First of all, feeding. Disputes about whether there should be feeding natural or artificial, when to start feeding and whether to follow the feeding regime or feed as often as the child wants, go on and on. First of all, it is necessary to focus on a specific situation. Of course, the best option is breastfeeding. But at the same time you must be sure that the baby is getting enough nutrition. In view of the deterioration of the ecological situation and postpartum stress, many mothers have problems with breastfeeding: milk is either not nutritious, or is simply not enough to saturate the baby. In this case, the question arises of the means of increasing lactation - but they are not always effective - or about the choice of a mixture. Currently, the stores are represented by a variety of their types. It is important to pay attention to the components of the mixture - they should not have allergens. Buy the mixture only in a specialized store or in a large supermarket.
The transition to artificial feeding often causes digestive problems in children. Mixtures can cause constipation, which disturbs children and disturb sleep. To avoid problems, use special herbal teas from the same producers as the mixture. You can also use an enema.
From four to five months it is allowed to introduce complementary foods - to expand and diversify the menu. Begin with one spoonful of vegetable purees, gradually increasing the dose. Carefully follow the change in the child's condition. At the slightest negative reaction, remove the product from the diet. Remember that the baby's stomach is very small and very sensitive, use only fresh and safe products that do not contain allergens. It is better to start lure with mashed potatoes, and juices should be introduced into the diet with caution: they have much less useful substances than puree, and they irritate the intestines much more.
Choosing between mashed potatoes and mashed potatoes cooked at home, focus primarily on their abilities: alone you will be hard to manage to cook, because all attention is always riveted to the child. If time allows, it is better to use everything natural, but carefully choose only fresh and quality products.
The second important aspect in the care of the child is hygiene. The child's eyes are washed with cotton wool soaked in warm water, and the ears and spout are cleaned with a cotton swab, which is preliminarily dipped in oil. All manipulations with cotton buds need to be done extremely accurately, remembering that you need to clean only the ears without touching the auditory passage. But the most important task for a young mother is bathing a baby. In order for this procedure to pass easily and not cause unpleasant sensations in both - in advance, prepare everything you need. The water should be 36-37 degrees. The first few times put the child in the water on the diaper - it will be comfortable for a baby who has not yet got used to the new sensations, and for you - with unaccustomed use the child can slip out of hands, and the diaper will prevent it. You can bathe a baby with the addition of decoctions of herbs or a weak solution of manganese. Prepare a soft towel in advance to wrap the baby after bathing. After a while, evening swimming will be a favorite time for you and the baby.
In addition to mandatory hygienic procedures, it is necessary to take care of the development of the child. In the first days of life, the mother for him is the only source of knowledge of the world, his protection and support. Your first priority is to provide your baby with everything necessary for development. Often take the baby in your arms, touch it, talk to it. It is necessary to carry out light gymnastics - alternately bending and bending the handles and legs. Stroking and light massage will help the child to develop harmoniously. Massage can be carried out at home, but at first it is better to contact a specialist at the polyclinic.
It is very important for a toddler to take regular walks in the fresh air. It's a little warmer to put on a baby than you dress yourself: on the one hand, he stays motionless in the stroller and freezes faster than you do - but on the other, it is protected from the cold by the blanket and the fabric of the stroller.
All these tips and advice to young mothers will help you at first to cope with the baby. But the most important thing is to learn to listen to the child and understand him. Do not be afraid to ask for advice: even if there are no friends or relatives, well-versed in children's problems, contact your mothers on the street - for sure among them there are those who will help you with pleasure. Do not hesitate to ask for help at home - you must be able to fully relax, sleep. This is very important, since a worn out and exhausted woman, at the end of time, starts willy-nilly to see in her child a source of eternal fatigue and even a burden. It is better to prevent this situation, and your loved ones will definitely meet.
What are the most important tips and advice for young mothers you can give? Most importantly, remember: a child is a huge happiness that has come into your life, your creation - and no one will understand your child better than a mother, so listen to the child, listen to yourself and after a while all the temporary difficulties will go to the background, leaving only everyday joy of communicating with the baby.