CHILD SAFETY
Child Safety is the state of being safe, the condition of being protected against physical, social, spiritual, financial, political, emotional, occupational, psychological or other types or consequences of failure, damage, error, accidents, harm or any other event which could be considered not desirable. Protection is from both the cause and from exposure to something that is not safe.
Something that is childproof or child safe has been made safe for contact with, or use by, children or infants. Childproofing or Child Safety involves ensuring that a child cannot come to harm, and is a term particularly applied to the act of making a home safe.
Child Safety or Childproofing includes the restriction of children to safe areas, or preventing a child from reaching an unsafe area. Safety gates (also known as "stair gates") are used to prevent a child from accessing an area of a house, especially the stairway. Playpens are used for restricting movement to a much smaller area.
An infant bed is a small bed (commonly referred to as a cot in British English and a crib in American English) specifically for infants.
Infant beds are typically used as a bed for a baby after it is no longer safe to leave them in a bassinette. Infant beds are more stable than bassinettes and become desirable when a baby can roll. They have a lower center of gravity, a broader base of support and can hold a larger baby than a bassinette.
A Child Restraint system, also commonly referred to as a child safety seat, or a car seat is a restraint which is secured to the seat of an automobile equipped with safety harnesses to hold a child in the event of a crash.
A school bus crossing arm is a safety device intended to protect children from being struck while crossing in front of a school bus. A major hazard to children riding school buses is being struck by their own bus. There are, approximately two out of three students killed outside a school bus are not struck by other vehicles, but by their own bus, and the front of the bus is considered one of the most hazardous areas.
An AMBER Alert is a notification to the general public, by various media outlets, of a confirmed child abduction. AMBER Alerts are distributed via commercial radio stations, satellite radio, television stations, and cable TV by the Emergency Alert System, as well as via e-mail, electronic traffic-condition signs, and wireless device SMS text messages. The decision to declare an AMBER Alert is made by the police organization investigating the abduction. Public information in an AMBER Alert usually consists of the name and description of the abductee, a description of the suspected abductor, and a description and license plate number of the abductor's vehicle, if available.
A child harness is a safety restraint for walking with small children. The device is primarily used with toddlers and children of preschool age, and typically consists of a shoulder harness with a lead (tether) secured in the back, either directly or by means of a hook. When the device is used, a child wears the harness and a parent or a guardian holds the end of the lead or attaches it to their wrist. This allows the child relative freedom of movement in comparison to being seated in a stroller, carried by the adult (with or without a child carrier), or being held by the hand. At the same time, the child harness prevents child separation from the adult by the way of the child running off in a crowded or dangerous area, or being snatched by a kidnapper. The fact that a child harness bears some resemblance to a pet's leash, and concerns about improper, even abusive, use of it have created some stigma.
A child safety lock is a special-purpose device for locking cabinets, drawers, bottles, etc. to prevent children from getting at the dangerous contents. Young children are naturally curious about their surroundings and will always explore, but as they do not have knowledge of dangerous substances or situations, the results can be fatal. Numerous cases of poisoning have resulted from toddlers eating brightly-colored pills or spilling cleaning solvents.
Parents who babywear must be aware of external hazards in the environment, mostly relating to floor or ground conditions, such as icy sidewalks, etc. Also, as the baby has more freedom of movement and is closer to the adult point of view while in a sling as opposed to a stroller, parents must also watch to prevent the baby from grabbing hot drinks or other dangerous items. Proper position in the sling/carrier is important for the infant's hip, pelvis and spine growth. A proper carrier will disperse most of the infant's weight between the hips and thighs, which helps to eliminate compression of the spine.
Child Health Care Safety
Child Health care or healthcare is the prevention, treatment, and management of illness and the preservation of mental and physical well-being through the services offered by the medical, nursing, and allied health professions. The organised provision of such services may constitute a baby health care system. You should give all the vaccination of a child and maintain a Immunization and Health Record chart.
Give all the vaccination and immunization and make a health record of a child. These are very important for a child life.
A good health care of children, will make there life safe.
