How wonderful it is for a woman to hear that she is going to create a new life within her womb! Soon the joy wears off, to be replaced by practical apprehensions. There are unexpected expenses to be borne, as well as physical discomforts like swollen ankles and hands, morning sickness, constipation, back pain, etc. Mainly, the mother-to-be is preoccupied with getting cheap maternity wear.
Here is where shopping skills and creativity take a hand! And not to be forgotten is "style". Pregnant or not pregnant, a woman wants to look good at all times! Fortunately for her, modern designers have taken everything into account to create stylish but cheap maternity wear!
A few hints on where the pregnant woman can go shopping for cheap maternity wear:
(1) Which are the best places to look for anything, used products or new? Classified advertisements placed in newspapers, even advertisements placed on the Net, and special newspapers that display used products for sale.
(2) Since most maternity clothes are worn for just one pregnancy (excluding women with multiple births), those that are put up for sale have been used carefully and so can be safely bought. Sometimes, they have been so well taken care of that the clothes appear almost new! Consignment shops and thrift stores offer this type of wear at affordable bargains. They are trendy in design too, because one woman always knows another woman's tastes!
(3) Since we are talking about used clothing, it is advisable not to go in for underwear that has already been worn once. At the same time, special maternity underwear can be quite costly. The mother-to-be can be thrifty and purchase the same type of underwear that she always uses, but in a larger size.
(4) Another thing to be borne in mind is a nursing brassiere. If the mother-to-be is planning to breast-feed the newborn, some amount has to be spent on getting a good, new nursing brassiere.
(5) It is not only available at adult stores, but also at children's consignment shops. Though the main stuff on display is related to babies, a rack or two is allotted for maternity clothes (used ones) as well. In fact, the same shops come in useful even after the baby is born! Or the mother-to-be can go ahead and prepare a wardrobe for the arriving newborn much before time, since there are time constraints once the actual delivery takes place.
(6) Is it too boring and time-consuming to go traipsing from store to store? Well, the Web World offers a solution. Plenty of online stores offer cheap maternity wear. One can go through the whole gamut at one go!
(7) An added bonanza is that a majority of the online shops display clearance ranks and sales pages. These are not too hard to find, provided a little patience is displayed while browsing the Internet since each web site has its own way of presenting things. Whatever it may be, the rewards offered are fantastic!
(8) The cheap maternity wear displayed on the clearance pages keep changing. So, it would be wiser to bookmark favorite online stores and save them in a folder marked "favorites". A click each time will guide the visitor to the right page. Also, keeping track of changing trends becomes easy.
(9) But there are those pregnant women who would still like to go in for new maternity wear, even if they are expensive. This is not for them! An easy way out would be to purchase a few basic pieces that can be mixed and matched, creating the impression of varied outfits. Dresses that can be worn only one way are therefore not to be bought. Skirts, jackets and slacks are the most suited for this purpose.
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Wednesday, January 23, 2008
Sunday, January 20, 2008
Stress Free Holidays During Your Pregnancy
Holidays can already be a stressful time, and mix that with pregnancy and hormones and you can be asking for trouble. I’m not meaning for just the pregnant woman either, anyone and everyone in her path. Women already feel the pressure of having that perfect holiday for her family, which is probably why she decides to do 100 things at a time...stressing herself out in the end. However, she doesn’t have to have a stressful holiday. There are five ways to make your holidays something to remember.
Mark the Dates
Go out and buy yourself a calendar for the holidays. Post it up on the wall and start marking dates. You won’t need to stress out because you won’t be double booking yourself. This can also help you in preplanning, mark the day you should send out the holiday cards or buy certain items.
Choosing Your Activities
During the holiday season you are sure to be invited to a couple of parties. It isn’t necessary to attend every one of them. Decide which ones you’ll enjoy the most, maybe two or three and explain to the rest you’ll miss going but need some rest.
Choose Where You’ll Go
Whether you want to stay home for the holidays with your own family or go across country to be with the entire family the decision should be yours. Don’t feel guilty telling them you won’t be making it this year, explain you need rest and traveling isn’t very helpful. You may even want to extend an invitation for the family to come to your house instead.
Designating Jobs
If you’ve decided to have the holidays at your house you can still have a good time. Don’t forget that asking for help is okay. No one expects you to do it all on your own. Do you really have to cook the ham, bake the potatoes, make a cake, clean the house and set up the tree all by yourself? Designate others to help, they'll feel happy you’ve given them something to do instead of sit around waiting while they watch you do it all.
