June 2009

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New Baby Checklist: 5 Tips To Helping Baby Sleep Comfortably

June 28, 2009 in New Parent Tips | No comments

Just as adults need to take a rest after a long day’s work, babies also need to take some time off from all the crying, cooing and playing. Unlike adults, however, sleep patterns of babies can be quite a tricky thing to understand. Here are some tips on how to make sure that you get a good night’s sleep after rocking baby to dreamland:

  1. New born baby can sleep up to 23 hours a day so don’t get alarmed if your baby seems to be asleep most of the time.
  2. If your baby gets startled while sleeping by his own movements, try swaddling him. This makes him feel secured as it simulates the environment that he had when he was still inside your womb. Some babies like being wrapped up like a burrito while others would prefer that their arms are free to move.
  3. crib beddingMake sure that your baby sleeps on his back. If your baby likes to sleep on his tummy, make sure you flip him over. Sleeping on his tummy is one of the leading causes of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS).
  4. Feed your baby before going to sleep. Babies who are full are more likely to sleep through the night.
  5. Avoid placing stuff toys as well as unnecessary blankets on your baby’s crib. Aside from constricting your baby’s movement, they could also cause him to suffocate.

Try Simply Unique Baby Gifts’ baby crib bedding sets. These cribs are already equipped with bumper pads that would ensure your baby does not injure himself.

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New Baby Checklist: 5 Tips When Swaddling Baby

June 26, 2009 in New Parent Tips | No comments

Your baby’s first few weeks outside of your womb mean a great deal of adjustment for him. Because of these changes, your baby could oftentimes be fuzzy and would cry a lot. Here are some tips on how to make swaddling lessen your baby’s fuzziness:

  1. receiving blanketA number of babies usually have a hard time sleeping because of their startle reflex. Think of the time when you are half asleep and you had a dream that you are falling. The jerk that you do is the same startle reflex that a baby has. Swaddling gives them a sense of security and does away with the feeling of falling.
  2. Since it could restrict your baby’s muscle development, swaddling should not be used on babies for more than three to four weeks.
  3. Make sure you do not swaddle your baby if his or her room can get quite warm. A number of SIDS cases have resulted from overheating.
  4. An alternative to swaddling is the old-fashion sling. It allows your baby to be held near your heart thus providing the environment they were used to before they were born.
  5. If your baby doesn’t take too much to swaddling, you can wrap him up to his armpits and leave his arms free.

If you are having a hard time looking for swaddling clothes, you can try the various receiving blankets at Simply Unique Baby Gifts.

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New Baby Checklist: 5 Tips To Avoid Diaper Rash

June 25, 2009 in New Parent Tips | No comments

One of the tings that a new mom needs to address when diapering a baby is the treatment of diaper rash. Here are some tips on what to do on the first sign of broken skin:

  1. If you cannot forego those commercial diapers, make sure that it is not too stiff. The number cause of diaper rash is diapers that constantly rub against your baby’s skin. You can use cloth diaper as a substitute for commercial diapers.
  2. Make sure you peek in or change your baby’s diapers every two to three hours. This is to prevent from leaving your baby with a wet diaper for a long period of time. Any wetness in the diaper can be a good feeding ground for organisms. Aside from this, the combination of stool and fecal matter produces ammonia which is another cause of diaper rash
  3. diaper bagSpread a thin layer of diaper rash ointment on your baby’s bottom. Make sure that you use those with zinc oxide or whatever is recommended by your pediatrician.
  4. No ointment available? You can make use of baby powder to protect your baby’s skin.
  5. Avoid using plastic pants. Although they help prevent wetness from leaking out, they also prevent your baby’s skin from drying.

Diapering your baby need not cause too much problem even if you’re outside your home as long as you have everything you need. You can try Simply Unique Baby Gifts diaper bag.

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New Baby Checklist: 5 Things To Consider When Buying Baby Clothes

June 25, 2009 in New Parent Tips | No comments

Buying clothes for your baby can be both a fun and exhausting task. You would need to take into consideration several factors when making your first purchase. Here are some of the things that you would need to keep in mind:

  1. baby clothesClothes should fit your baby well so base your purchase on his or her weight and not on your baby’s age.
  2. Go for clothes that can be take off easily so that diaper changing can be done without much hassle.
  3. Consider the weather. Your baby would need to be bundled up during winter but would need to wear light clothes during summer.
  4. No need to buy shoes for your baby until such time that he or she can already walk. Your baby should be able to wiggle his or her toes. Make use of loose fitting socks.
  5. Your baby’s clothes would primarily be divided into daywear, sleepwear and going out clothes. However, keep in mind that, since your baby could grow very fast, you only need to buy a few pieces. Splurging on a great number of onesies would be impractical since your baby might not fit in them in a matter of months.

