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 by Patricia Hughes

fussy baby not happy with his mealMost parents are very excited about baby’s first feedings. After waiting, reading and wondering about what and when to feed solid foods to the baby, you decide to give it a try. However, some babies just aren’t as enthusiastic about the idea of eating from a spoon as their mothers.
 
When to Start
 
Advice on when to start feeding a baby solid food continues to be debated. Not too long ago, four months was the rule of thumb, then four to six months to the current six month recommendation. Still among pediatricians, opinions vary about when to start feeding solids.

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by Patricia Hughes

a newborn baby swaddled and peacefully sleepingIf your baby is born in the hospital, chances are she will be swaddled when she is given to you. Hospital nurses are masters of swaddling newborns. The reason behind the nearly universal use of swaddling in hospitals is the belief that babies sleep better and cry less when they are swaddled. Those adorable, jerky newborn motions interrupt sleep, leading to tears.

The Benefits of Swaddling

Babies sleep longer: Babies are used to being snuggled tight in the womb. While being wrapped tightly in a blanket doesn’t sound great to most adults, it is for a new baby. Hospital nurses, friends and your mother will all tell you that babies do sleep better when they are wrapped.

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