Have you ever seen one of these cute photos of the tiny baby swimming underwater? Have you ever wondered how is that even possible? Can newborns really swim? Water is a very familiar environment for newborn babies, giving them a sense of security and comfort. After all, they spent 9 months…
Choosing the best sleeping option for your baby can be a tricky business that can cause a headache to many parents. After all, babies tend to sleep an awful lot during early days. As such, you need to ensure they are comfortable and, most importantly, safe during their rest. Since sudden death…
You had nine months to prepare for the arrival of your little bundle of joy. You took antenatal classes. You read those pregnancy and baby care books. You know all about labour, delivery and, of course – the benefits of breastfeeding. And you know how to keep your baby alive. Feed,…
Swaddling babies has been a common practice for centuries, but there is much controversy surrounding this topic in the medical community today. Despite that, I swaddled both of my daughters for the first few weeks of their life. And they slept like angels. Hence, I am a true believer that swaddling…
Although newborns can’t talk, they are still perfectly able to communicate with us right from birth. In essence, they use their facial expression and body language to let us know their needs and emotions. Now, it is not always easy to figure out what they are trying to say, but there…
For some parents, it is love at first sight. The moment the little one comes into the world, there is a sudden rush of hormones – dopamine and oxytocin, which causes the burst of instant, unconditional connection and love.But building a bond is an individual matter, and you shouldn’t worry if…
One of the many myths to be debunked on this subject is the colloquial saying: He sleeps like a baby. We, parents, know that people who say that probably never had children. That is because not every baby falls asleep quickly and sleeps long. So, How To Help My Baby Sleep…
Have you ever wondered How Much Sleep Does My Baby Need And Whether She Is On Track? A baby’s sleep, unfortunately, sometimes makes new parents sleepless. Every baby is different and has a unique sleep schedule. Hence the guidance for infant sleep is quite loose and provided in the range that…
Newborn babies need a lot of sleep. I wonder, then, Why My Baby Will Not Sleep? A healthy baby needs about 16 hours of sleep a day on average. However, some babies sleep more than others in their sleep patterns. Nevertheless, the bottom line is – they will sleep more than they…