Shopping Time
Shopping during the holiday season can be a nightmare that you don’t need to attempt while pregnant. It’s safer to just stay home during some of those sales. Instead you may want to try shopping online, not only will you be home but you can relax. The only thing you’ll need is a credit card and let your fingers do the work. You can even do all your holiday shopping early and have it delivered right to your front door. All you need to do is wrap it up and hide it in the closet.
Remember the holiday season is all about making memories that’ll last. You may be pregnant but you don’t have to sit at home the whole time stressed out, instead you can actually enjoy yourself with these helpful tips. Don’t forget to take a little time off to do something just for you, after all you deserve it.
Mark the Dates
Go out and buy yourself a calendar for the holidays. Post it up on the wall and start marking dates. You won’t need to stress out because you won’t be double booking yourself. This can also help you in preplanning, mark the day you should send out the holiday cards or buy certain items.
Choosing Your Activities
During the holiday season you are sure to be invited to a couple of parties. It isn’t necessary to attend every one of them. Decide which ones you’ll enjoy the most, maybe two or three and explain to the rest you’ll miss going but need some rest.
Choose Where You’ll Go
Whether you want to stay home for the holidays with your own family or go across country to be with the entire family the decision should be yours. Don’t feel guilty telling them you won’t be making it this year, explain you need rest and traveling isn’t very helpful. You may even want to extend an invitation for the family to come to your house instead.
Designating Jobs
If you’ve decided to have the holidays at your house you can still have a good time. Don’t forget that asking for help is okay. No one expects you to do it all on your own. Do you really have to cook the ham, bake the potatoes, make a cake, clean the house and set up the tree all by yourself? Designate others to help, they'll feel happy you’ve given them something to do instead of sit around waiting while they watch you do it all.
Shopping Time
Shopping during the holiday season can be a nightmare that you don’t need to attempt while pregnant. It’s safer to just stay home during some of those sales. Instead you may want to try shopping online, not only will you be home but you can relax. The only thing you’ll need is a credit card and let your fingers do the work. You can even do all your holiday shopping early and have it delivered right to your front door. All you need to do is wrap it up and hide it in the closet.
Remember the holiday season is all about making memories that’ll last. You may be pregnant but you don’t have to sit at home the whole time stressed out, instead you can actually enjoy yourself with these helpful tips. Don’t forget to take a little time off to do something just for you, after all you deserve it.
Tuesday, December 11, 2007
Tips On Baby Shower Etiquette
Proper baby shower etiquette can lend fun and joy to baby shower party. You can have lots of fun at the party by implying a little knowledge and some baby shower planning . Everyone is sure to enjoy the event and carry lovely memories after a wonderful celebration.The traditional rule with a baby shower is that anyone can throw it except for the couple that are having the baby. The proper baby shower etiquette says that someone who is not related to the couple should throw the baby shower.
The reason for this is that it won't look as though the family are asking for gifts. But this isn't necessarily true and we don't always follow tradition anymore. It should be that anyone who is close to you and willing to plan your baby shower should do so.It is good to do baby shower planning prior to the birth of the child. Hosting a baby shower after the arrival of the baby would not be so much of fun without the pot belly mother. The best time for hosting a baby shower would be somewhere between seventh and the ninth month when the mother has a big round belly.
Take care not to plan the party just before the due date, in case the baby arrives sooner than expected. On the other hand a baby shower party in the first few months would not be as exciting without the bulging belly. Before any invitations are sent out, the mom-to-be needs to decide on a day that would suit her and also go through the guest list to make sure that no one has been left out. If it is for a second or third baby, the guests would normally just be close friends and family.
Normally, for any baby shower, it is just women who are invited. Though men were not normally invited, but it was quite common for the man to show at the end of the party to help his wife with the presents. Now days, it seems that it is fine for men to a part of the baby shower.Baby showers are quite commonly held at country clubs, parks, restaurants, bars or any other place where people are able to get together. It is, however, a bit more personal and more comfortable if it is held in someone's house.It is only fair that the person who is organizing or hosting the baby shower should pay for it. It should be considered as a gift to the mom-to-be. The rest of the gifts should be practical.
