk of harm from leaching is very small,"but any parent who is concerned can try to choose those that do not contain polycarbonate/bisphenol A (Avoid #7 on the bottom of the bottle)." Alternative bottle materials include glass, non-polycarbonate or opaque plastic (which is soft), and disposable plastic with replaceable plastic liners.
Is it bad to heat it up in a microwave?
Yes. It may seem to save time but you could accidentally burn your baby's mouth. "The problem is that even though what you feel when you put a little out on your wrist is OK to you, microwaves heat unevenly. There may be a little spot that is scorching and you don't know it. Instead, fill a large coffee mug with a little water, heat that in the microwave, then set the bottle into the coffee mug so the water sorrounds it. "That will heat the bottle up quickly and evenly."
My baby spits up a lot after feeding - what's going on?
All babies spit up somewhat because they don't have the sphincter muscle control to keep milk or formula down in their small tummies. Spitting up excessively might also mean that a baby has been fed too much or has gas. Spit up tends to subside gradually as babies develop and learn to sit up on their own.
Keep your baby nourished and full with formula take more than sticking the bottle in their mouth.
* mix and wait: Let powdered formula sit for a minute after mixing. That way, you allow gas bubbles up, minimizing the amount of air baby's belly.
* get in position: To make sure your baby is getting mostly milk and not air, angle the bottle downwards. The nipple should be filled with formula during the entire feeding session. Otherwise, air bubbles may get trapped under the formula in her tummy,"If baby swallows less air, she has less to burp or spit up,"
* keep baby's head high: Newborns dont have the ability to keep food down on their own. To lessen spit up, make sure your infant is upright, with her head higher than her stomach, during feedings.
* burp: Your baby can't tell you when she has gas. And some babies are naturally better at burping than others. During a feeding, take a break every few minutes to allow your baby to burp. Walker offers this alternative to patting baby on the back: Sit your baby on your lap, one hand resting with the pinky just below the rib cage and the other hand on the lower back, Move the second hand up the back, gently rubbing and squeezing as you go all the way to the shoulders. Also, try gently lying your baby down and sitting her back up. The combination of methods should produce good burps.
Q. Since getting pregnant, my sense of smell has gone haywire- even my husband stinks. Why does this happens and when will it go away?
A. As many as 75 percent of pregnant women experience increased sensitivity to smells. This change occurs both at the nerves in the nose that sense the odors and at the part of the brain that interprets the smells. Scents that were once considered pleasant, like cooking meat, brewing coffee, and even your own perfume may become nauseating during pregnancy. Previously unnoticed smells, such as minimal body odor, may become pronounced and objectionable. The reasons for these changes to the sense of smell are unknown, but may have to do with pregnant women's biological need to avoid harmful foods. Your sense of smell may become less sensitive in the second half of pregnancy and it should return to normal after delivery.
Q. I'm experiencing intense nighttime leg cramps to the point that i'm having trouble sleeping. Is there anything I can do?
A. Pregnancy changes your weight, as well as your posture and center of gravity. This puts additional stress on your leg muscles, which can result in leg pain or spasms. There's more blood in your veins and tissues now, too, and that can also cause leg pain. In addition, pregnancy can alter the curve of your back, which may put pressure on the sciatic nerve and spark a shooting pain down the back of your leg. Luckily, there are a few remedies you can try. To avoid leg cramps, stretch your calf muscles before going to bed , walk 20 minutes a day and take a warm bath in the evening to relax your muscles. If your legs are swollen, elevating them can help relieve cramps. When you get a cramp, you may be able to work away the muscle pain by straightening your leg, pushing down with your heel and gently pointing the toes upward. You can also try massaging the muscle or warming it with a heating pad. Be sure to mention your symptoms at your next doctor appointment, especially ones that persist after delivery; you could have Restless Legs Syndrome.
Q. Now that I'm not getting nauseous anymore, I'm craving my daily mocha. Can i have it?
A. Many doctors and midwives will allow their pregnant patients to enjoy their favorite caffeinated drinks- In moderation. Most ob/gyns feel that small amounts, under 300 milligrams a day, won't harm a growing fetus. The biggest and best studies done on this subject show that miscarriage risk is not increased by 300 milligrams or less of caffeine. However, greater caffeine amounts may slightly increase the risk of have a small baby- and that risk could be higher in a baby who's already at risk for growth problems or a premature delivery. To make sure your total intake stays, add up the caffeine from the tea, sodas, chocolate, and coffee you. consume each day, including coffee yogurt and ice cream. Avoid energy drinks; though even the most potent ones have only slightly more caffeine than regular coffee. these beverages contain other supplements you may be better off avoiding. And while caffeine can wake you up, it can also cause heartburn, insomnia, headaches, and more frequent urination. Be sure to drink lots of non-caffeinated liquids to avoid dehydration- and consider switching to decaf. here is a rough guide to caffeine amounts.
*Chocolate, 1oz = 5 to 20mg.
*Hot chocolate, 8oz = 5mg.
*Softdrinks, 12oz = 23 to 56mg.
*Bottled iced tea, 16oz = 15 to 40mg.
*Green tea, 8oz = 30mg.
*Brewed tea, 8oz = 35 to 70mg.
*Brewed coffee, 8oz = 135mg.
*Espresso, 1oz = 30 to 50mg.
Q. What if you have a flat nipples? what can you do?
A. You're definitely not alone on this one. The good news is that women with flat nipples are not doomed to fail at breastfeeding. There are lots of strategies you can try to get baby to latch on successfully. While you're still pregnant, prepare your nipples for nursing. I just suggests rolling your nipples between your thumb and fingers each day as you finish your shower bath. Avoid applying soap directly to nipples, which will dry them out. "Gentle stimulation by your partner can also be helpful". Once your baby is born, remove your top and hold your baby, unbundled, close to you. "The really important thing for you to do is make sure that you have uninterrupted skin-to-skin contact with your baby after the birth, This allows the baby to get familiar with the territory and stimulate your breasts naturally so colostrum, early breast milk, will flow and the nipple will protrude. Lie almost flat, with pillows under your head only to allow the baby to latch while laying on your chest. Most important, dont give up. Many women have many challenges breastfeeding at the first but most do overcome them.
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