March 2007 - Posts
Posted Saturday, March 31, 2007 7:51 PM
Q: There are so many books on parenting… what are the best ones? A: Seems like everyone is an expert, doesn’t it? Here are some of our favorite baby books.
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Posted Saturday, March 31, 2007 4:23 PM
Q: How often should my baby poop, and what should it look like? What's normal, and what isn't? Dr. Leigh Serra : If your baby is breast fed, his stool
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Posted Saturday, March 31, 2007 4:21 PM
Q: What rate should my baby gain weight at? When should I worry, in terms of gaining too much or too little? Dr. Leigh Serra : Most babies actually lose
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Posted Friday, March 30, 2007 12:34 AM
Q: What about sleep sharing? Is it safe? What are the pros and cons? A: Ah, the sleep sharing question... One of those hot button baby topics you’d be
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Posted Friday, March 30, 2007 12:19 AM
Q: What should and shouldn't I eat when I'm nursing? A: Your breastfeeding diet should be very similar to your pregnancy diet... Well, besides all the
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Posted Friday, March 30, 2007 12:12 AM
Q: I've heard that newborns' skin is too sensitive for baby wipes, isthis true? What should I use? And in general, what kind of baby wipe isbest? A: Most
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Posted Thursday, March 29, 2007 11:40 PM
Q: When can I start putting sunscreen on my baby? How should I protect her from the sun? A: Though many sunscreen bottles tell you not to use it on babies
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Posted Thursday, March 29, 2007 11:26 PM
Q: My baby is three months old and I’ve got the blues. I’m not truly depressed, I just feel like I never get to have any fun now that I’m a mom. How can
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Posted Thursday, March 29, 2007 11:18 PM
Q: Do I need to sterilize the bottles every time? A: After the initial sterilization (submerge in boiling water for five minutes), a thorough washing with
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Posted Thursday, March 29, 2007 5:06 PM
Q: My newborn's skin is kind of dry, and I see a lot of marks. Is something wrong? How should I take care of it? Dr. Vicki Papadeas : You'll have to hold
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Posted Thursday, March 29, 2007 5:03 PM
Q: What can I do to decrease my baby's risk of SIDS? Dr. Vicki Papadeas : Every parent knows about SIDS (sudden infant death syndrome). It's extremely
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Posted Thursday, March 22, 2007 8:46 PM
Q: What kind of expenses is our baby going to incur now that she's born? How much should we budget for her? A: Depends how frugal you are. Here's a list
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Posted Wednesday, March 21, 2007 6:33 PM
Q: Now that my baby is born, I'm not sure if I want to go back to work or not. How can I decide? A: Get started by asking yourself these questions. You've
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Posted Wednesday, March 21, 2007 3:40 PM
Q: What kind of formula should I use? A: Pick the cheapest cow's-milk based brand you can find, unless your doctor suggests soy-based, lactose-free, or
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Posted Wednesday, March 21, 2007 3:00 PM
Q: Am I a bad mommy if I don’t breastfeed? How will it affect my baby? A: Of course you’re not a bad mommy… but do give nursing a chance. The American
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Posted Friday, March 16, 2007 12:29 AM
Q: My mom is driving me crazy. She thinks she knows how to do everything better than I do. How do I tell her to back off without making her feel bad? A:
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Posted Friday, March 16, 2007 12:26 AM
Q: Life is so hectic now- some days I just want to shriek. How can I blow off steam without flipping out? A: Shrieking works, but it might scare baby...
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Posted Thursday, March 15, 2007 11:56 PM
Q: I’ve never been so tired in my life, and my husband won’t get up during the night to feed the baby. I don’t want to nag (but I don’t want to get up
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Posted Thursday, March 15, 2007 3:58 PM
Q: I want to keep breastfeeding my daughter after I go back to work, but I don't produce much milk when I pump. How can I make more? A: Few things are
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Posted Thursday, March 15, 2007 3:49 PM
Q: How do I take care of my newborn boy’s circumcision? A: Caring for your little guy's most sensitive area after such a procedure might seem tricky, but
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Posted Thursday, March 15, 2007 3:28 PM
Q. My baby loves her pacifier. Are there any safety issues I should be thinking about? A: Congratulations -- you've got a self-soother on your hands! Keep
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Posted Thursday, March 15, 2007 3:00 PM
Q: I've heard a hundred different opinions-- pacifiers, yes or no? A: Forget politics! Once you're a parent, pacifiers are a farmore intense topic of discussion.