As a baby shower could work out quite pricey, multiple people could throw the baby shower, which then helps with splitting the costs.Choice of food can vary depending upon the tastes. While hosting a baby shower, you can take your pick from finger foods, appetizers or having full course at a big restaurant.
Light snacks at such parties have disappeared since long. Nowadays, people often opt for buffet with cold beverages, coffee, wine and other drinks during baby shower planning. A cake is still a standard party etiquette at a baby shower. I think you've learned a lot from the baby shower etiquette above. In the end, remember that baby showers are meant to have fun, so enjoy!
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Looking for more ideas for baby showers? Qing Gu shares with you loads of helpful articles here for baby shower beginners...plus many advanced topics:http://www.coolest-baby-shower-idea.com/babyshower.htmlAlso sign up with the Planning A Baby Shower FREE eCourse, you'll be enjoying all the fun and innovative ways to make sure your baby shower party a great succes.
The reason for this is that it won't look as though the family are asking for gifts. But this isn't necessarily true and we don't always follow tradition anymore. It should be that anyone who is close to you and willing to plan your baby shower should do so.It is good to do baby shower planning prior to the birth of the child. Hosting a baby shower after the arrival of the baby would not be so much of fun without the pot belly mother. The best time for hosting a baby shower would be somewhere between seventh and the ninth month when the mother has a big round belly.
Take care not to plan the party just before the due date, in case the baby arrives sooner than expected. On the other hand a baby shower party in the first few months would not be as exciting without the bulging belly. Before any invitations are sent out, the mom-to-be needs to decide on a day that would suit her and also go through the guest list to make sure that no one has been left out. If it is for a second or third baby, the guests would normally just be close friends and family.
Normally, for any baby shower, it is just women who are invited. Though men were not normally invited, but it was quite common for the man to show at the end of the party to help his wife with the presents. Now days, it seems that it is fine for men to a part of the baby shower.Baby showers are quite commonly held at country clubs, parks, restaurants, bars or any other place where people are able to get together. It is, however, a bit more personal and more comfortable if it is held in someone's house.It is only fair that the person who is organizing or hosting the baby shower should pay for it. It should be considered as a gift to the mom-to-be. The rest of the gifts should be practical.
As a baby shower could work out quite pricey, multiple people could throw the baby shower, which then helps with splitting the costs.Choice of food can vary depending upon the tastes. While hosting a baby shower, you can take your pick from finger foods, appetizers or having full course at a big restaurant.
Light snacks at such parties have disappeared since long. Nowadays, people often opt for buffet with cold beverages, coffee, wine and other drinks during baby shower planning. A cake is still a standard party etiquette at a baby shower. I think you've learned a lot from the baby shower etiquette above. In the end, remember that baby showers are meant to have fun, so enjoy!
About the Author
Looking for more ideas for baby showers? Qing Gu shares with you loads of helpful articles here for baby shower beginners...plus many advanced topics:http://www.coolest-baby-shower-idea.com/babyshower.htmlAlso sign up with the Planning A Baby Shower FREE eCourse, you'll be enjoying all the fun and innovative ways to make sure your baby shower party a great succes.
Maternity Clothes - Dressing For Your Pregnancy
If you are pregnant and will soon become a mommy, you may be wondering on the types of clothes you can wear and the maternity clothes currently available for you in the market. Even if you are pregnant, there are many choices when it comes to maternity clothing to keep you both stylish and comfortable even with a growing belly.
What to wear?Some of your clothes may start to feel tight as early as 10 or 12 weeks, but you probably won't need to buy anything special until the fourth or fifth month. Men's sweaters and shirts (borrow your partner 's) are often cut big and baggy and can work for casual wear night until the end. Choose breathable, wrinkle-resistant fabrics such as stretchy cotton knits in coordinating colors and patterns.Intimate apparel for pregnant women is available from cotton nursing bras, bikini panties and maternity thongs.
Cotton nursing bras can stretch and have multiple hook options. Maternity thongs that are soft and stretchable comfortably sit below your growing belly. Bikini panties are made of cotton material and available in very fresh colors as well as designs from florals, stripes and other prints. Bikini panties are very comfortable underwear for expecting mothers to be.How to buy maternity clothes?So now you know that you can wear all types of clothes during your mom-to-be phase.
