10-12 months Content

📖 Most viewed content

What if your baby falls?

Oops did your baby just fall off a chair? Let's go check them out if there is any serious injury!What should you do when your baby just falls off?👶The baby looks okay to youThe moment your baby falls off gives you an adrenaline rush.🏃‍♀️ You run as fast as you can to your baby to make sure that your child doesn't have any serious wounds.If the baby looks okay, probably the fall doesn't cause serious injury or break some bones.🦴 You still need to continue observing your baby for the next 24 hours to see if any symptoms develop. 👶The baby feels uncomfortableIf your baby is crying out loud, probably they must have gotten hurt or they are irritable because of the fall.😭 The best decision is to take them to the doctor to get checked out thoroughly. It's not necessary to keep the child awake although it's better to monitor their health when they are still active.🤾‍♀️ What is dangerous is that they probably fall on their head, feel dizzy and want to sleep but can't easily wake up. If they sleep, you should wake them after two hours to see if the child is still alert.💤Stay calm to identify serious signs👶Simple signsYou can't help feeling anxious when you see your child crying nonstop.😭 If the baby just has a light bump, their tears come from pain or fright and will not last longer than 10 minutes. 👶Serious signsConstant headache or dizziness can be the result of a serious hit.🤕 Your baby might be extremely irritable and cry incessantly. More severely, you may see them excessively sleepy and have a difficult time waking up. The baby might vomit after a strong hit on their head.🤮Treatment for your baby👶Treatment at homeIf you have successfully ruled out serious injury, you can treat your baby's mild bump at home. Wrap an ice pack🧊 in a thin towel or diaper and hold it onto the bump for fifteen or twenty minutes. You can nurse them or say something sweet to your little one to soothe them and distract them from the pain.😀If your baby is constantly in pain, you can give them the appropriate amount of acetaminophen or ibuprofen.💊 Avoid aspirin because it can cause a rare but serious condition called Reye's syndrome.👶Call the ER!If your child experiences loss of consciousness, unresponsiveness, non stop bleeding, you have to call for an emergency.🚑 Any signs of a fractured bone, a concussion, inability to walk steadily or talk, prolonged screaming indicate your baby can be in danger. You have to talk to their doctor immediately and take the baby to the emergency room.👩‍⚕️

Why does my baby stiffen their legs and arms?

When you pick up your baby from the crib🛏️, you might have noticed their hands and legs got stiffened! This is normal! It usually happens when your little one gets too excited or frustrated👶, and her muscle gets tightened up. However, rarely there are some other cases that can indicate a problem!What is hypertonia?It is considered hypertonia when a baby's muscles get stiff and hard to move because of damage to the brain or spinal cord that controls muscle movements🧍. Babies with hypertonia move in different ways because their range of motion is limited. Walking, balancing, grabbing, and letting go of objects could be difficult for them.There are two types of hypertonia, which are Spastic and Dystonic. Spastic hypertonia is when muscle spasms when a baby moves. On the other hand, when a baby is with Dystonic hypertonia, their muscle tone stays the same whether the baby is moving or still. In order to figure out which hypertonia the baby has, doctors will move a baby's muscles in different directions at various speeds🚶.Why does it happen? Any symptoms I should be aware of?To move muscles, we send signals from the nervous system travel to the nerves. However, if the brain🧠 or spinal cord is injured, those signals can't reach the nerves, which causes hypertonia! This could happen when a baby had a lack of oxygen during birth. If his/her brain is injured or has a tumor, could cause hypertonia as well.A baby with hypertonia generally shows trouble moving her joints in the arms, legs or neck. Their range of motion👋 gets limited, and they fall often because they lose their balance. If a baby has severe hypertonia, he can't move the affected body part much because his joint freeze in place, which is called a contracture. Other reasons why your baby may stiffen their bodyThere are a few other possible medical reasons🏥 for a baby to stiffen their body. Other medical conditions related to brain damage, such as infantile spasms, cerebral palsy, seizures, and epilepsy can cause this symptom as well. Occasional muscle stiffening isn't something to worry about. But if you feel suspicious too often, you should contact a doctor for a check-up and start a diagnosis and treatment👩‍⚕️.

