ABC's of daily care

I went to thursday class, not bad...it explained about Bathing and skin care...and how to choose a pediatrician..since we r in that stage of choosing one, I find it quite good..
Its a DVD presentation, so I am little confused to mention he or she, let me say she..will share some of the nice tips with u all..
1. Consider the pediatrician by fixing an appointment with him/her, and choose some of the questions to know him better, I forgot to take notes of it, I guess u can get it from net definitely. (thats really a nice idea)
2. And then check whether the doctor is included in your insurance
3. Check the environment of your pediatrician hospital whether its clean, and etc

Bathing issues:
1. Shampoo the baby once or twice a week only, and after that make sure you dried the baby properly otherwise there is a chance for him/her to get cradle cap.
2. Temp should be below 90F. Use your elbow to make sure the water temperature..
3. Bath from head to toe
4. If you find any diaper rashes put proper ointment for that.
5. First few months keep the baby away from direct sunlight.
6. Use SF15 sun screen lotion

And massaging the baby (massge the toes legs...) will help babies growth...

I guess this weekend is going to be fun...lets see
Breastfeeding class is on saturday...planned to attend that too.
chao

Things to bring to hospital

Two to three weeks before baby is expected, its better to keep the things you need in a bag and
keep it separately. I got these brochures from my friend. so thought of sharing it with you, I guess it will be useful for you...

For mom, Two to three night dresses (button in front for easier breast feeding), a dressing gown, nursing bras, toiletries (soap, moisturizer or oil, brush, paste, comb, bindis etc), slippers, going home outfit, if you are in a cold place winter Jackets, gloves, scarf...

For the baby: Disposable diapers, baby clothes, blanket, going home outfit.

Just these are necessary items mentioned there other than that whatever we want we can pack..

Enjoy your pregnancy! ;-D

Questions to ask your doctor:

Before pregnancy:
* Are my immunizations up to date?
* What medications should I avoid?
* Do I have any health problems that should be treated prior to conception?
* Should I have my iron levels checked?
* What kind of prenatal vitamin should I take?

Pregnancy

* Are there any limitations on exercise, type of exercise, intensity, duration or frequency?
* How long can I continue jogging?
* Should I limit or avoid certain foods?
* Should I limit or avoid any recreational activities?
* What foods are especially healthy during pregnancy?
* What is a healthy amount of weight for me to gain?
* Should I get a flu shot?
* Are there any hazards in my work environment (computers, chemicals) to be concerned about?
* Do any of my hobbies pose any hazards that might harm the baby?
* What prenatal tests are recommended for me?
* Are there any beauty/spa treatments that I should avoid?
* Is sex safe throughout my entire pregnancy?
* How long can I sleep on my back?
* When is it no longer safe to fly?
* How should I position my seat belt around my belly?
* What symptoms of problems should I watch out for?
* How will I know I’m in labor, and how soon should I call the office?
* Are my nipples suitable for breastfeeding? (Inverted, retracting, or flat nipples can be problematic, but are easily “fixed” prior to delivery)
* Is it safe to take hot baths during pregnancy?
* When do we get an ultrasound?
* How often should I schedule appointments?

Labor and Delivery Questions

* Are there any exercises I can do now to help make labor go easier or faster?
* How long should I wait before going to the hospital/birthing center?
* Who will deliver my baby?
* Who can I invite to the birth (limits on number or age of invitees)?
* Can I drink/snack during labor?
* Can I wear my own clothing during labor?
* Can we videotape the birth?
* Besides medication, what alternative pain management techniques do you recommend?
* What can we do to help labor along before going to the hospital or birthing center?

Postpartum Questions

* Should I continue to take prenatal vitamins?
* How soon can I resume exercise?
* How long should I wait before having sex?
* Who should I call if I encounter problems breastfeeding?
* How much depression/moodiness is normal?
* How long should I wait to take a hot bath or sit in a hot tub?
* How soon can I start to try to lose my pregnancy weight?

August events in Babies r us

* Your Baby Seminar: The ABCs of Daily Care
Tuesday, August 7th - 7pm

* Breastfeeding & Maternity Fair
Saturday, August 11th - 11am - 3pm

* Home Safety Seminar: Baby-proofing Essentials
Tuesday, August 14th - 7pm

* Crib Notes Seminar: Help Your Baby Sleep
Tuesday, August 21st - 7pm

So these are the classes they are going to conduct in babies r us..Its free..so ppl who want to attend, just call your nearby babies r us baby registry, and register your name..
byeee

22 weeks..

Last friday, July 27th, we went to do my 22nd week ultrasound...its amazing to see the baby again ;-D, and I wanted to see what he is doing when i felt the movement, luckily I got the opportunity. When I felt the movement I saw him, he move his hand up and down, when he hit my belly I felt that movement...BP 100/50, weight 134.5pounds, and doctor said everything about the baby and me is normal...

Priya (one of my closest friend) gave birth to a boy baby on saturday. But she is in her 36th week only...her BP is high from 30th week...On saturday eve when her husband came from the hospital (he is a child specialist), he saw her face swelled and immediately he took her to hospital for checkup, and the doctor suggested its better to do C-section then itself, so did it at 6.42PM, new addition in to her family. He is underweight, 1700gms, so he is in the incubator, he has 31 week growth only, after her BP he didnt grow....stress reduced his growth...Mom and the baby is doing fine...once she can able to feed him, he will be alright. But for now he couldnt do that as he has no strength to do that...but she started feeding him from yesterday, after few seconds he became tired...I guess in a week he'll do fine...God be with them...

A year ago, she is pregnant with a girl baby, her BP is too high, its 220 in her 5th month and she lost the baby..thats y doctors this time suggested C-section...Last time I couldnt understand her pain, I felt y she is having this much regret, she can gave birth to another baby otherwise also she can adopt a child...But after 5months losing the baby is mmm yeah its not that easy as i thought..I felt that pain when I the doctors said baby has increased downsyndrome...Now everything is normal but those few days is hell...

Ok chao ppl...Eat well, sleep well, no pressure, no tension...Relax and Be happy always...