Natural Baby Care
Choose natural baby care from your baby's first breath until your baby takes his first wobbly steps as a toddler - and beyond.
Those first few moments with your baby, no matter when they come, are precious. Guard and treasure them to give you and your baby the best possible start.
Your first few days taking care of a baby may seem overwhelming. Natural baby care for the newborn seems to have so many different aspects to it. It's really pretty simple, though. Your baby wants to be with you. Your baby wants to nurse. And you need to keep your baby clean and dry.
Once you are done with sponge baths (or right from the start!) you might want to know how to give your natural baby a bath. Bathtime can be one of the most fun aspects of parenting your new child, and it can become very relaxing as well.
Following your baby's bath with infant massage is a great way to bond with your baby. Mastering the gentle art of infant massage will also help you soothe your baby and learn his or her cues.
If you have been blessed with a baby boy you might find circumcision is an issue you need to consider. Please research very carefully, no matter what your religious or cultural background is. Caring for your uncircumcised son is actually quite easy!
In the early days, your baby will thrive on milk. But you may want to research starting solids so that you can be prepared when your baby is ready.
Family Bed and Baby Sleep
How can you get a good night's sleep with your baby? How have people gotten to sleep with their babies throughout time? The answer to both questions is often "sharing sleep" as Dr. William Sears coins the term.
Bringing your baby to bed with you is a natural way to help both of you feel secure at night. It usually means that you get a good night's sleep and so does baby.
Find out some advantages of sharing sleep. Other cultures in the past and present usually slept/sleep with their babies. They know the benefits of sharing sleep with their babies and do what is natural and instinctive.
It is important to co sleep safely with your baby. There are different family bed arrangements that will help your family to be most comfortable, and the most safe. Many modern parents enjoy the benefits of a co sleeper to create a safe family bed.
Baby Necessities
You can review a list of items to have for baby if you want to be sure that you have the basics for your little one.
Baby diaper bags are one baby item you'll want to have a couple of on hand! Yet again, however, most of what your baby needs is you!
Another essential piece of baby gear is your baby's car seat. A properly installed car seat is vital - be sure you know exactly how to use yours. Also take a look at my #1 recommended car seat to find out why it offers the best protection for your little one.