Tips for Positive Parenting

The definition of positive parenting varies but the core idea can be summed up to warm, positive family interactions and guidelines!Tips for positive parenting👪Get inside your child's headAlthough on the outside your child's behaviors look unjustified and irrational, they are motivated by legitimate needs.🧸 If you can get inside their heads, you can address their needs. Always keep in mind that they are still developing and give them the benefit of the doubt.😎👪Empathetic, supportive and constructiveYou don't have to agree with your child's demands all the time. Instead, the goal is to be the kind of arbitrator and mentor you would want for yourself and your baby.😀Your kid would love a parent who is prepared to listen to their side of the story and reassure them that they are being heard.💖 They know that they will get a fair-minded and sympathetic hearing. You are the one who will reason with them, use encouragement and humor to steer them away from negative emotions while introducing solutions.🥰👪The art of distractionIf you notice that your baby has gotten hold of a forbidden object, you just camly remove it and show your child something else. Look at these colorful toys!🪅 Your child might be attracted to them immediately when you find them more interesting. Distraction is useful for old kids too. When your child is overwhelmed by feelings of outrage and confinement, they don't know how to stop but they can divert their focus into something else.👀👪Humor and playfulnessJokes and silliness are considered excellent distractions.😚 Your kid might feel more excited and motivated if you make requests with humor and transform work into play.👪Make sure that most of your interactions are positiveKids are mirrors, reflecting images of what happens around them.🪞 Positive social interactions create more trusting family relationships and motivate kids to be cooperative.More tips for positive parenting👪Validate your kid's reasonsIt's important that you don't expect your kids to read your mind.😊 Two-way conversations are much more beneficial when you don't just recite the rules but rather to explain the rationale of the rules and undertake your baby's questions and concerns.👪Try to say yes as much as possible'No' can be viewed as a negative word that fuels resentment and resistance since your kid is not yet able to understand how to learn from negative feedback. Parental criticism can also trigger feelings of hopelessness.😞 Hence, you should either suggest alternatives and help the kid accept different options. 👪Catch children at being goodIt's crucial that you give praise at the right moment.😘 Children may respond to rewards and compliments more readily than punishments. After your kid finishes homework, let's offer simple praise 'well done!' for the kid's good behavior.👪Be a good mentorTalking with your child about their feelings and discussing helpful strategies for handling difficult emotions indicate your respect for your kid and your willingness to offer sympathetic hearing.👂 You also provide your little one with concrete support and assurance that no matter what, mommy is right here!

Parenting stress

That nervous feeling when you're about to meet your baby for the first time is engraved in your heart.💓 You just look at them in awe every time and gain strength to become the best parents for them. But you can't avoid stress along the way…Parenting stress👪What is parenting stress?Parenting stress is the distress when you feel you can't cope as a parent.😞 After pregnancy, expectations and demands placed on you are so high that you seem to run out of resources and strength to meet them. 👪What causes parenting stress?The causation varies depending on each family. Stress can originate from poor economic status, inadequate support system, and exposure to hostility.⚔️ Anything that makes you worry about your ability to protect your child and thrive can contribute to parenting stress.🙁Ways to cope with parenting stress👪Reach out for supportParenting is a lot easier if you have your supporters on your side.👪 Contact your friends, family members and especially your partner to share your feelings. You can always count on their support for emotional support, financial aid💰 and childcare help.If you don't live near friends or relatives, you can look for local parenting cooperatives, online communities and trained therapis‍ts.😀 Enrolling in parenting classes can be helpful too as you can seek new friends, reduce your feelings of guilt and stress while gaining more knowledge.👪Avoid unnecessary exposure to signals that drag you downAfter a very brief exposure to negative emotional content, it's natural that you pay attention more to upsetting images, replay bad memories and worry about the future. Such thoughts keep circulating in your head, causing more anxiety and gloom.😥Overdosing on bad news spikes up your stress levels, undermines yourself and hurts you gradually. Instead, try to put yourself together, think constructively, think brightly.🤔 Everything will be just fine and you can do it! 👪Focus on the goodYou can induce good moods by downloading happy memories into your head. Do you remember when your little one just took the first step or called your name for the first time? When you return home from work, remember how you feel when you see your child's smiles and hugs.🤗Reflect on good memories and read jokes, uplifting stories to make you feel better. Focusing on acts of kindness and positive messages will help you decrease stress responses.😀👪Re-appraise the situationWe often think that we are good at predicting things if we have a plan. Actually, we are pretty bad at anticipating future discomforts. Sometimes, stressful things just occur along the way.😞When bad things happen, you may find a coping strategy when you reconsider the situation from a new angle. Stop dwelling too much on your personal emotional reactions, try to view the problem with more objectivity.💪

