What do I need to know about my first baby?
20 things you need to know about your newborn
- He looks a bit funny.
- The first poo will surprise you.
- He will be hungry.
- He won’t sleep through the night.
- He can’t see very far.
- You don’t have to bath him every day.
- Always go fragrance-free.
- He is noisy!
How do you take care of a newborn baby?
Handling a Newborn
- Wash your hands (or use a hand sanitizer) before handling your baby.
- Support your baby’s head and neck.
- Never shake your newborn, whether in play or in frustration.
- Make sure your baby is securely fastened into the carrier, stroller, or car seat.
What happens the first few days with a newborn?
Your newborn will cry, sleep, and at times will look directly into your eyes. Although the vision is blurry, your baby can best see something (such as your face) that is about 8 to 15 inches away. Your baby will grab onto your finger if you place it in his or her palm. And of course, your baby will want to eat.
Can newborn babies dream?
From what we know about the sleep cycles of newborns, it seems that if they’re actively dreaming, they could be dreaming the most during the first two weeks of life. This is because of their sleep time spent in rapid eye movement (REM). The REM stage is when the body is completely relaxed and the brain is active.
Should Naps be in the dark?
Sleep is controlled by melatonin, the neurotransmitter that helps babies get to sleep and stay asleep. Even during the day babies should sleep in a dark room. When they’re awake it’s important to expose them to daylight to set their circadian rhythm.
What are the care needs of an infant?
Children have certain basic needs in common that must be provided for to ensure their optimal development and well being; warmth and affection, a sense of accomplishment, encouragement, a sense of responsibility, and a chance to learn and explore their environment.
How parents take care of their child?
Being a good parent means you need to teach your child the moral in what is right and what is wrong. Setting limits and being consistent are the keys to good discipline. Be kind and firm when enforcing those rules. Focus on the reason behind the child’s behavior.
Do babies cry after C section?
Most babies born via elective caesarean section breathe and cry vigorously at birth. If baby is breathing well, you might be able to have skin-to-skin contact before baby goes to a special warming station to be dried and checked. Sometimes baby’s breathing will be checked before baby is handed back for you to hold.