Easing Colic in Babies

April 10th, 2011 Posted in Babies
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Colic in babies is one of the things that parents should know about. They may be able to deal with it properly at the same time ease the suffering of their babies. Colic is a form of stomach ache that usually occurs after eating. Babies may cry their lungs out for hours nonstop. Parents at times may get irritated especially if they know that their babies are full and they have changed their diapers. Most of the time, this happens especially late in the afternoon or in the early evening. However, there are some cases when colic in babies may happen even during daytime.

Parents especially mothers may check some signs if they suspect colic in babies. They will have to see if the stomach of their babies are swollen or are enlarged. They may also observe that one of the legs may be bent while the other stays straight out. The babies may be clenching their hands very tight because of the pain they are feeling. Parents may feel that the toes of their babies are cold as well. Colic in babies may not be common to all and the severity of the pain may vary. Though there are no known causes yet of colic in babies, experts point out to genetic factors.

Parents may ease colic in babies by being observant. They may also avoid over feeding their babies especially if they observe some predisposition towards being colicky. Mothers should avoid giving foods that may cause colic in babies.  These may include those that contain much sugar as well as with fruit juices that cause the stomach to have some gas. Mothers may also take note of what they are eating as they may be passing it to their babies through breastfeeding. It is also best to avoid strong emotions because it can also affect the infant.

Parents will have to know how to ease colic in babies. There is no cure for it so parents will simply have to help their babies. They may try comforting the babies by rubbing or patting their backs. They may also use some products that ease the discomfort of their babies. However, parents need to make sure that they are safe for their babies. Parents need to be calm and not to be too emotional. Their reaction to what is happening to their babies may worsen what their babies feel. Parents have to read and know more about colic in babies. Nonstop crying in babies may mean that they really feel very ill. Parents need to be sensitive to recognize their babies’ problems especially those that are brought about by colic in babies.

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Treating Baby Diaper Rash

April 4th, 2011 Posted in Babies
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Most babies if not all may experience baby diaper rash. Most mothers may fret about this problem with their babies’ bottoms. They would rather have the soft smooth skin of their babies maintained than seeing the unsightly read spots or marks. Mothers also know that their babies feel uncomfortable with these diaper rashes. Most often mothers consider baby diaper rashes as abnormal. They may think that their babies have some allergies or infections. However, mothers should understand that a baby diaper rash may just be normal and part of being babies. They may have to deal with it the proper way to ease the discomfort of their babies.

Baby diaper rash may result from a combination of factors. The skin of babies is very delicate and very sensitive. When they are on diapers, their urine and their stools stay for a few minutes or at times for longer periods. Their skin gets damaged because of the rubbing of the diaper material against it. This condition worsens especially when they pee and soil their diapers. The result would be baby diaper rash. Mothers can do something to lessen the occurrence of this problem. Some babies though are less sensitive to baby diaper rash but mothers may still observe some precautionary measures to prevent it.

Mothers may start by changing the diapers as often as possible. They may do it every two hours if the diaper is not soiled. The changing routine may be spaced longer as babies tend to make pee less as they grow. Mothers should also check on their babies’ diapers. They will have to change it immediately if they are soiled. Mothers will have to try different brands and the most suitable for their babies. Cloth diapers may be better but they should be washed and rinsed with some vinegar. This will remove any alkaline irritants that may be present. This will help prevent baby diaper rash to happen.

Mothers must clean their babies very well after they have made pee or some stool. They may use regular unscented wipes or simply wash them with water. They may also apply some cream or ointments after cleaning and drying their bottoms. Though mothers may do all of these, there are times when rashes just simply come back. Sometimes, mothers would have to leave their babies without diapers for a few minutes to let it dry very well especially after washing. There are different types of rashes and they may not be that serious. However, mothers may consult with their doctors if they are not able to treat the baby diaper rash on their own.

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Baby Bath Time

April 1st, 2011 Posted in Babies
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First time parents may feel a little scared in handling their baby bath time. However, this should be one of the most exciting and wonderful experience for parents to do. Parents especially mothers should relax and enjoy the moments. They only have to know how they will hold their babies properly. In time, they will gain more experience and be better at it. The first thing that parents should do is to prepare all the things that are needed during baby bath time.

Parents may prepare the following things:

  • A small bowl of warm water
  • Clean cotton balls
  • A soft sponge
  • Mild baby soap
  • Clean and dry towel
  • Thermometer
  • Fresh and clean baby clothes
  • Warm baby blanket

The first thing that parents will have to do is to clean their babies’ faces. They can dip some cotton balls into the warm water and then gently clean the surface of the skin. There is no need for soap as it may just irritate the skin of newborn babies. They may also clean the eyes by lightly dabbing each with the cotton balls or some soft cloth. Mothers may also gently clean the mucous out from their babies’ nostrils.

Parents may prepare their babies’ tub by putting enough water of about 5 inches only. They may add more water to the tub as their babies grow. It is important to check on the room temperature so that their babies may not feel so cold when undressed. They may need at least 37 ° C for the room as well as for the water temperature. Parents will have to clean their babies first before their baby bath time if they have soiled their diapers. They may also be ready as their babies can make pee the moment they feel the water in the tub. They have to use some old towels or some piece of cloth for them to pee on.

When everything has been set for baby bath time, parents may now undress their babies. They will have to use one hand as a support for the neck and the head of their babies while they wash them in the tub. Parents have to be careful so that their babies will not slip away from their grip. They should firmly hold their babies but they have to see to it that they are not hurting them as well.

Parents may now proceed with bathing their babies from the head to the toes. They can make use of some sponge to soap their babies from front to their backs too. They may wash their babies’ genitals gently and rinse them very well. They will have to wrap their babies on clean dry towels as soon as they lift them up from the tub.  Parents may opt to use some mild lotion to keep their skin from being dry. They will have to dress their babies quickly and wrap them in warm blanket. Parents must see to it that they do not take too long in washing their babies. Baby bath time is a great bonding time for both parents and babies.

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