Why homemade baby's formula isn't safe

Mmm, mmm, good😋! We love homemade food! They are delicious, healthy, and nutritious!Wait, then would homemade baby formula be better than the ones in the shops🤔? The answer is NO! If you wonder, here's why:What is in baby formula?Have you ever wondered what is that white powder made of? Basically, baby formula is made to replicate human breast milk as much as possible🥛. The biggest difference between formula and breastmilk is that the latter is a living composition while the formula is inert.Purified cow's milk is the most commonly used ingredient for baby formula. Formula made with soy milk or oat milk is often seen as well. A blend of vegetable oils is used as a fat source🫛, and lactose as a carbohydrate source. Ingredients for vitamin and mineral mix depend on the manufacturer.Making my own baby formula at home! Is it possible?According to the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), making baby formula at home is not safe🙅. Why is that? It's because infants need very specific nutrition in order to grow and it's very hard to meet all the needs at home. Commercially manufactured formulas, however, are designed to contain protein, carbohydrates, fats, vitamins, and minerals well balanced.Also, you'll be using commercial goods as ingredients to make baby formula at home🏠 - for example, raw milk. Commercials refine those ingredients to be suitable for infants, but we can't do that at home! What should I do if I can't find baby formula around?Middle of the night🌃, no formula, no shops open, and your baby is crying from hunger! Many of us have already dealt with, or can face this situation!If there's no way to get the baby formula, try calling your pediatrician or nearby clinic for help. They might have an emergency formula supply to help you👨‍⚕️. If they don't have it stocked, they can recommend you other ways to fill your little one's hunger. If your baby is approaching age 1, you might consider feeding whole cow's milk or soy milk as the very last option. It would be a better option than giving her homemade or diluted formula! To ensure safety, ask your pediatrician for guidance in advance if your baby is good to drink these as an alternative!

👉 10-12 months content list

Attachment parenting

Parenting isn't one-size-fit-alls. You might feel a lot of pressure to pick one style of parenting, in reality, the act of parenting is a true journey, not a set of required practices. You're welcome to take your time to figure it out.😀Attachment parenting👪Definition of attachment parenting?Attachment parenting is not all about a frenetic attempt to deliver the fastest responses when your baby sends a signal. It's actually about finding a balance between parents' lives and childcare duties.⚖️The ancestral implication that mothers are designed to devote themselves to child-rearing to the point that they can't have a private life is out-dated.⚠️ Something is wrong if you and your baby cannot enjoy the parenting journey. What it truly means is attending to your child's cues and taking action accordingly that suits both you and your baby.🥰👪Common practices of attachment parentingIf you choose attachment parenting, you may find yourself frequently holding your baby, breastfeeding🤱 whenever your little one cries even in the middle of the night.🌙 You become sensitive and responsive to your child's emotions. You decide to co-sleep with your baby to monitor them better.Benefits of attachment parenting👪Secure bondsUnlike unresponsive and more controlling parents, sensitive mothers tend to pay attention more to the child's interests and needs.👂 The quality of communication between you and your child indicates more secure attachment relationships.👪Promote independenceInfants are less likely to develop fearful tendencies if they know that you are always there by their side.👩‍👦 They show a greater level of positive mood, more constructive coping and better regulation of emotion on their own. 👪Help children cope with stressSkin-to-skin contacts and co-sleeping can help your baby develop a healthy stress response system, improved sleep patterns and better cognitive control.🧠 Once the kid receives warm and sensitive parenting, they are protected from brain-shrinking stress and autoimmune disorders.👪Fewer behavior problemsSecurely - attached children are less likely to develop behavior problems since they develop better cognitive flexibility and perspective taking-skills.🤗 Moreover, if they are engaged in mutually responsive, positive reactions with you, it is more likely that they develop consciences and comply with adult instructions.😛