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Posted Wednesday, March 14, 2007 10:46 PM
Q: I'm scared to give my one-month-old a bath by myself. What's the safest way to do it? A: Follow a few basic precautions, and there’s nothing to be afraid
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Posted Wednesday, March 14, 2007 7:31 PM
Q: I'm about to leave my baby with a sitter for the first time, and I'm so nervous. What information do I need to give the sitter before I leave? I'm sure
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Posted Wednesday, March 14, 2007 2:46 PM
Q: I gave birth four days ago and I’m still so sore down there. Is there any way I can make it heal faster, or at least deal with the discomfort? A: We
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Posted Tuesday, March 13, 2007 10:58 PM
Q: I want to put together a sheet of emergency information, but I'm not sure what to put on it. What should I include? A: Smart move. Terrifying as it
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Posted Tuesday, March 13, 2007 10:55 PM
Q: I'm planning a day out with my baby. What exactly should go in my diaper bag? A: You’ll soon find a formula that works for you, but until then, here’s
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Posted Monday, March 12, 2007 6:40 PM
Q: I’d love to get out of the house more, but I’m nursing and very shy about doing it in public. A: Discreet public breastfeeding is learned skill, just
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Posted Monday, March 12, 2007 6:26 PM
Q: Cloth or disposable diapers? How do they compare as far as health and comfort, price, convenience and the environment? A: These days, there’s not much
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Posted Monday, March 12, 2007 5:51 PM
Q: I think my baby is going to start crawling soon. What should I do to make sure the house is safe for her? A: Welcome to a whole new world of potential
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Posted Monday, March 12, 2007 5:04 PM
Q: I'm so nervous even thinking about leaving my baby with someone else! How can I make sure I find someone safe? A: Finding the right caregiver can make
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Posted Tuesday, March 06, 2007 10:09 PM
Q: OK, so I have the bottles and the formula … now what? A: Pretty soon you’ll be a natural, but it’s easy to feel overwhelmed at first. Before baby arrives,
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Posted Tuesday, March 06, 2007 10:07 PM
Q: It’s been over a week since I had my baby and I’m still bleeding kind of a lot. I even passed a big clot the other day. Shouldn’t this be slowing down?
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Posted Tuesday, March 06, 2007 10:06 PM
Q: I love my job and always planned to go back to work after my baby was born. But now that he’s here, I am not sure I can do it. A: It’s normal to feel
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Posted Tuesday, March 06, 2007 10:05 PM
Q: How can we swaddle our newborn like the hospital nurses did? We can never get the blanket wrapped right. A: Just like a haircut, huh? It always looks
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Posted Tuesday, March 06, 2007 10:04 PM
Q: I thought I was committed to breastfeeding, but my nipples are killing me! They are sore, cracked, and even bloody. What can I do? A: Don't panic --
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Posted Tuesday, March 06, 2007 10:02 PM
Q: I feel like I'm not burping my baby right. It takes forever! What am I doing wrong? A: Burping helps baby get rid of air swallowedduring feeding, and
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Posted Tuesday, March 06, 2007 10:01 PM
Q: I'm trying to make childcare plans for my baby once my maternity leave is over. How do I decide on nanny vs. daycare? A: Both strategies have their
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Posted Tuesday, March 06, 2007 9:47 PM
Q: What does postpartum depression feel like? A: Good question, and you're smart to think about the warning signs. Ten to twenty percent of new moms experience
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Posted Tuesday, March 06, 2007 9:45 PM
Q: Do you have to wait a certain amount of time to have sex after you've given birth? A: We’d never stand in the way of love... but wait at least six weeks.
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Posted Tuesday, March 06, 2007 9:43 PM
Q: I’m afraid to poop. I’m scared it’ll hurt and I’ll tear my stitches. Is this normal? A: That first post-birth poop is a big source of stress for every
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