But hold on. You need to consider some aspects before you start shopping for maternity clothesYou should buy maternity clothes which give you extra room. The primary comforts should focus on belly and bust. You should even consider plus size maternity clothes if you are expecting twins. You should buy your basic items made up of stretchable fabrics.Shoes* Your feet can grow a size during pregnancy (sometimes permanently) so don’t buy lots of new shoes early on that you’re never going to wear again.
Stick to round-toe Mary Janes, roomy flat boots and old fashioned plimsolls with the laces taken out – this is uber-fashionable at the moment and will accommodate your swollen feet while rendering you effortlessly cool. Before your start shopping for the maternity clothes that you think you are likely comfortable to wear, there are several important considerations. It is of utmost importance to consider buying extra room when it comes to maternity clothes purchase. The breast and the belly area should be comfortable.
Choose those made of stretch material.Do not buy too many bras and instead buy one or two at a time as during the entire pregnancy course your bust size will still increase. Nursing bras should be bought during the final pregnancy months.If you are not into shopping at your local retail shops or malls, you can always go online for some of their maternity clothes selection. You get to shop without leaving the home.
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What to wear?Some of your clothes may start to feel tight as early as 10 or 12 weeks, but you probably won't need to buy anything special until the fourth or fifth month. Men's sweaters and shirts (borrow your partner 's) are often cut big and baggy and can work for casual wear night until the end. Choose breathable, wrinkle-resistant fabrics such as stretchy cotton knits in coordinating colors and patterns.Intimate apparel for pregnant women is available from cotton nursing bras, bikini panties and maternity thongs.
Cotton nursing bras can stretch and have multiple hook options. Maternity thongs that are soft and stretchable comfortably sit below your growing belly. Bikini panties are made of cotton material and available in very fresh colors as well as designs from florals, stripes and other prints. Bikini panties are very comfortable underwear for expecting mothers to be.How to buy maternity clothes?So now you know that you can wear all types of clothes during your mom-to-be phase.
But hold on. You need to consider some aspects before you start shopping for maternity clothesYou should buy maternity clothes which give you extra room. The primary comforts should focus on belly and bust. You should even consider plus size maternity clothes if you are expecting twins. You should buy your basic items made up of stretchable fabrics.Shoes* Your feet can grow a size during pregnancy (sometimes permanently) so don’t buy lots of new shoes early on that you’re never going to wear again.
Stick to round-toe Mary Janes, roomy flat boots and old fashioned plimsolls with the laces taken out – this is uber-fashionable at the moment and will accommodate your swollen feet while rendering you effortlessly cool. Before your start shopping for the maternity clothes that you think you are likely comfortable to wear, there are several important considerations. It is of utmost importance to consider buying extra room when it comes to maternity clothes purchase. The breast and the belly area should be comfortable.
Choose those made of stretch material.Do not buy too many bras and instead buy one or two at a time as during the entire pregnancy course your bust size will still increase. Nursing bras should be bought during the final pregnancy months.If you are not into shopping at your local retail shops or malls, you can always go online for some of their maternity clothes selection. You get to shop without leaving the home.
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Saturday, October 13, 2007
Sports Apparel for Infants
Ben has lived in Orlando, Florida for more than 30 years. This was after the family moved from New York to a place that had a warmer climate.
People in this state took pride in the sports clubs that were some of the best in the league. This included the Orlando Magic’s in the NBA and the Miami Dolphins in the NFL.
Ben wanted the son to play basketball just like this person did back in college. The former player thought that it is never too early to start even if the baby was less than 2 years old.
Since this baby could talk and walk already, it was time to introduce the infant to the sport. At first, the two would watch the game on television then later on even go together to watch the game itself.
Having the baby wear infant clothes to the first game wasn’t cool for this father. This individual wanted the baby to stand out so the only thing to do will be to buy sports apparel for the little boy.
The TD Waterhouse Stadium, which was the home court of this team, had a souvenir shop in one of the lower levels. Since there were also other stores nearby that had this, Ben decided to go there instead.
The store was huge since it had memorabilia and outfits of other NBA teams on the walls and shelves. It took some time to find the black outfit with the words Orlando Magic’s written in blue but it was there.
The sports apparel for infants was different from those of kids or adults. This is because it is one-piece set that had an easy snap closure at the bottom and top left shoulder making this easy to put on or take off.