Skin rashes in babies and toddlers - Part 3

Phew, never knew there are so many viruses causing skin disease! Here is the last list of the skin rashes. Let's continue💪!✔️ChickenpoxYou might be familiar with Chickenpox! Chickenpox got its nickname because the bumps look like chickpeas🐤. Varicella-zoster virus is the cause of Chickenpox, and it spreads very easily to people who haven't had the disease or gotten the vaccine yet. A red, itchy rash starts out on the face and soon it spreads through the body. The blisters are very itchy, and the virus also brings fever and headache.✔️RingwormIf you have a dog or cat living at your house🐕, you are probably familiar with Ringworm disease. Ringworm is a fungal infection that forms red patches that grow ring-like round shapes. When a fungus lives on the skin or scalp in a warm and moist environment, it grows out of control and develops Ringworm. It can also be transferred by contact with infected people or animals like cats or dogs. Luckily the infection is mild, but the rash could be itchy and uncomfortable. Using antifungal cream will soothe the infected area🧴. ✔️ImpetigoImpetigo is a bacterial skin infection. It makes red rashes and brown, crusty oozy sores😵. Often these marks start to form around the mouth and nose and spread to other vulnerable parts such as the diaper area. The bacteria easily spreads from contact with an infected person, and it is more active in humid, high-temperature conditions. Antibiotics are used for treatment.✔️MeaslesMeasles shows similar symptoms to a cold at first. After 4 to 5 days, pink rashes will start to develop all over the baby's body, and coughing will start. Baby's temperature can rise up to 104°F🤒! The symptoms last for 2 to 3 days and diminish in 7 to 10 days after the outbreak. However, if the baby gets bad Measles, it can lead to serious problems such as hearing loss, pneumonia, and swelling of the brain. Currently, The MMR vaccine is given to babies aged 12 to 15 months to protect against Measles. ✔️Scarlet fever Scarlet fever is when your little one gets a red rash all over the body because of strep throat. A high Fever of over 103°F develops all of a sudden, and sore throat, and headache follows. The baby's tongue changes abnormally as well. It gets coated with white and red, which somewhat looks like a strawberry🍓! The disease can be easily treated with antibiotics, but it can be dangerous to miss the timing, so you should act fast if you see any of these symptoms arises!🏃‍♀️✔️Lyme disease Lyme disease is transmitted through the bite of ticks🪲. Young children are exposed to Lyme disease because they are likely to play outside and spend time in woody and grassy areas, where ticks might bite. When the baby gets infected, a red rash starts to appear along with flu-like symptoms🤒. The disease easily goes away with antibiotics in the early stages. However, if it is left untreated, it can cause serious complications over time, so early treatment is important!

Raising multilingual and bilingual children

If you and your partner are able to speak more than one language, or if you are living in a bilingual environment🌎, there is no reason why you would choose to stick to a single language. Yes, we know it will not be as easy as it sounds🥲, but there are so many benefits worth trying out!Good for your child's developmentThere were numerous studies 📖 proving that being bilingual has many cognitive benefits, which will activate your child's brain better! It helps them to have better academic results, and later in their life, it gives your child more options for diverse and interesting career opportunities🤓. Also, your child will have a better connection with your family with enhanced emotional bonds, which will make everybody happy!How to: 👨‍👩‍👧Your family's optionsIf you and your partner both speak the same language at home and your family is living in, let's say an English-speaking community, speaking your language at home and English outside will help your child to learn faster. 👩‍🏫If you and your partner speak different languages, the easiest way for you and your partner is to speak each of your own languages to your child. Surprisingly, children accept both languages naturally and will use them at the proper moment!☀️In daily lifeIt is always a good idea to bring learning and playing together🪅. Find friends who speak the same language. Watch movies, play games, read stories, and sing songs in both languages so that your child can be exposed to both languages in everyday life. There are many books and apps that support bilingual education, so you might want to take a look at them as well!🤔Any disadvantages?Delayed language development They begin speaking 3 to 6 months later than monolingual children. Though there is no scientific evidence, this makes sense: a bilingual child has twice as many words to learn📚. Mixing languages Learning two languages at the same time can be very confusing. This can create a risk of the child not perfecting any of the two languages. But in most cases, the problems are only temporary😉.💕Raising multilingual requires efforts from parents!As your child gets older, they might be less willing to speak a language other than the language they use the most eventually - English in this case. They might start to respond in English even if you talk to them in your language🙄.Even so, you should keep using their languages so your child doesn't lose track of them. There are more challenges and requires more effort compared to raising monolingual children. But the effort you put in is well worth giving your child a skill that will take him far and help him achieve his goals in his future life💪!