Wednesday, December 19, 2007
BABY FURNITURE
BABY FURNITURE
Baby Furniture
Baby furniture is something that can make a home-sweat-home for a child. A place, where he or she would always loves to come back.
There is a huge variety of the baby furniture on the market. The process of the baby furniture is quite long. It goes from the color of the baby furniture that will match to the baby character and material (oak, cherry etc), to the size of the baby furniture and how it will feet to children’s room. Including the idea of what should be included into the baby furniture complex, i.e. desk, chairs, bed, sofa, dresser, bookcase etc. Keep in mind the sleepovers.
Baby Bedding
A Baby or Infant bed is a small bed (commonly referred to as a cot in British English and a crib in American English) specifically for babies and infants.
Baby beds are typically used as a bed for a baby after it is no longer safe to leave them in a bassinette. Baby beds are more stable than bassinettes and become desirable when a baby can roll. They have a lower center of gravity, a broader base of support and can hold a larger baby than a bassinette.
Baby beds are designed to restrict the baby to the bed. The sides are too high for a baby to climb and provide no footholds. The thinking behind this design is that if baby wakes up, she will return to sleep rather than roam around the house. To improve the reliability of the confinement, a top (solid or fabric) may be added to an infant bed.
Placing a baby into a baby bed can put strain on a caretaker's back. To reduce the strain on those operating a baby bed, many baby beds feature:
1- A mattress that can be in a raised position until the child is able to sit upright.2- A dropside, a side which lowers to ease the process of putting the child into the bed, but can be raised again to restore the integrity of the enclosure.3- Baby beds can be stationary or portable (portacots). In their portable form the beds generally don't feature a dropside, and portability factors are emphasised. Portacots are often made from plastics, are often smaller and fold into a compact package.
Design standards for baby beds include considerations such as preventing hand and head entrapment. Research has shown that the crib mattress influences SIDS outcomes; a new mattress lowers SIDS risk. Larger cribs are manufactured, generally for hospital use or for those with special needs. They may include a top, generally made of plastic or metal, to prevent a child from climbing out.
Child Bedroom Furniture
A Bedroom is a room used primarily for sleep, rest or sexual activities. It may or may not contain a bed. But a "Child Bedroom" is a room used primarily for sleep, rest ar child activities and it must contain a "Child Bed". Child bed which is specially made for a child.
In some cultures, dedicated bedrooms form an important part of a home. In others, spaces used primarily for other activities by day become bedrooms at night.
Child Bedrooms are usually used for sleep, rest and child activities. In addition to a bed (or, if shared by two or more children, a bunk bed), a child's bedroom may include the requisite closets and dressers, plus items such as a toy box, desk and other items. Some children enjoy a bare room, including only a bed and wardrobe. Most children do their homework and other work in their room.
Baby Furniture
Baby furniture is something that can make a home-sweat-home for a child. A place, where he or she would always loves to come back.
There is a huge variety of the baby furniture on the market. The process of the baby furniture is quite long. It goes from the color of the baby furniture that will match to the baby character and material (oak, cherry etc), to the size of the baby furniture and how it will feet to children’s room. Including the idea of what should be included into the baby furniture complex, i.e. desk, chairs, bed, sofa, dresser, bookcase etc. Keep in mind the sleepovers.
Baby Bedding
A Baby or Infant bed is a small bed (commonly referred to as a cot in British English and a crib in American English) specifically for babies and infants.
Baby beds are typically used as a bed for a baby after it is no longer safe to leave them in a bassinette. Baby beds are more stable than bassinettes and become desirable when a baby can roll. They have a lower center of gravity, a broader base of support and can hold a larger baby than a bassinette.
Baby beds are designed to restrict the baby to the bed. The sides are too high for a baby to climb and provide no footholds. The thinking behind this design is that if baby wakes up, she will return to sleep rather than roam around the house. To improve the reliability of the confinement, a top (solid or fabric) may be added to an infant bed.
Placing a baby into a baby bed can put strain on a caretaker's back. To reduce the strain on those operating a baby bed, many baby beds feature:
1- A mattress that can be in a raised position until the child is able to sit upright.2- A dropside, a side which lowers to ease the process of putting the child into the bed, but can be raised again to restore the integrity of the enclosure.3- Baby beds can be stationary or portable (portacots). In their portable form the beds generally don't feature a dropside, and portability factors are emphasised. Portacots are often made from plastics, are often smaller and fold into a compact package.