After mentioning the age of the baby to the sales clerk and trying on the one for 18 and 24 months, Ben was able to buy one that right one that made the infant look cute in front of the mirror.
During the game, the camera was focused on Ben and the baby. People took pictures of the two and this was even shown on television.
The Orlando Magic’s won the game that day against Dallas Mavericks. Maybe it was the outfit the infant wore that brought the team luck or everyone did all the tricks that were rehearsed in practice. The important thing is, this brought the team another step closer to making it to the Eastern finals.
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Thursday, October 4, 2007
How You Know If Your Pregnant
These symptoms will help you know if you are pregnant. Keep in mind that you may be feeling these symptoms and may not be pregnant or you may not have any of these symptoms and you may be pregnant. If you suspect that you are pregnant, you should treat your body as if you are until you take a pregnancy test.
Amenorrhea- Amenorrhea is when you stop having your period. This happens right after conception and it will continue until you give birth. If you decide to breastfeed, you may not have your period for a few months after the birth of your baby.
Morning Sickness- This includes nausea at any time of day. Morning sickness can start as early as one week after conception and can last for as long as the first trimester. Only a couple women experience morning sickness in the third trimester. To feel better you can eat crackers or small meals.
Frequent Urination- Do you feel like you constantly need to use the restroom? Frequent urination is something that most women will experience in the early stages of pregnancy. When your uterus grows, it will begin to put pressure on your bladder, giving you the urge to urinate more frequently. Frequent urination can start the first week after conception and can last until you give birth.
Food Cravings- While you are pregnant you are going to require more nutrients to make up for the increased number of calories being used to create the baby. Consequently, you may crave certain foods.
Breast Changes- Your chest may become swollen and tender. You may also notice that your areola (area around the nipple) is darkening and you have blue and pink lines under the skin. These changes are caused by the hCG hormone that begins production once you conceive. These symptoms can begin as early as a few days after conception and can last the duration of your pregnancy.
Exhaustion- Your body is using your energy to create your growing baby which is why you may feel fatigued. You will also notice that you have a higher temperature due to the increased amounts of progesterone being released within your body. This also adds to your fatigued.
Bleeding- When the fertilized egg implants in your uterus, you may experience some light bleeding.
Other Symptoms:
-Sensitivity to Smells
-Food Aversions
-Backache
-Constipation
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Having eight children of his own, Chris Dunn enjoys writing articles about pregnancy for his childbirth website
Friday, September 28, 2007
Baby Shower Party Favors
Planning a baby shower can be fun. Especially when it comes to deciding what will make the best party favors to give to guests to remember the momentous occasion just before the new baby arrives.
The great thing about baby shower favors is there are so many to choose from. You can go to any party store or go online, and you'll find hundreds of choices. May baby shower favors can be ordered in bulk and you and your friends can personalize them for an added touch. Soaps, picture frames and candles are popular baby shower favor gifts. You can purchase soap in bulk shaped like babies, storks or rattles. For an added touch you can take three or four cakes of soap and place them in little pink and blue bowls wrapped in pink or blue plastic wrap and tiny strings of ribbon. Picture frames and candles come in all kinds of wonderful baby colors and shapes You can mix and match them, place them in a decorative bowl, and have guests select one as they enter the party room. Little baby figurines are also a popular choice. You can order baby figurines in the shape of a teddy bear, angel, bunny rabbit, etc, or you can mix and match them and allow your guests to select their favorite.
If you'd rather make homemade baby shower favors, chocolates and cookies are always a welcomed gift. You can bake cookies in baby shapes and design chocolates in the shape of a rattle, baby bottle, etc.
Online sources of baby shower party favors include www.babycenter.com, www.baby-shower.com, www.simplybabystuff.com etc. You can select the gifts you want online, decide on the number of gifts and place the order-all when your baby is asleep and you are free to sit on your computer. Without disrupting any of your activities, the party favors will be delivered at your doorstep.
Party Favors provides detailed information on Party Favors, Wedding Party Favors, Birthday Party Favors, Baby Shower Party Favors and more. Party Favors is affiliated with Wholesale Candy Distributors.