The breastfeeding diet

'You are what you eat!' You've probably heard this phrase a lot. Then let's put this theory to breastfeeding - My breast milk should be what I eat😮! Is it really true? Here is a guide for how to get the right nutrition to produce a healthy meal for your little one! (But don't worry, it will be much easier than a pregnancy diet😉)What can I eat?Actually, the foods and drinks you intake don't directly affect the basic fat-protein-carb combo of breast milk. In fact, your body will take nutrients that are already stored to produce milk🍼. But that doesn't mean you shouldn't care about your diet! Your goal during nursing is to avoid depleting the body's store of nutrients.A nutritious diet for breast milk is not much different from the healthy diets we used to try before pregnancy. Protein, whole grains, vegetables and fruits, and high-fat foods are recommended to consume on a daily basis, along with calcium, iron, vitamin C and Omega-3s💊. Also, your breast milk changes the taste and smell depending on what you eat, and your little one will get introduced to a variety of different flavors!What should I be aware of?You should still be aware of too much caffeine, high-mercury fish, and some herbal teas or supplements that are not proven safe😿. Alcohol is a slightly different story. I understand how you've been waiting to have a sip of cold wine and beer after birth, and yes, you can drink alcohol while breastfeeding (yay😺!), but, there are a few things you should keep in mind before starting to drink. If possible, try to drink after nursing, or wait at least 2 hours before nursing to avoid alcohol affecting your milk. Also, heavy drinking may affect your baby, so moderate drinking is advised.How much water should I take?Drinking more water is always good. Especially in the weeks after birth and during the nursing period, water helps your body to recover and stimulate better. Technically you need to drink about 128 ounces of fluids a day🌊, but you get most of it covered by your meals during the day. (so you don't need to drink 16 glasses of water every day! phew) To make sure you are getting enough water, drinking a cup of water at every nursing session is the easiest way to track. Not drinking enough water won't affect your milk supply. However, your urine will get darker and scanter, and can set you up for health issues such as constipation and fatigue! So let's keep in mind to drink a fresh cup of water more often😉!

How to safely play with your baby

Are you and your partner fans of those joyful moments when you playfully toss your little bundle of joy in the air or even dare to flip her upside down💕? As much as we all love these adorable stunts, it's important to prioritize safety first and foremost👷! Birth to 6 monthsEarly interactions with your baby build a strong bond as they gaze, turn their head, and find comfort in your voice😌. Remember to give them space when they show signs of needing a break, and reconnect when they appear calm and engaged. As their vision develops🫣, they enjoy objects with vibrant colors and strong contrasts. Use colorful toys to enhance their exploration and stimulate their cognitive and sensory growth. Tummy-time is also vital for their development, strengthening muscles and boosting physical abilities and thinking skills. Enjoy this fun and beneficial activity!7 to 12 monthsAs your little one grows, they make big gains in learning. Language emerges, with babbling turning into words like "mama," "dada," and "baba" that they associate with mom, dad, and their bottle🍼. Their exploration expands as they transition from lying to sitting, eventually pulling themselves up and walking while holding onto furniture. Fine motor skills improve, enabling them to pick up small items, play with blocks, and search for hidden objects. They are becoming more curious and engaged in their surroundings. Encourage their development by providing safe exploration opportunities with toys like egg cartons, blocks, balls, and stacking toys. Make bath time enjoyable with squeeze toys, cups, and containers for splashing fun🧸. Remember to closely supervise your baby, especially near water. Foster their language skills by naming familiar and new objects, encouraging imitation, and engaging in conversations. Reading colorful books with large illustrations will captivate their attention and stimulate their imagination. Point to pictures, ask questions, and encourage your child to participate by pointing and answering. 1 to 3 yearsAs your baby grows, their learning and curiosity thrive🥸! Let's nurture their curiosity by giving them blocks, empty containers, and puzzles to play with. Pretend play is such a valuable way for toddlers to learn and grow, so make sure to provide them with plenty of simple and safe toys that allow them to imitate what you do.Reading time📖 with your toddlers is so important. Point out the pictures they're interested in, describe what you all see, and ask them questions to keep them engaged. Let's also sing catchy songs, recite fun rhymes, and create different rhythms using everyday items like tupperware, pots, and pans. It's a great way to have a blast together! It's also a great time to venture outdoors with your little ones and explore the world around you. Help them understand movement by encouraging activities like jumping, walking, and even trying to balance on one leg. Let the adventures begin!

