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by Patricia Hughes

mom comforting upset babyAll babies cry. That is a fact of life. Some babies cry more than others and some have what doctors call colic. Colic basically means the doctor has no idea why the baby is crying. There are some things you can try to soothe your fussy baby and restore peace to your home. Each baby has his own unique preferences, so you will have to try several methods to see which work best. 

Motion is soothing to many babies. The type of motion the baby likes will vary. You can try a baby swing for a short period of time or a vibrating bouncy chair. Walking the baby and swaying in a rhythmic motion is effective for some fussy babies. Others prefer to be rocked in a rocking chair. Through trial and error you will discover which methods work best for your baby.

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baby and mommy signing ILYWe all know how it can be sometimes very frustrating trying to communicate with our baby or toddler. Perhaps one of the newest trends in parenting is baby sign language.  People in the deaf community have known for years that babies could communicate through sign long before their vocal cords allow them to speak, but the trend didn’t really catch on because of the false assumption that signing led to later verbal language development. We now know that not only does signing not keep a baby from talking; it actually helps them to start talking sooner and have better language skills.  

By using sign, children learn how to express themselves with words, and some will even start to put words together in sentences before they turn one.  Sign is also great for relieving some of the frustration you and your child face because they can tell you exactly what they want.  This is especially helpful if your child is ill.  Imagine a child under a year being able to tell you not only that they’re in pain, but where it hurts.

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mommy breastfeeding newborn

by Patricia Hughes

Breastfeeding your baby is one of the greatest gifts you can give your child. The vast majority of women are able to successfully breastfeed their babies. The key to success is knowledge and preparation. The best time to start preparing for breastfeeding is during your pregnancy. This is the perfect time to gain knowledge and information.

Breastfeeding classes are offered at most hospitals and birthing centers. Ask your health care provider for information about classes in your area. The typical class offers information about the benefits of breastfeeding and helpful advice for getting started. A good class will cover different ways to hold the baby during feedings and how to be sure you have the baby latched on properly. The class should offer information about common road blocks, such as sore nipples and how to be sure baby is getting enough milk.

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