The great thing about baby shower favors is there are so many to choose from. You can go to any party store or go online, and you'll find hundreds of choices. May baby shower favors can be ordered in bulk and you and your friends can personalize them for an added touch. Soaps, picture frames and candles are popular baby shower favor gifts. You can purchase soap in bulk shaped like babies, storks or rattles. For an added touch you can take three or four cakes of soap and place them in little pink and blue bowls wrapped in pink or blue plastic wrap and tiny strings of ribbon. Picture frames and candles come in all kinds of wonderful baby colors and shapes You can mix and match them, place them in a decorative bowl, and have guests select one as they enter the party room. Little baby figurines are also a popular choice. You can order baby figurines in the shape of a teddy bear, angel, bunny rabbit, etc, or you can mix and match them and allow your guests to select their favorite.
If you'd rather make homemade baby shower favors, chocolates and cookies are always a welcomed gift. You can bake cookies in baby shapes and design chocolates in the shape of a rattle, baby bottle, etc.
Online sources of baby shower party favors include www.babycenter.com, www.baby-shower.com, www.simplybabystuff.com etc. You can select the gifts you want online, decide on the number of gifts and place the order-all when your baby is asleep and you are free to sit on your computer. Without disrupting any of your activities, the party favors will be delivered at your doorstep.
Party Favors provides detailed information on Party Favors, Wedding Party Favors, Birthday Party Favors, Baby Shower Party Favors and more. Party Favors is affiliated with Wholesale Candy Distributors.
Wednesday, September 26, 2007
Causes of Baby Diaper Rash and When to Seek Medical Advice
Diaper rash usually looks like a patchwork of bright red skin on your baby’s bottom. Most babies develop a diaper rash sometime or another. Times diaper rash may appear most often are:
• After solid foods are added to your baby’s diet• When your baby is taking antibiotics• When diapers are changed infrequently
Diaper rashes are more common in babies during their first 15 months or anytime your baby wears diapers. Other factors that contribute to diaper rash may include:
• Diarrhea• Use of plastic pants to cover a diaper
The good news about most diaper rashes is most cases disappear after a few days with home treatment.
Signs and symptoms of diaper rash include:
• Red, puffy and sometimes slightly warmer skin in the diaper region, buttocks, thighs and genitals• Baby may seem more uncomfortable than usual especially during diaper changes• Pain from a diaper rash often makes a baby fuss or cry when the diaper area is washed or touched
Causes for diaper rash
If a baby is forced to wear diapers soiled with urine or feces for long periods of time, he or she can experience irritation. A baby’s skin is usually quite sensitive, but even an adult who would wear an undergarment soiled with urine or feces for long periods of time would eventually experience irritation.
Sometimes when babies start to eat solid foods, the content of their stool changes and can increase the likelihood of diaper rash. Changes in baby’s diet can lead to increased frequency of stools, which can cause diaper rash. Breast-fed babies may develop diaper rash in response to something you have eaten.
New products such as a new brand of disposable wipes, diaper or detergent can irritate baby’s bottom. Even the type of detergent or fabric softener you use could be the cause.
Other substances that can add to the problem of diaper rash include ingredients found in:
• Baby lotions• Baby powders• Baby oils
The diaper rash can begin as a simple skin infection then spread to the surrounding regions within the creases of the skin turning into a bacterial or yeast infection.
Be careful about the fit of diapers and clothing. Tight fitting diapers and clothing which rubs against the skin can lead to diaper rash.
If your baby’s diaper rash does not improve within several days of home treatment and more frequent diaper changes, ask your health care provider for advice. If the diaper rash leads to a secondary infection it may require prescription medications. If diaper rash occurs with any of the following, have your child examined by a health care provider:
• Fever• Blisters or boils• A rash that extends beyond the diaper area• Pus or weeping discharge• Rashes that don’t respond to home treatment
Source: Mayo Clinic
Written by: Connie Limon Visit us at http://smalldogs2.com/BabyHealth for an extensive list of FREE reprint articles about Babies and Baby Health.
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• After solid foods are added to your baby’s diet• When your baby is taking antibiotics• When diapers are changed infrequently
Diaper rashes are more common in babies during their first 15 months or anytime your baby wears diapers. Other factors that contribute to diaper rash may include:
• Diarrhea• Use of plastic pants to cover a diaper
The good news about most diaper rashes is most cases disappear after a few days with home treatment.
