Bringing your newborn home to your much-loved pets can be scary for a lot of parents. However, pets provide a great way to teach your child about soft touch and being gentle. Here are some tips to keep in mind: Before you bring your baby home, bring the baby’s hat or blanket home so the […]
Every parent wants to keep his or her child safe. Consider the following before placing your child in a car seat: Do you have the right car seat for your child’s age Is the car seat installed properly in the car? Is the seat rear or front facing? The seat should be rear facing as […]
Do you need to sterilize bottles? No, but many parents feel more comfortable sterilizing a brand new bottle. To Sterilize: Dip new bottle in boiling water for 10 seconds After initial sterilization, bottles can be washed with warm soap water
Many babies are soothed and comforted by a pacifier. If you are a breastfeeding mom, you’ll want to wait until breastfeeding is well established before giving your baby a pacifier. This is usually around 2-3 weeks of age. Pacifiers can be used: When taking baby for a walk For a quiet dinner To provide the […]
Tummy time should begin around 1 month of age. Tummy time is important because it increases strength in the neck and arms, and improves head control. Starting tummy time in short intervals will help your baby get used to it. Tips to make tummy time easier: Prop arms up on pillow but make sure your […]