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MD and Founder of DrGreene.com, Alan Greene, gives some insight on how to go green with your baby. Parents need to focus on the three ways chemicals get into all of us: the mouth, nose, and skin. One of the most important investments would be to opt for an organic or clean mattress. Conventional crib mattresses are made with poor materials that are seeped with chemicals your baby will breathe in. Remember they spend almost half of their day in the crib! For their mouths, breastfeeding is the best.
A nicely decorated functional nursery is a safe haven for both parents and babies. Since it will be the room in which a baby will grow and spend most of the time, it's imperative that you decorate it properly to make sure your baby is comfortable spending time in the nursery. Not only should you pay attention to the colour scheme, but think about the furniture you want to invest in as well as a few other important issues that will help you decorate the perfect baby room.
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Corkey Harvey, MS, RN, IBCLC, discusses the best ways to get your baby to burp. Many parents may do this differently, which is completely fine. How you decide to burp your baby, whether it’s with gentle rocking or light pats on the back, depends on the baby, so it’s important to have a good understanding of their needs. The upright position with some rubbing and light patting can help, or you might want to try something else. Just be sure not to pat your baby’s back too hard, and keep in mind that they love rhythmic patterns.
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Lactation Specialist Wendy Haldeman walks us through the process of changing a baby’s diaper step-by-step, and offers more tips about cleaning your baby’s stool along the way. Many pediatricians recommend not using chemical wipes, but opt for soap and water instead. You’ll also never want to leave your baby on a changing table, so Wendy suggests keeping an Air-Pot filled with water on the table every day so you’re always ready to change your baby’s diaper.
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