All about about becoming a mum
It is very common to have the weirdest pregnancy cravings when you are pregnant. Even though experts have not been able to establish why certain foods are craved and there are certain food aversions, but as per research presented by Frontiers in Psychology 50%-90% of pregnant women experience cravings at some point during their pregnancy.
When you need to provide relief to your cracked and raw skin, you choose a good, rich moisturizer to help you with. When you are pregnant or start nursing and pumping, chances are your nipples can become chapped, sore, itchy or even bleed at times. At such times you will require a soothing nipple cream to provide relief.
When it comes baby loungers you are spoilt for choice. Most baby loungers give the newborns a sense of familiarity and comfort by mimicking the mother’s womb. These infant loungers are well designed pillows with a groove to ensure your baby can lie down at ease.
They say if you have kids at home, it is a blessed home and that if that home has a padded baby play mat for the kids it is an even bigger blessing. Often underestimated, this floor play mat acts as a lifesaver. To start off with, it is a perfect area for tummy time and in the later years can be used as a safe, designated play area. The cushioning on the mat is perfect for early crawlers and walkers preventing falls and tumbles.
A practice that has been followed over generation is Swaddling. This involves wrapping your baby in a blanket to keep them secure. The infant’s arms and legs are ticked in tightly and the blanket envelopes them neck down. When you swaddle your baby, you are essentially giving the position of the womb to your infant.
Swaddling prevents the baby from getting startled from sounds or even no reason at all. This reflex last for about 3-6 months but can tend to prevent the baby from sleeping. Swaddling enables the baby to sleep soundly and sleep longer, giving you some extra time as well.
You may feel that moms make breastfeeding look so easy but don’t worry, that’s not the case. It’s a natural process but some new moms require a little help to kickstart smooth breastfeeding!
Even if you get off to a difficult breastfeeding start, it doesn’t mean you won’t come around to nursing with ease. A little assistance with your breastfeeding nipple shields and you and your baby will find a sync.