Design standards for baby beds include considerations such as preventing hand and head entrapment. Research has shown that the crib mattress influences SIDS outcomes; a new mattress lowers SIDS risk. Larger cribs are manufactured, generally for hospital use or for those with special needs. They may include a top, generally made of plastic or metal, to prevent a child from climbing out.
Child Bedroom Furniture
A Bedroom is a room used primarily for sleep, rest or sexual activities. It may or may not contain a bed. But a "Child Bedroom" is a room used primarily for sleep, rest ar child activities and it must contain a "Child Bed". Child bed which is specially made for a child.
In some cultures, dedicated bedrooms form an important part of a home. In others, spaces used primarily for other activities by day become bedrooms at night.
Child Bedrooms are usually used for sleep, rest and child activities. In addition to a bed (or, if shared by two or more children, a bunk bed), a child's bedroom may include the requisite closets and dressers, plus items such as a toy box, desk and other items. Some children enjoy a bare room, including only a bed and wardrobe. Most children do their homework and other work in their room.
BABY DRESSING
BABY DRESSING
A "Baby Dressing" also called "Layette", is a collection of clothing for a newborn child. The term "layette set" is commonly used in America to refer to gift sets of baby clothes.
Traditionally, women would hand-sew their baby's clothes during their pregnancy. Today "layette" is often used to identify a baby clothing section of a store. The term can also be used for bedding, accessories, and baby care items.
Basic layette items include:
1- A going-home-from-the-hospital outfit2- Legless sleepwear (sleeping gowns / kimonos / sleeping bags3- Newborn sacques / blanket sleepers) or footed sleepers4- Onesies (short-sleeved, legless bodysuits) / all-in-ones / rompers / coveralls5- Undershirts / T-shirts6- Receiving blankets7- Swaddling blankets8- Hooded towels9- Baby washcloths10- Socks / booties11- Hats / beanies / sweaters / bunting (depending on the climate)12- Burp cloths (cloth diapers are often recommended)
The amount of each item needed varies by source, and is mostly a matter of willingness to do laundry.
Baby Shoes
A "Baby Shoes" is an item of footwear. Footwear consists of garments worn on the feet. It is worn for a variety of reasons, including protection against the environment, hygiene and adornment.
Baby shoes are soft, sponze and very small in size. They are available in different prime colours.
Usually, socks and other hosiery are worn under footwear. It is sometimes associated with fetishism, particularly in some recent fashions in shoes and boots.
A "Baby Dressing" also called "Layette", is a collection of clothing for a newborn child. The term "layette set" is commonly used in America to refer to gift sets of baby clothes.
Traditionally, women would hand-sew their baby's clothes during their pregnancy. Today "layette" is often used to identify a baby clothing section of a store. The term can also be used for bedding, accessories, and baby care items.
Basic layette items include:
1- A going-home-from-the-hospital outfit2- Legless sleepwear (sleeping gowns / kimonos / sleeping bags3- Newborn sacques / blanket sleepers) or footed sleepers4- Onesies (short-sleeved, legless bodysuits) / all-in-ones / rompers / coveralls5- Undershirts / T-shirts6- Receiving blankets7- Swaddling blankets8- Hooded towels9- Baby washcloths10- Socks / booties11- Hats / beanies / sweaters / bunting (depending on the climate)12- Burp cloths (cloth diapers are often recommended)
The amount of each item needed varies by source, and is mostly a matter of willingness to do laundry.
Baby Shoes
A "Baby Shoes" is an item of footwear. Footwear consists of garments worn on the feet. It is worn for a variety of reasons, including protection against the environment, hygiene and adornment.
Baby shoes are soft, sponze and very small in size. They are available in different prime colours.
Usually, socks and other hosiery are worn under footwear. It is sometimes associated with fetishism, particularly in some recent fashions in shoes and boots.