How to dress a newborn baby for the weather

When it comes to keeping your little one safe and cozy in the outdoors🏞️, it's all about being one step ahead. Just remember, if you're feeling chilly, chances are your baby is feeling it too🧑‍🤝‍🧑. And if you're breaking a sweat, then you can bet your bottom dollar your baby is perspiring too (babies have their ways, you know!).Right temperature for a baby?No matter what's happening outside, we want to keep your baby in the temperature sweet spot between 98 and 100 degrees F. And guess what? The best way to measure that is through a rectal reading. Yep, we're going there! It's the most accurate method to check your baby's temperature🌡️. If it's not in that range, it might be time to play detective and look out for any signs of illness.For the nursery, aim for a cozy temperature of 68-72 degrees F. Preterm babies may need it warmer at 72 degrees F. Avoid the risk of SIDS by not letting it get too hot☀️ and prevent hypothermia by keeping it from getting too cold. Dress your sick baby in lighter, acrylic fabrics for comfort.Signs it's too hot or cold for the baby!If your baby is overheating, take off those layers and create a cool indoor space. If they don't cool down, consult your pediatrician or call 911 for expert advice👨‍⚕️. Safety comes first!On the other hand, if your baby seems too cold, watch for signs of lethargy or unresponsiveness. We don't want frostbite or hypothermia🙅! Look for pale gray areas or blisters on their skin. If you notice these signs, take action. Contact your doctor right away or call 911 if necessary. We prioritize the safety and comfort of our little ones.How to dress a newborn for warm or cool weatherEven when the weather is all mild and pleasant, we can't let our guard down, can we? That's where the trusty layer rule comes into play. Dress your adorable munchkin in as many layers as you need to feel comfortable, and then, here's the secret sauce, add just one more layer🧥. It's like wrapping them up in a cozy hug!Now, here's a pro-tip: keep your little one dry at all times. Even when the weather is just cool, wet or damp clothing can sneakily make your baby feel chilly. We don't want that, do we? So, keep an eye out for any moisture and ensure they stay nice and dry😌. Oh, and don't forget to be on top of those diaper checks when you're out and about. We don't want any surprise leaks!

Dengue fever in babies

Dengue fever?!What is Dengue?Dengue fever is an illness spread through an infected mosquito🦟. Risk rises especially if you live in or travel to tropical climate regions. This virus has an incubating period which is about 4 days to 2 weeks after being bitten by a mosquito. The virus usually lasts for no later than 7 days if the infection isn't serious. 🦠How can I protect my baby from it?Since the main infection route is bites from mosquitos, it is very important to protect yourself from mosquito bites. If you travel to or live in the area where the Dengue virus occurs, make to dress your baby in clothes that cover the whole body👖, such as long sleeves, long pants, and sock that covers the whole feet. The use of bug repellent and mosquito netting over the beds at night is also an effective way to avoid contact with mosquitos. Giving a bath to your baby every day will help as well since mosquitoes are attracted to the smell of sweat. How do I know if my baby has Dengue?High fever is the most common symptom of Dengue. Your baby's temperature can rise as high as 105°F (40°C)!😰Apparently fever from Dengue virus could be very painful so it is even called 'break-bone fever'. It doesn't actually break any bones, but it is as much painful as it feels like it is! Baby will get irritated and cry hard because they'll feel very uncomfortable😿. Nausea and vomiting are also very common signs of Dengue. If it gets worse, skin rash and unusual bleeding could happen. Symptoms of Dengue are very similar to other viruses so it is hard to diagnose without a doctor. The doctor will track your baby's travel histories, and send a blood sample for testing to examine.Oh no, my little one got Dengue!What should I do?Unfortunately, there aren't specific medications for treating Dengue fever💊. The fever and pain will go away within a week. For fever control (acetaminophen), give cool water and sponge bathsDehydration occurs when a person gets a high fever, so give your baby enough water and watch for signs of dehydration. 🚰How do I know if my baby is dehydrated?If the baby is dehydrated🥀, you'll notice him/her urinating less frequently than usual. There will be fewer or no tears when crying, and you'll see their lips and mouth getting dry. The baby's hands and feet will get cooler and discolored if it gets serious. If you see any of these signs, see your baby's pedestrian immediately!

