If you are a new parent, you should keep in mind that the arrival of a new baby brings with it a series of situations that seem to take many parents by surprise.

Here are some of these situations. Get a pencil and paper and join me.

What you should know about newborns.

1.The moment you see your baby for the first time.

For many mothers, the first encounter with their baby can be a confusing time. During the first few minutes of life, a baby has a somewhat curious appearance. After birth and because the baby has passed through the mother’s duct, the baby’s head may have a “strange” shape.

Not only this, but their body may also be covered by a kind of fuzz, which is not necessarily hair. It is also very common that they can’t open their eyes. Don’t panic! It is absolutely normal. It is only a matter of time before your baby is back to “normal”.

2. Don’t be sad if your baby doesn’t smile.

When you become a parent for the first time, the first thing we want to see in our baby is a cute and cuddly smile. But don’t rush it!  It is up to six weeks after birth that the baby starts to smile.

However, this does not mean that he does not feel the love and affection of his parents. You can continue to pamper him, he will enjoy it, even if he doesn’t deliberately express it on his face.

3.It is normal for your baby to have dry skin.

It is normal for your baby to have dry skin at the time of birth, not for less, this little person has spent nine months submerged in water, so, when leaving, your skin may be somewhat affected.

Likewise, it is very normal to have small scratches or even baby acne. You can deal with it a little by applying hypoallergenic and fragrance-free baby lotions.

4.It’s normal for your baby to cry.

Babies cry! We know it’s normal, but for many new mothers it can be a cause for concern. Crying is the way babies express all their needs. So when your baby cries, don’t get overwhelmed, patiently try to understand what he is trying to communicate.

5.Babies sleep a lot.

Babies need a lot of sleep, this is nothing to worry about. You may be worried about why they don’t sleep often, i.e. they wake up every so often to eat. But the important thing here is that you can get used to sleeping at night and only take a few naps during the day.

6.For your baby you will always be the best dad.

No matter if we are new, scared and inexperienced parents. Even with our virtues and defects, there is no other person more important to him than us. So believe in your own instinct, especially in your way of accompanying, loving and protecting. The heart will always show us the right path to take.

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Let’s start with the first, although there are hundreds of examples of useful gifts here is a list of things that parents will really appreciate:

1. As a general rule, don’t give clothing from 0 to 3 months, it’s the clothes that get lost the fastest.
2. Think about what time of the year the baby will be born to go according to what you are going to give him/her.
3. Make sure everything is 100% cotton.
4. Avoid clothes with lots of zippers or that are complicated to use.
5. Never overdo it: diapers, wet wipes, creams against diaper rash.
6. Blankets, sheets, blankets, blankets, blankets, cloth diapers are always welcome. Slings or carrying bags for mom and dad, hooded towels for bath time. Changing tables so they can change the baby anywhere, bags with the baby’s initials made of waterproof or easy to wash fabrics to put the changes in, diaper bags.
7. Mobile gyms, rubber floor mats, baby monitors, crib mobiles, toys according to their age and skills to be developed. Digital thermometers, first aid kits for babies.
8. Books on maternity, breastfeeding and related subjects. Albums, picture frames, growth diaries to fill in with baby’s information.

Here is also a list of pampering items for parents:

1. Essential oils, breastfeeding clothes in case the mother breastfeeds. Also included here are breastfeeding pillows that are not only useful for breastfeeding but also for laying the baby down in a comfortable position.
2. Humidifiers for the parents’ room.
3. Coupons for food delivery or meal-prep service: what parents don’t have is time to take care of all these tasks and it would be very helpful if you provide them with support in that sense. Get a pre-packaged, pre-cooked or ready-to-eat meal service to save them time.
4. Offer your help in doing some household chores: this will depend on how much trust you have with the couple, if there are other children you can offer to look after them one day or take them out for a walk, help take them to the park or take care of some household chores such as taking the clothes to the dry cleaners or similar.
5. Give mom a manicure/pedicure service to use whenever she wants.

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RISKS FOR A PREMATURE BABY

The risks of a premature newborn are largely due to their small size and the lack of development of their organs, such as the respiratory, digestive and immune systems and their skin, which causes them to be exposed to various complications that can damage your baby’s health. Also, there are undeveloped motor reflexes and behaviors that can make feeding and other activities difficult.

Premature babies can be born with health problems and are more susceptible to infections of all kinds, respiratory problems, are more sensitive to cold and may have difficulty feeding at the mother’s breast. These risks are present in all babies born before 37 weeks gestation and only increase the earlier the birth.

HOSPITAL CARE

The first care that should be given to a premature baby will be given in the hospital, where the infant will be taken to a neonatal intensive care unit (NICU), where they will be given a controlled and protected environment where they can be kept safe until they can be discharged. Here, their temperature, weight, breathing and feeding will be monitored through constant monitoring, medical equipment to help them breathe and specialized feeding plans.

In order to be discharged, premature infants must be able to maintain their temperature in an open crib for 24 to 48 hours, do all of their feedings from a bottle or breast without the aid of tubes or other aids, and be gaining weight steadily. This is usually achieved within 2 to 4 weeks of being in the NICU.

HOME CARE

After discharge, premature babies are in a better condition, but it is necessary to be extremely careful with infections, making sure that whoever touches the baby has disinfected hands and is not sick. It is also essential that the baby does not get cold, preferably being in skin-to-skin contact with the mother’s breast. It is also necessary that he/she receives all his/her vaccinations and has regular visits with the pediatrician, as well as following the indications given by the NICU. It is important to remember that your baby may still develop breathing problems, sleep apnea and have difficulty eating from time to time, so it is important to have good communication with your pediatrician.

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