Monthly Archives: October 2024

Poor sleep is a common challenge among new moms. Since baby won't sleep for long, good sleep is is often far from many new moms and it's even worse when you have no one assisting you. There are a couple of reasons baby may not sleep for long and some of these factors include: They are unable to differentiate between night and day yet just as it was while they were in the womb Babies tend to become hungry within a short period of time due to their small tummy size Overfeeding baby can make them uncomfortable Hot weather condition and over wrapping baby when the weather is hot Soiled diaper Baby might be ill   Ways you can improve your baby's sleep: Create a routine for baby as early as possible and stick to the routine; choose...

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Weaning or stopping breastfeeding can be challenging but it's  a necessary step for mothers and babies. Here's a comprehensive guide to help you navigate this transition. There are couple of reasons you may want to stop breastfeeding but the recommended age to discontinue breastfeeding according to the World Health Organization is two years. It is not advisable to stop breastfeeding quickly or going cold turkey as this can be more stressful on the body with associated breast engorgement. Ideally, you should stop breastfeeding over a period of time but unfortunately not every mom have the time to do so gradually. Many moms still prefer to go cold turkey. Signs Baby is Ready to Wean: Showing less interest in breastfeeding  Self-weaning (refusing breast)  Drinking from a cup Eating solid foods regularly Tips for Successful Weaning: Ensure baby  is eating solid...

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Lochia is the vaginal discharge after delivery and its duration varies among women. Vaginal discharge after delivery may last upto six weeks. Within a couple of days after delivery, the discharge will be red after which it turns pink then later white and it will eventually stop   When to call a doctor: Heavy Bleeding: Soaking more than two pads per hour Bleeding lasting more 6weeks Dizziness Fainting     Available products https://selar.co/781ek4

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Constipation in babies is often a cause of worry but most cases which many parents consider to be constipation is really not constipation. When babies try to stool and they strain or cry most parents start to worry about constipation. A true sign of constipation is the passage of hard stool. When babies pass stool, they may strain or cry while trying to pass stool and this is usually normal and is  as a result of their immature organs. As baby's organs  develop and as they get used to the act of passing stool they will start passing stool effortlessly. So, as long as baby passes a soft stool, baby is not constipated even if they become cranky and uncomfortable when trying to pass stool Secondly, babies especially exclusively breastfed babies can go a couple of days and...

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As a new parent, it's natural to worry when you notice your baby's hair falling out. You may wonder what could be responsible. In most cases, hair loss in babies is normal and temporary. Normal Hair Loss in Babies occurs as a result of: Babies shedding their birth hair and this will be replaced by new hair. After birth, hormonal fluctuations can cause hair loss. Placing baby to sleep in just one particular position without alternating sleep positions can result in hair loss in that area There could be hair loss due to tight hairstyles Genetic predisposition: Some babies may inherit a tendency to lose hair due to family genetics.  Conditions such as cradle cap, eczema, infections like ringworm infections, nutritional deficiencies can lead to hair loss  How to care for baby's hair: Gentle scalp care: Use mild...

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