Navigating International Travel with Your Baby: Insect-Related Concernscreated at May 12, 2009Traveling internationally with a baby presents unique insect-related concerns,including mosquito-borne illnesses like Zika and malaria.Protecting your baby requires diligent preventative measures such as using EPA-registered insect repellents (following ag... |
Navigating Insect Bites and Stings: When to Worry for Your Babycreated at May 12, 2009Most insect bites and stings in babies cause only mild reactions like redness,swelling,and itching,requiring only home care like a cool compress and over-the-counter hydrocortisone cream.However,you should seek immediate medical attention if your baby expe... |
How can I be a good mother and still retain my independence?updated at Nov 29, 2024Balancing motherhood and independence in "Baby Blue," or any stage of parenting,requires open communication with your partner (if applicable),proactive self-care prioritizing mental and physical well-being,and establishing clear boundaries that respect bot... |
Everybody gives me different advice. How do I know who to believe?updated at Nov 29, 2024Postpartum depression (PPD) is a form of depression that can affect women after childbirth.It's characterized by persistent sadness,anxiety,and feelings of overwhelming exhaustion,often accompanied by changes in appetite,sleep disturbances,and difficulty b... |
I'm so tired that mothering is no fun. Is this normal?updated at Nov 29, 2024Yes,it's completely normal to feel overwhelmed and tired to the point where mothering feels like no fun.Motherhood is incredibly demanding,both physically and emotionally,and periods of exhaustion and burnout are common experiences,even for the most dedica... |
I thought nursing a baby was going to be a lot easier. My baby is two weeks old and so far it's mostly tears, hers and mine. What's wrong?updated at Nov 29, 2024It's completely normal to feel overwhelmed and tearful when your baby is only two weeks old,especially if it feels like there's a lot of crying.Two weeks is very early,and it's a huge adjustment for both you and your baby.There's nothing inherently *wrong*... |