BABY PRODUCT
BABY PRODUCT
Baby Products are like: Baby Diapers, Strollers, cloths, accesories, Baby Oil, Soap, Shampoo, Cream, Comb, Baby Cribs, Baby Bottles, Baby Food, Shoe, Bedding, Furnitures, Gift Baskets, Slings and Carriers, Strollers, Baby Videos etc.
Baby Products Manufacturer
1- GerberBaby food and home care products
2- NestleNestle brand of infant nutrition products
3- RossOffers pediatric and adult nutritionals including Similac, Isomil, Ensure, and Pedialyte
4- Earth's Best Baby FoodOffers organic baby food
5- Heinz Infant & Toddler NutritionProduced by the H.J. Heinz Company of Canada Ltd.
6- Beech-NutFood for babies of all ages featuring tree-ripened peaches, hand-peeled bananas, and soy-free cereals
7- Nature's OneMakers of Baby's Own Organic, a line of products and formulas for babies and toddlers
8- Parent's ChoiceInfant formula manufactured by PBM Nutritionals
9- EnfamilOffers formulas, cereals, and milk fortifiers and a parenting guide with prenatal and baby care information
10- MilupaOffering baby food feeding formulas for baby development and brain development, plus pregnancy information and advice on milk bottle or breastfeeding
11- Act Against Allergy Information from SHS International about childhood milk allergy. Features definitions, symptoms and diagnosis, treatment, and more.
12- Baby EnvyOffers a wide selection of baby crib bedding and bedding accesories
13- PampersProduct information, pediatric advice, and general tips for caring for your baby
14- Huggies
15- Baby Mine Diapers and ApparelOffering cloth and hemp diapers, wraps, and accessories
16- Soft Cloth BunzSpecializing in cloth diapers. Featuring Fuzzi Bunz, Bumkins, Bummis, Kissaluvs, and more
17- Green Mountain DiapersProvides cloth diapers, covers, and related accessories
18- Diaper SiteOffers incontinence products for babies and adults. Includes disposable diapers, undergarments, and more
19- Comfy Bummy DiapersOffers cloth diapers and accessories
20- Mother of EdenOffers Fuzzi Bunz, a stay dry cloth diapering system
21- Wee BeesSpecializes in cloth diapers and accessories. Also sells strollers, carriers, breastpumps, potties, and books
22- Land of Nod FurnitureRetailer of furnishings and decorative accessories for young boys, girls, and babies
23- MiniTotsOffers online shopping for unique baby furniture including cribs, cradles, bassinets, and nursery accessories
24- Baby's Dream FurnitureManufacturer of baby and youth furniture
25- Amby Baby HammockCustomizable cloth hammock beds for infants
26- Forever Mine Baby FurnitureManufacturer of hardwood convertible cribs and nursery furniture
27- Roseberry Creek DesignsHand-painted children's and baby furniture, accessories, and decor from Roseberry Creek Designs. Includes whisical wall art, step stools, lamps, book shelves, picture frames and memory boxes, waste baskets, tissue box covers, drawer pulls, door hangers, and name plaques
28- Tiny Tykes Furniture OutletFeatures convertible and sleigh cribs, bedding, and safety products
29- Million Dollar BabyMakers of infant, baby, and youth furniture including cribs, rockers, beds, and more.
30- ELittle LuxuriesOffers products including apparel, gifts, nursery furnishings, playhouses, cribs, linens and bedding, and strollers for children aged newborn to four.
31- Halo Sleep SystemsSells crib mattresses engineered for safety and SIDS risk reduction.
32- Arm's ReachMaker of bedside co-sleepers, portapaks, and accessories.
33- Bratt Decor Designer Baby FurnitureOriginal handmade designs, including cribs and bassinets.
34- BabyBjörn SlingsProducts include a baby carrier, potty chairs, step stools, toys, and bibs.
35- Ergo Baby CarrierEasy to wear baby sling and carrier that can be worn on the front or back. Ergo also offers accessories such as carrier totes, attachable backpacks, infant inserts, and Velcro pouches.
36- Maya WrapProvides baby carrier pouches and slings.
37- Cuddle KarrierMulti-position and multi-purpose baby carrier and sling for babies and children, two months to four years.