What if your baby falls?

How to do pace bottle-feeding with your baby

Have you heard about pace bottle-feeding? It is a method of bottle-feeding that slows down the flow of milk or formula when nursing, so your baby can have control over the feeding pace. It works for both pumped milk and formula👯, and it's easy to try out!How to pace bottle-feedLearning how to pace bottle-feed isn't complicated! Hold your baby at a 45-degree angle, head and neck aligned. Rest her head in the crook of your arm, as you breastfeed her🤱. Put the nipple of the bottle in the baby's mouth, holding the bottle parallel to the ground. When you and your little partner are ready, slightly tilt the bottle upwards so that the liquid can't flow out too much at once.Now you guys are all set🙆. Let your baby sip for a bit, for about 20-30 seconds, and give a short break. Repeat this until she's full and doesn't want it anymore, generally taking 15 to 30 minutes. Follow your little boss' lead! Take a few more sessions until you and your baby get used to the method!Benefits of paced bottle-feeding🍼 Control the flow of eatingWith paced bottle-feeding, your baby can control the eating pace by himself, which prevents overeating🍽️. Since this method is mimicking the way of breastfeeding, it helps your baby from getting confused between the nipples of breastfeeding and bottle feeding. 🍼 Fewer eating problems These aren't all the advantages of paced bottle-feeding! Because she sips until satisfied😆, she's less likely to be fussy. Your baby will have less stomach pain or gas as well. The risk of choking and ear infection can be reduced since your baby has to be in a semi-upright position in order to use this method. Ideal bottles for paced feedingThere are various types of bottles and nipples in the world but it's hard to find the right one for you and your little one🙌! When it comes to paced feeding, it gets harder. Here are some suggestions for the bottles so you can summarize your list!Try using slow-flow nipples, which are usually made for newborns. Nipples designed for breastfeeding are also a good choice because they can slow down the liquid flow👍. If you aren't sure if the liquid flows slowly enough, turn the bottle upside down and check how quickly the liquid drips out. The ideal speed is roughly a drop of liquid per second!

Cluster feeding

Did your little one start to nurse longer or more often than usual? Maybe it's a sign of cluster feeding! I know this is a very draining and exhausting journey. But if you have a breastfeeding goal, let's hang in there a little bit more😬!What is cluster feeding?Cluster feeding, which is also called bunch feeding, is when your baby suddenly starts to eat more often than she usually did. Your baby will keep wanting milk at shorter intervals than she normally did. It usually happens around 3 to 6 weeks, because it is the period when babies' growth spurts🌱! When cluster feeding happens, new moms worry if they are not producing enough milk, but it is just the baby's instinct to make your body produce more😉. This helps your breasts supply more milk to satisfy the baby's demand. So if your baby starts cluster feeding, experts suggest nursing her as much as they want. Even though your breast is empty, cluster feeding will stimulate your breasts and try to produce more.How to deal with cluster feedingCluster feeding usually lasts no later than two days, but these long feeding sessions will make you exhausted both emotionally and physically😫! Your baby will cry for feeding every hour, so it will be almost impossible to get enough sleep or take some rest. It sounds nonsense, but trying to relax and go with the flow🏄 will help you a little. Don't start to think and discourage yourself that your milk supply isn't adequate. It is! I know it's hard to feed yourself, but try to be well-nourished, hydrated, and rested. Keep some nutritious snacks and water everywhere you go, and put on some relaxing music. Having a partner to be with you is always great if it is possible. How to stop cluster feedingSince cluster feeding happens because your baby needs more milk, producing more milk can help fulfill her appetite! Pumping between nursing helps your breasts to overdrive😎. Power pumping, which mimics cluster feeding by repeating the pump for 10 minutes and taking a rest for 10 minutes, is also a good way to boost the milk supply. If cluster feeding is draining you too much, try talking to a lactation consultant. She will be able to help you by offering some tips on nursing and how to stick to your breastfeeding goals💁🏻!

10-12 months Content | Baby Billy