If you would like to play dress up with your baby, Simply Unique Baby Gifts offers a wide range of baby clothes in various themes.

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New Baby Checklist: 5 Tips For A Hassle-Free Breast Feeding

June 23, 2009 in New Parent Tips | No comments

Breast feeding can prove to be quite challenging for first-time moms as well as for the newly born baby. Here are some things to keep in mind to make breast feeding a fun activity.

baby blanket1. When breast feeding your baby, make sure that you are in a comfortable position. Changing positions every so often can make your baby restless.

2. Feed your baby as soon as he or she shows sign of being hungry. Do not wait for your baby to cry before breastfeeding since this could result to painful latching.

3. Use nursing bras that can provide support, even at night! Make sure, however, that they are not too tight.

4. As soon as the doctors allow you to hold your baby, start nursing him or her. Your breasts would not be able to produce milk yet but would be able to give colostrums, a thin fluid that provides your baby with the needed protection from sickness.

5. During the entire breast feeding period, make sure that you eat a healthy diet as well as get enough rest. This would greatly affect the amount and quality of milk that you are able to produce.

Need to feed your baby in public? You can make use of the various baby blankets available at Simply Unique to cover your breasts.

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New Baby Checklist: 5 Tips When Travelling With Baby Overnight

June 21, 2009 in New Parent Tips | No comments

Travelling long distances as well as overnight with a baby in tow can be quite hard. However, with proper planning, you should be able to do it in a breeze.

Here re some things that you need to put on your baby checklist when you need to travel with baby:

  1. Make sure that you have everything that the baby would need n your diaper bag. This would include diapers, baby wipes, bottles and formula
  2. Pack extra receiving blankets as well as extra baby clothes. You would also need to take with you burp and bib clothes.
  3. If you would be driving, make sure that you have a rear-facing infant car seat. This should keep your baby secure during the entire travel.
  4. It is advisable not to travel with your baby alone. That way, should you need a hand in changing baby’s diapers diaper bagor feeding her, you would have someone to help you.
  5. Make a number of stopovers to allow your baby to “stretch” out. This could also be your time to do some stretching yourself especially if you would be the one driving.

If you haven’t bought yet your baby’s diaper bag, you can head over at Simply Unique Baby Gifts and check their designer diaper bags.

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New Baby Checklist: 5 Tips When Diapering A Baby

June 19, 2009 in New Parent Tips | No comments

baby towelIt’s hard when you’re a first time parent and you don’t know what to do when your baby needs to have a change of diapers. Here are some tips on how to make sure that you don’t end up wet yourself:

1. Make sure that your hands are clean and that you have everything that you would need within your reach.

2. If there’s no changing table available, you can make use of any flat surface so long as you cover it with a towel. The floor, however, is more advisable as this would prevent accidents from happening.

3. As much as possible, try avoiding the use of power. Talcum powder has been linked to lung cancer and female genital cancer while cornstarch powder stimulates growth of yeast.

4. If your baby tends to be fuzzy and cranky while you are changing the diaper, it’s a good idea to give them a toy, sing or talk to them to keep them occupied. However, avoid giving food to your baby as this could cause him to choke.

5. Your baby boy would usually spray you with urine when he is exposed to air. To prevent this, make sure that you have a towel ready.

Changing the baby’s diaper can be quite a daunting task for new parents but it could also be fun. Should you feel that your baby has made a whole lot of mess, it would be better to give her a bath. Simply Unique Baby Gifts offers baby towels in various sizes that will make diaper change as well as bath time a lot more fun.

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Essential Tips On Baby’s First Visit To The Park

June 18, 2009 in New Parent Tips | No comments

Baby Bjorn CarriersYour baby’s first visit to the park can be a memorable experience both for you and your baby. Here are some ways so that your memories would be good ones: 

  1. Feed your baby before you go out. This way, even if you spend a ong time in the park, you can predict what time your baby would be hungry again. 
  2. Make sure you have a supply of feeding bottles with water, milk, diaper, tissue or cotton balls and clothes. This would come in handy should your baby need to have his nappies changed or is already quite uncomfortable with what he is wearing. 
  3. Do not pass your baby around to all people who find him or her cute and cuddly. These same people might be sick or might compromise your baby’s health. 
  4. Bring a long some portable toys to keep your baby occupied. 
  5. Have a hand sanitizer baby should people want to hold your baby. 
  6. If the weather is hot, do not stay out too long. If it is cold, make sure you bundle your baby carefully and cover his head.

Remember to have a stroller or car seat when taking your baby out. You can also have a baby Bjorn to carry your baby for a walk. You can buy these items at Simply Unique Baby Gifts. Keep in mind, however, that, if your baby is just a few days old, it might not be a good idea to take them out quite often especially if the weather is either too hot or too cold. Their immune system might not be that strong yet to handle simple germs. They could also get over stimulated which could lead to a lot of crying.

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