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If you both start out in the knowledge that these first few months can seem like hard work, you’ll be able to reassure each other that you’re coping extremely well. If you accept the validity of each other’s feelings, for more detail go to: www.baby-care-book.com.  And hold on to the fact that any difficulties are temporary, you’ll discover that parenthood really is as pleasurable as you expected.
Father

The first few weeks with your baby are important in helping you get used to your new role as a father.

Support your partner. She will be very tired to start with as a result of going through labor and birth, and from the physical and emotional responsibility of breast feeding. Provide her with the time and space to meet your baby’s nutritional needs, and reassure her constantly that she’s doing a difficult job well your support can make all the difference.

Find time to help. If you’re back at work, relish the opportunity to do as much as you can for your partner and your baby when you’re at home.

Give your baby love. Babies need as much love as they can get, and there’s no difference between the love of a father and a mother. If your baby is being breast fed, then obviously he’ll need his mother when he’s hungry, but at all other times he’ll benefit just as much from your close ness and attention. This close ness from you will mean that your baby learns to be secure with both of you, which will help him to settle down and take the pressure off your partner.
Build a relationship with your baby from the start. Your own feelings as a parent will be strengthened if you spend as much time as possible with him. Being an equal partner in your baby’s care will be rewarding and beneficial to you and to your family.
Mother

Your baby’s first few months of life would be tiring for you even if you hadn’t been through the rigors of labor and birth. Spoil your self and look out for your own needs.

Rest with your baby. Use the time when your baby is asleep to catch up on your own sleep. If he has his longest unbroken sleep in the morning, take advantage of it, or rest in the after noon when he does.

Share with your partner. If things are getting on top of you, he needs to know, for your sake and for your baby’s Encourage him to care for the baby when he’s at home, don’t be over protective and try to do every thing your self.

Ask for help. If you’re feeling isolated, don’t struggle alone. Early offers of help may tail off because friends and family don’t want to impose, but they will be glad to be asked.

Get out and about; being tied to the house can make you depressed, for more help visit to: www.create-super-baby.com. so try to get out as much as possible. It’s helpful if you have friends locally who are also at home with young babies. You’ll probably have met Like minded parents at prenatal classes. Having other new parents around you means you can share the good times as well as the worries, and, as your baby grows, he’ll have a ready made circle of friends to play with.

Many people are not aware that prevention of dental diseases can be started as soon as a child is born. From the seventh to the ninth (last) months of pregnancy, the primary baby teeth are just about to be fully formed in the bone. Development of permanent teeth begins at birth.

Even before the teeth show, it is possible, and in fact recommended, that an infant’s mouth to be cleaned. Lightly dab the gum pads in a baby’s mouth with a clean damp, soft cloth. For more details go to: www.baby-care-book.com this will decrease the germs that form in the mouth, and begin the healthy practice of dental care.

An infant is also recommended to have a dental check-up in as early as 12 months of age. Pediatric dentists suggest that a baby’s first dental visit should be before all 20 primary teeth have completely erupted. This first visit is for a complete exam and evaluation. It is also for parents to be educated with proper dental care for infants at home, and the recommended diet proper use of toothbrushes and fluoride for infants.

Once the teething starts and first tooth erupts, which occurs about as early as six months, others follow until all 20 baby teeth are in. During teething, a lot of babies experience discomfort that is seen when they become irritable, drool a lot, suck on their toys, blankets, or fingers, and lose their appetite. When a baby gets a fever, diarrhea, or flu-like symptoms, it is best to consult a pediatrician. Hard, cool teething toys and frequent drinks of water can ease the teething discomfort.

Below is a list to remember after the teeth erupt.

- Do not let sweet or sweetened liquids to stay in a baby’s mouth for a long time. These lead to early dental decay.

- During feedings, always hold the baby and the bottle. Not only it could choke the infant, the milk or juice can bring cavities while in contact with the new teeth.
For can visit to: www.create-super-baby.com when the baby falls asleep during feeding, remove bottle from his/her mouth. If a bottle is needed to get the baby to sleep, fill it will water instead of milk or juice.

- Do limit the use of sippy cups. The use of those can lead to cavities and other dental problems such as misalignment of teeth.

- Start a healthy eating habit by regulating intake of sweetened beverages and food. Do not spoil your baby with sweets, because it will eventually lead to dental problems with his or her primary teeth.

- Educate yourself with fluoride supplements for babies. This will help make your baby’s teeth stronger and prevent tooth decay without using a normal adult’s toothpaste.

- When a baby is learning to walk, or can walk already, do not let the child walk with a bottle or sippy cup in his/her mouth. Be watchful to dental injuries.

When a baby grows with proper dental care, the routine will become his/her practice until he/she grows old. It will be a healthy habit that will help create a positive self-image.

Parents can help infant baby development by showing the baby colorful toys, exposing the baby to different shapes and sounds and playing classical music for the baby. Play with infants and help stimulate their minds with advice from the mother of three young children in this free video on baby care and development. Expert: Erica Goms Bio: Erica Goms has mothered three children that are currently five and under. She has extensive knowledge in raising and taking care of these wonderful children. Filmmaker: Michael Burton

To get enough sleep when you have a newborn baby, sleep when the baby is sleeping, ask family members for help, and try to get the baby on a regular sleeping schedule. Consider having the baby in a bassinet or crib right next to the bed with advice from the mother of three young children in this free video on baby care. Expert: Erica Goms Bio: Erica Goms has mothered three children that are currently five and under. She has extensive knowledge in raising and taking care of these wonderful children. Filmmaker: Michael Burton

Change a baby’s diaper by lifting up the baby’s bottom to release the soiled diaper, wiping the baby clean and then putting on a new diaper. For the first week, use a soft cloth and water to change the diaper of a baby with instructions from the parent of a 2 year old in this free video on parenting. Expert: Windy St.George Bio: Windy St.George is the parent of a happy, healthy 2 year old. Filmmaker: Sam Lee