Coming home from the hospital with your newborn is exciting and scary all at once. What should you anticipate in these first few weeks? Bonding: You may not have felt an immediate connection with your baby. That is okay. Take time to relax and bond, and the connection will come. Practice skin-to-skin as often as […]
January is National Birth Defects Prevention Month Birth defects are common, costly, and critical. Every 4½ minutes, a baby is born with a major birth defect in the United States. Become an active participant in National Birth Defects Prevention Month by joining the nationwide effort to raise awareness of birth defects, their causes, and their […]
During your pregnancy you probably will learn about Kangaroo Care, the practice of holding your baby skin-to-skin after birth. But do you know the facts? Double check your knowledge on who benefits from Kangaroo Care and how. Myth: Only premature babies need Kangaroo Care. Truth: All babies benefit from Kangaroo Care, whether premature or […]
By Kaitlyn Silvestri Ellis, CPST Take this checklist to the hospital with you to remember what to do and look for when strapping your newborn in their car seat for the first time, and every time. ✔ Is the baby wearing light clothing? Remember no snow suits or jackets! (a warm blanket can be placed over […]
Thanksgiving is notoriously one of the largest family meals of the year. If you’re battling pregnancy nausea and morning sickness this November, you might be in for a rough holiday. Here are some tips for making it through the meal without upsetting your already delicate stomach. Don’t Starve Yourself. Eat small amounts of food throughout […]
Education is a powerful tool when creating your birth plan. It’s important to have all the information available so you can make informed decisions about your maternity care. Here are some resources to use if you are seeking support or information when making a birth plan: Improving Birth What they do: Promote evidence-based care and […]
September 18-24 is National Child Passenger Safety Week. Did you know 75-90% of car seats are used incorrectly? Kaitlyn Silvestri Ellis, a local Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician, shared some tips on car seat safety. How to choose which car seat is right for your child’s age and size: Children under 2 should always rear […]
When Keira Wickliffe Berger moved to Lexington from Michigan one year ago, she was excited for the hiking opportunities the area could offer. She and her husband are “outdoorsy types,” and she wanted to continue the hobby of hiking with her one-year-old son along. Berger read about an organization called Hike It Baby online and […]
The first year of your baby’s life will see huge leaps in physical development. So what can you do to help him reach those milestones of mobility? Read on for some tips. Head Control: It all begins with head control. Your newborn will probably have a very wobbly head, and developing the neck muscles is […]
Introducing your baby to solid foods is a major milestone- and not one to be taken lightly. The CDC found that many parents were starting their babies on solid foods too early. Mothers are often overeager to start solids thinking it will help a baby sleep better, or it will cause them to drink less […]