Signs and symptoms of diaper rash include:
• Red, puffy and sometimes slightly warmer skin in the diaper region, buttocks, thighs and genitals• Baby may seem more uncomfortable than usual especially during diaper changes• Pain from a diaper rash often makes a baby fuss or cry when the diaper area is washed or touched
Causes for diaper rash
If a baby is forced to wear diapers soiled with urine or feces for long periods of time, he or she can experience irritation. A baby’s skin is usually quite sensitive, but even an adult who would wear an undergarment soiled with urine or feces for long periods of time would eventually experience irritation.
Sometimes when babies start to eat solid foods, the content of their stool changes and can increase the likelihood of diaper rash. Changes in baby’s diet can lead to increased frequency of stools, which can cause diaper rash. Breast-fed babies may develop diaper rash in response to something you have eaten.
New products such as a new brand of disposable wipes, diaper or detergent can irritate baby’s bottom. Even the type of detergent or fabric softener you use could be the cause.
Other substances that can add to the problem of diaper rash include ingredients found in:
• Baby lotions• Baby powders• Baby oils
The diaper rash can begin as a simple skin infection then spread to the surrounding regions within the creases of the skin turning into a bacterial or yeast infection.
Be careful about the fit of diapers and clothing. Tight fitting diapers and clothing which rubs against the skin can lead to diaper rash.
If your baby’s diaper rash does not improve within several days of home treatment and more frequent diaper changes, ask your health care provider for advice. If the diaper rash leads to a secondary infection it may require prescription medications. If diaper rash occurs with any of the following, have your child examined by a health care provider:
• Fever• Blisters or boils• A rash that extends beyond the diaper area• Pus or weeping discharge• Rashes that don’t respond to home treatment
Source: Mayo Clinic
Written by: Connie Limon Visit us at http://smalldogs2.com/BabyHealth for an extensive list of FREE reprint articles about Babies and Baby Health.
This article is FREE to republish with the resource box.
Written by: Connie Limon Visit us at http://smalldogs2.com/BabyHealth for an extensive list of FREE reprint articles about Babies and Baby Health.
Potty Training Your Baby From Age 3 Weeks
A new mom will quickly learn when baby is telling her that he is tired or hungry. Baby will also tell you when he is about to soil his diaper - or 'eliminate' in the jargon. The signs are usually a grunting and moving into a certain position.
My son used to get this far away look on his face and he would be very noisy so that everyone around him knew what was on the way!Many moms in America are now practicing 'elimination communication' whereby they watch baby for signs that he is ready to 'eliminate' and then dangle him over the toilet or a potty.
The technique does require virtually constant observation of the baby but apparently baby soon learns the procedure and knows that if he grunts hard enough it saves him having to sit around with a diaper full of you-know-what!The savings achieved through having to buy far fewer diapers are considerable, and of course you would be doing your bit to help the environment.
Potty training at the 'traditional' age of around 2-3 can be a real battle and a scary time for a kid. Starting much earlier would spare you both but the technique does require constant attention and, for this reason, some experts 'pooh-pooh' the idea (sorry!) of starting potty training so early.
Heather Welford of the National Childbirth Trust believes most parents will be too busy to watch baby all day and says 'I think it will always be something practiced by a minority of parents doing it for ideological reasons such as being closer to the baby or to help save the environment'. Two good reasons I would have thought.
Katy Luck runs a website with advice and articles about having babies. Visit her site at http://www.baby-talk.co.uk/
My son used to get this far away look on his face and he would be very noisy so that everyone around him knew what was on the way!Many moms in America are now practicing 'elimination communication' whereby they watch baby for signs that he is ready to 'eliminate' and then dangle him over the toilet or a potty.
The technique does require virtually constant observation of the baby but apparently baby soon learns the procedure and knows that if he grunts hard enough it saves him having to sit around with a diaper full of you-know-what!The savings achieved through having to buy far fewer diapers are considerable, and of course you would be doing your bit to help the environment.
Potty training at the 'traditional' age of around 2-3 can be a real battle and a scary time for a kid. Starting much earlier would spare you both but the technique does require constant attention and, for this reason, some experts 'pooh-pooh' the idea (sorry!) of starting potty training so early.
Heather Welford of the National Childbirth Trust believes most parents will be too busy to watch baby all day and says 'I think it will always be something practiced by a minority of parents doing it for ideological reasons such as being closer to the baby or to help save the environment'. Two good reasons I would have thought.
Katy Luck runs a website with advice and articles about having babies. Visit her site at http://www.baby-talk.co.uk/
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