Family Doctor 2007 - (Page 180) pregnancy & newborn BABY CARE Taking care of a new baby can be overwhelming. Hang in there! The fun is only just beginning. ‘Baby’s home!’ You’re shell-shocked! How can one little bundle demand so much attention? Relax — you can do this! Just take one step at a time. By Marijke Vroomen-Durning, R.N. sleep? Better yet, when will you? Here’s how to overcome those first hurdles of parenthood. O verwhelmed? Taking care of a new baby can unnerve anyone. There’s so much to learn! So many diapers to change … so many feedings … and when will your baby Put car safety first When you bring baby home, you’ll need a rear-facing car seat designed specifically for infants up to 22 pounds. Many hospitals and birthing centers won’t discharge your newborn unless you can prove you have an appropriate model. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) states that infants are safest 180 familydoctor 2007
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