38- Mamma's MilkOffering baby sling carriers for ages birth to three years. Allows for a natural fetal position for babies and an upright position for toddlers.
39- Heart to Heart Baby SlingsComfortable, durable and quality constructed baby sling, available in over 10 different patterns.
40- BOB, Inc. StrollersBike trailers and jogging strollers.
41- StokkeMakers of seating for adults and a line of seats, strollers, and furniture for children.
42- Baby Jogger CompanyAll terrain stroller for all sorts of outdoor recreation including running, walking, and hiking.
43- Strollers.com Offers jogging, single, double, triple carseat strollers, and accessories.
44- Jhonson & JhonsonOffer all type of baby products.
45- DaburOffer baby oils.
46- Baby Einstein Company VediosProduces video board books designed to be viewed by babies based on current cognitive and language development research with titles such as Baby Einstein, Baby Mozart, and Baby Bach.
47- Baby SongsAward winning live action musical videos and audio tapes for toddlers. Music by Hap Palmer. Recommended for infants to six year olds.
48- Baby Hands Productions, Inc.Offers the My Baby Can Talk DVD series to teach babies to sign at home accompanied by a signing dictionary and further instructional information online.
49- Sign With MeOffers entertaining and educational videos for babies or toddlers based on current infant language development and cognitive research.
50- Singing BabiesFun and entertaining way to teach your child classic nursery rhymes and toddler tunes.
51- T.V. Teach MeCollection of infant and toddler cognitive stimulation videos and products, designed to be a playful approach to child stimulation.
52- Bouncing Back From BabyOffers the Infant Massage for Couples at Home video.
53- Adorable Baby GiftsFeatures gift baskets, jewelry, and children's and baby clothing. Provides information on names and shower ideas.
54- Stork Baby Gift BasketsOnline resources for baby gifts and related products such as handmade baskets filled with items that are whimsical and practical.
55- Personalized For BabyOffers embroidred blankets, bibs, baby clothes, and more.
56- Great Baby ProductsOffers baby products and gifts for babies, twins, and triplets including gift baskets, child safety products, and more.
57- Baby Gifts & Gift BasketsFeatures personalized gifts, shower favors, and gift baskets for babies, new moms, and children.
Baby Products are like: Baby Diapers, Strollers, cloths, accesories, Baby Oil, Soap, Shampoo, Cream, Comb, Baby Cribs, Baby Bottles, Baby Food, Shoe, Bedding, Furnitures, Gift Baskets, Slings and Carriers, Strollers, Baby Videos etc.
Baby Products Manufacturer
1- GerberBaby food and home care products
2- NestleNestle brand of infant nutrition products
3- RossOffers pediatric and adult nutritionals including Similac, Isomil, Ensure, and Pedialyte
4- Earth's Best Baby FoodOffers organic baby food
5- Heinz Infant & Toddler NutritionProduced by the H.J. Heinz Company of Canada Ltd.
6- Beech-NutFood for babies of all ages featuring tree-ripened peaches, hand-peeled bananas, and soy-free cereals
7- Nature's OneMakers of Baby's Own Organic, a line of products and formulas for babies and toddlers
8- Parent's ChoiceInfant formula manufactured by PBM Nutritionals
9- EnfamilOffers formulas, cereals, and milk fortifiers and a parenting guide with prenatal and baby care information
10- MilupaOffering baby food feeding formulas for baby development and brain development, plus pregnancy information and advice on milk bottle or breastfeeding
11- Act Against Allergy Information from SHS International about childhood milk allergy. Features definitions, symptoms and diagnosis, treatment, and more.
