Articles about pregnancy and motherhood
Most common at that age is 3-5hrs, but 7— 9 is fine and common too. Just make sure they’re getting big milk feeds every 2-4hrs, but preferably 3hrs during the day. And that the day time naps are plenty, so they’re not sleeping so long from exhaustion, with the total sleep in a 24hr period …
Your baby will get a small amount of radiation exposure just by being held by you until the radioactive tracer leaves your body. If possible, do not hold your baby for long periods of time for the first 6 hours after your nuclear medicine test. How long are you radioactive after a HIDA scan? In …
Breast engorgement can happen if: your baby is not feeding and attaching well and your breasts aren’t drained well during a feed. you are making more milk than your baby needs. your baby misses a feed or is feeding infrequently. How can I help my baby with engorged breasts? Gently massage your breast in circular …
Does Boppy Pillow help baby sit up? Parents can help by providing support. The Boppy® Classic Pillow can be used to prop up your little one until he can fully sit up on his own. It also allows babies to practice sitting up and encourages muscle growth. How do you prop a baby in a …
What are the signs of iron deficiency in babies? What are the signs and symptoms of iron deficiency in children? Pale skin. Fatigue. Cold hands and feet. Slowed growth and development. Poor appetite. Abnormally rapid breathing. Behavioral problems. Frequent infections. How can I raise my child’s iron level? How Can I Help My Child Get …
What type of stroller is safe for a newborn? If you plan to use a stroller for your newborn, make sure that the stroller reclines — since newborns can’t sit up or hold up their heads. Some strollers fully recline or can be used with a bassinet attachment or an infant-only car seat. When can …
Since you ovulate about two weeks into your cycle, conception happens around the time you’re two weeks pregnant – which means pregnancy starts before you’ve conceived. How many weeks pregnant are you 2 weeks after conception? We know it sounds totally weird, but it’s more accurate for doctors to estimate a due date this way. …
Which week does the baby grow the most? Week 31: Baby’s rapid weight gain begins Thirty-one weeks into your pregnancy, or 29 weeks after conception, your baby has finished most of his or her major development. During what month does the baby grow the fastest? First trimester (first day of LMP to 13 weeks and …
Yes, but make sure they’re fully cooked or pasteurized. Raw or undercooked eggs can carry disease-causing organisms like Salmonella bacteria, which can cause food poisoning. Because pregnancy temporarily weakens the immune system, pregnant women are particularly vulnerable to foodborne illness. Can I have runny eggs while pregnant? Yes, you can eat runny eggs when pregnant. …
Many guests who attend baby sprinkles opt to bring a gift — but what you offer is totally up to you. If you’re not able to make it, it’s up to you whether or not you send a gift. Either way, it’s a good idea to RSVP so that the host can prepare for the …