12- Baby EnvyOffers a wide selection of baby crib bedding and bedding accesories
13- PampersProduct information, pediatric advice, and general tips for caring for your baby
14- Huggies
15- Baby Mine Diapers and ApparelOffering cloth and hemp diapers, wraps, and accessories
16- Soft Cloth BunzSpecializing in cloth diapers. Featuring Fuzzi Bunz, Bumkins, Bummis, Kissaluvs, and more
17- Green Mountain DiapersProvides cloth diapers, covers, and related accessories
18- Diaper SiteOffers incontinence products for babies and adults. Includes disposable diapers, undergarments, and more
19- Comfy Bummy DiapersOffers cloth diapers and accessories
20- Mother of EdenOffers Fuzzi Bunz, a stay dry cloth diapering system
21- Wee BeesSpecializes in cloth diapers and accessories. Also sells strollers, carriers, breastpumps, potties, and books
22- Land of Nod FurnitureRetailer of furnishings and decorative accessories for young boys, girls, and babies
23- MiniTotsOffers online shopping for unique baby furniture including cribs, cradles, bassinets, and nursery accessories
24- Baby's Dream FurnitureManufacturer of baby and youth furniture
25- Amby Baby HammockCustomizable cloth hammock beds for infants
26- Forever Mine Baby FurnitureManufacturer of hardwood convertible cribs and nursery furniture
27- Roseberry Creek DesignsHand-painted children's and baby furniture, accessories, and decor from Roseberry Creek Designs. Includes whisical wall art, step stools, lamps, book shelves, picture frames and memory boxes, waste baskets, tissue box covers, drawer pulls, door hangers, and name plaques
28- Tiny Tykes Furniture OutletFeatures convertible and sleigh cribs, bedding, and safety products
29- Million Dollar BabyMakers of infant, baby, and youth furniture including cribs, rockers, beds, and more.
30- ELittle LuxuriesOffers products including apparel, gifts, nursery furnishings, playhouses, cribs, linens and bedding, and strollers for children aged newborn to four.
31- Halo Sleep SystemsSells crib mattresses engineered for safety and SIDS risk reduction.
32- Arm's ReachMaker of bedside co-sleepers, portapaks, and accessories.
33- Bratt Decor Designer Baby FurnitureOriginal handmade designs, including cribs and bassinets.
34- BabyBjörn SlingsProducts include a baby carrier, potty chairs, step stools, toys, and bibs.
35- Ergo Baby CarrierEasy to wear baby sling and carrier that can be worn on the front or back. Ergo also offers accessories such as carrier totes, attachable backpacks, infant inserts, and Velcro pouches.
36- Maya WrapProvides baby carrier pouches and slings.
37- Cuddle KarrierMulti-position and multi-purpose baby carrier and sling for babies and children, two months to four years.
38- Mamma's MilkOffering baby sling carriers for ages birth to three years. Allows for a natural fetal position for babies and an upright position for toddlers.
39- Heart to Heart Baby SlingsComfortable, durable and quality constructed baby sling, available in over 10 different patterns.
40- BOB, Inc. StrollersBike trailers and jogging strollers.
41- StokkeMakers of seating for adults and a line of seats, strollers, and furniture for children.
42- Baby Jogger CompanyAll terrain stroller for all sorts of outdoor recreation including running, walking, and hiking.
43- Strollers.com Offers jogging, single, double, triple carseat strollers, and accessories.
44- Jhonson & JhonsonOffer all type of baby products.
45- DaburOffer baby oils.
46- Baby Einstein Company VediosProduces video board books designed to be viewed by babies based on current cognitive and language development research with titles such as Baby Einstein, Baby Mozart, and Baby Bach.
47- Baby SongsAward winning live action musical videos and audio tapes for toddlers. Music by Hap Palmer. Recommended for infants to six year olds.
48- Baby Hands Productions, Inc.Offers the My Baby Can Talk DVD series to teach babies to sign at home accompanied by a signing dictionary and further instructional information online.
49- Sign With MeOffers entertaining and educational videos for babies or toddlers based on current infant language development and cognitive research.
50- Singing BabiesFun and entertaining way to teach your child classic nursery rhymes and toddler tunes.
51- T.V. Teach MeCollection of infant and toddler cognitive stimulation videos and products, designed to be a playful approach to child stimulation.
52- Bouncing Back From BabyOffers the Infant Massage for Couples at Home video.
53- Adorable Baby GiftsFeatures gift baskets, jewelry, and children's and baby clothing. Provides information on names and shower ideas.
54- Stork Baby Gift BasketsOnline resources for baby gifts and related products such as handmade baskets filled with items that are whimsical and practical.
55- Personalized For BabyOffers embroidred blankets, bibs, baby clothes, and more.
56- Great Baby ProductsOffers baby products and gifts for babies, twins, and triplets including gift baskets, child safety products, and more.
57- Baby Gifts & Gift BasketsFeatures personalized gifts, shower favors, and gift baskets for babies, new moms, and children.
BABY HEALTH TIPS
BABY HEALTH TIPS
Baby Health Care
Baby Health care or healthcare is the prevention, treatment, and management of illness and the preservation of mental and physical well-being through the services offered by the medical, nursing, and allied health professions. The organised provision of such services may constitute a baby health care system. This can include a specific governmental organisation such as, in the UK, the National Health Service or a cooperation across the National Health Service and Social Services as in Shared Care.
Baby Health Tips
1- Keep Baby CleanKeep your babies always clean. Cleanness is the major health tip for a baby. You should always keep clean your babies bed, clothes, nappies, nails, hands, etc..
2- Jaundice in the New-born BabyDo not be alarmed if the whites of your baby's eyes and their skin turns a slight yellow colour after 3 days. This is a condition called jaundice and is caused because your baby's liver cannot work fast enough to dispose of a pigment called bilirubin. Premature babies are more likely to suffer from jaundice. It usually clears up after a few days and this can be aided by exposure to sunlight (through a window).You may also be encouraged to feed your baby as often as possible. Sometimes when the bilirubin levels are very high a baby may need to be exposed to controlled amounts of ultra violet light in the form of phototherapy. Ultra violet breaks down the pigment levels in the skin. This will be carried out in hospital. Your baby will be placed in a special crib sometimes in Special Care. This is a routine treatment and is very effective.
3- Coping with ColicWhen a baby suffered from Colic, the best way to deal with it was to carry her with her tummy down, long ways on the arm, using the hand to cradle her head. It never failed to soothe her and help her with her tummy pains.
4- Refluxing - Premature BabiesRefluxing is a common problem with premature babies. One way of lessening the reflux is to keep your baby's head elevated. Bouncers come in handy for this purpose.
5- Alcohol and SmokingIt is best to avoid smoking and drinking while pregnant. Both cross the placenta and can have a harmful effect on the baby. The odd glass of wine is considered safe, but remember the adage - everything in moderation.
6- Sleeping problems from ear acheBabies can be extremely susceptible to ear infections and this can cause them immense discomfort. Problems like this are usually recognised by prolonged periods of screaming and generally not able to settle at all. A warm rice bag may help to soothe. These come in many different shapes and colours but are essentially a cloth bag filled with rice. They can also help with sore muscles. Warm the bag in a microwave oven until warm and place it under the baby's head, next to his/her ear. It will stay warm for a long time and help to relax them.
7- Get some air to the baby's bottomIf a baby is suffering from nappy rash, try bathing them in lukewarm water. This will remove all traces of urine. Do not add any bubble bath. Let their bottom dry naturally in the air. Nappy rash is caused by ammonia, in urine, reacting on the babies skin. It breaks down their natural protective skin barrier. This then makes the skin red, sore, spotty and can lead to blisters. This leaves the skin open to infections such as thrush. Nappy rash is a very common problem but should not be overlooked. If the nappy rash does not clear up after a few days with using normal antiseptic barrier cream at nappy changes, consult your health visitor or doctor.
8- Sensitive skin in the sunA babies skin can be up to 20 times more sensitive than yours and you can see a noticeable difference after 5 minutes. If the sun is out, remember to give baby a covering of good sun block to keep out those harmful rays.
9- Cradle CapIf a baby develops a yellow, hard crust on his/her scalp then your baby probably has Cradle Cap. This is very common. We have found rubbing coconut oil into the scalp, leaving overnight and then shampooing as usual the following morning, very effective. You may need to repeat this several times. The problem resolved itself and then reappeared a week later, this is quite normal. Other friends of ours have found that warm olive oil, sunflower oil or baby oil, equally effective. Baby Cradle Cap, a good surefire way to get rid of cradle cap is to use a very soft bristle toothbrush and gently rub it over the scalp while bathing. Being even more gentle over the soft spot. Just apply shampoo and start to rub gently.
10- ColicAlthough we are used to the term Colic being associated with wind or the inability to digest food, this is not the whole story. The broad definition of colic refers to prolonged periods of crying, usually at regular intervals. One cause of colic has been associated with external stimuli. Excess gas or wind in the digestive tract still seems to be associated with colicky babies and of course this can be helped with medicine. Ask your doctor about Colic Drops. These contain an active ingredient called simethicone which is not absorbed into the body. It helps to reduce gas without any side effects. Babies usually don't suffer from colic after the first three months although there can be exceptions of upto 5months.
11- Sticky eyesIf a new born is suffering from sticky eyes, a common problem caused by blocked tear ducts, then here are a few ways to help the problem. Dab some cotton wool in some boiled, cool water and massage the corners of your baby's eyes. Use different cotton wool for each eye to avoid cross infection. Cool tea can also be very effective. Just pour boiling water onto a tea bag and let it stew for a couple of minutes. Then let it cool down and use cotton wool to, again, wipe the corners of the eyes. Gentle massage around the eyes with your finger can also help to free the tear ducts.
12- Head liceMost children at some point will get head lice (nits). This is very common. Some myths say that it is the result of dirty hair but in fact it is quite the opposite. Head lice will only infect clean hair. There are many medicated shampoos which you can obtain from a pharmacy. These kill the eggs and nits. You then have to use a special fine comb to remove the eggs. Speak to your chemist or doctor first because some shampoos should definitely not be used for babies and small children. Also, check the rest of the family as head easily pass from one to another with close contact. 13- Cold relief for babiesIt is very common for babies to catch colds and we have found a number of things help. You can put a few drops of Karvol onto a hankerchief and tie it near to where your baby is sleeping. You can do this even for a newnborn baby. You can also use a vapour rub such as Snufflebabe which should help your baby to breathe more easily. If your baby is having trouble feeding because of the cold its probably best to contact your Dr who will be able to suggest a number of things. If your baby is feverish (you don't have to take their temperature:- your hand is an excellent way of telling how hot your baby is when placed on their forehead) try giving Calpol or any paracetamol elixir specifically for babies and young children. Always give as directed and don't exceed the maximum daily dose, even if the child has vomited you don't know how much has been absorbed. REMEMBER Nobody knows a baby like its mother and father.
14- Vitamin C & the Mini pillIf you are taking the mini pill as your contraception whilst breastfeeding and are also taking a supplement of vitamin C, please be aware that if you take these around the same time of the day, it may lower the effectiveness of the mini pill. A useful tip for anyone taking the mini pill.
15- How to take your baby's temperatureWhen you think your baby is ill you should take her temperature. There are a few types of thermometer. Digital, Mercury & Strip. The normal temperature for your baby is 37°C.
16- White spots on baby's faceIf a new born baby develops little white spots on his or her face don't worry, this is quite normal. These can occurr on the nose or cheeks and are sometimes known as milk spots. The cause of these spots is due to a temporary blockage of the sebaceous glands. These are the oil producing glands of the body. Never squeeze them, they will disappear on their own within the first 2 or 3 weeks.
17- Infant botulism and honeyIt is advisable not to give honey to your baby until he is over a year old, as it contains spores which can cause infant botulism. Infant botulism is caused by the bacteria clostridium which is the same bacteria that causes food poisoning. Although these spores can be found in soil, honey is the only food stuff that has been found to be associated with infant botulism. The reason children under one year are susceptible to this and other bacteria is because they have not developed any gut flora which is the body's own natural defence against the food poisoning bacteria. Remember after your baby is one year old, honey is an excellent natural food.
18- Peanut allergyIf you use nipple cream for sore nipples ensure you choose one that doesn't contain peanut oil (also known as arachis) as this can cause your baby to have a serious allergic reaction to peanuts at a later date (sensitisation), speak to your doctor or pharmacist who can recommend one. You should also remember that you are advised not to eat peanuts while pregnant or while breast feeding as this may also cause an allergic reaction in childhood.
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