Newborn & Baby - November 2007

ive been mixing his formula with bottled water. ice mountain. what you other moms use?

2007-11-26 11:58:20 · 21 answers · asked by poopaloop 1

Background: I'm currently 16 weeks pregnant with my second child. I'm actually still nursing my first. He'll be 14-15 months when this baby is born. I haven't decided whether or not I'll wean him or tandem nurse.

Problems: I would at least try tandem feeding, but I'm afraid of what will happen if I decide it's too hard. I imagine he would be very resentful if I wean him cold turkey after the baby is born. I'm mildly depressed more often than not and I had awful PPD after my son was born. I absolutely hated nursing and if it hadn't been for my husband's support, I most definitely would have given up. I really didn't enjoy breastfeeding until my son was about 3-4 months old.

Since my son will be over 1 year, if I have to choose, I will nurse the newborn. But if anyone has any tips or advice to get me through tandem nursing, that would be great. And if anyone has any ideas on how I can make breastfeeding more pleasant in general this time, that would be great too.

Thanks

2007-11-26 11:56:34 · 4 answers · asked by Heather R 4

He is normally a good baby except that these days he gets bored easily and wants me to carry him...a lot. Having never worked from home before i need some advice please!!:)

2007-11-26 11:20:39 · 3 answers · asked by newmomcs 1

Will it hurt my baby to be around me? I don't know what to do? Any suggestions or tips?

2007-11-26 10:58:53 · 8 answers · asked by kennedy643 1

I am a 20 year old sinlge guy almost 21 and wondered why do i think it would be fun to change a baby diaper? I know its an odd question so please don't give me dumd answers. thanx

2007-11-26 10:58:01 · 26 answers · asked by Anonymous

After being abstinent for 9 months is it okay to drink a little or does it go into the milk and harm the baby?

2007-11-26 10:49:46 · 15 answers · asked by amateurgrower 3

In addition to allowing the family dog to lick her baby in its' face/mouth, my co-worker also lets her daughter eat off the table in restaurants.

We went to a Chinese take-out place over the weekend and me and my buddy both ate out of plates. My friend then took food from her plate and put it on the table for the baby to eat.

I offered to let the baby use the spare plate my soup bowl was on top of, but she was like ,"No that's okay".

When my daughter was a baby, my wife was really cautious about stuff like this. Neither of us let the baby eat off the table.

2007-11-26 09:33:34 · 13 answers · asked by Ras C 1

I am throwing a shower for my sister in law. I need good ideas for games, maybe something that isn't done all the time. What are some fun ones you have played at baby showers?

2007-11-26 09:24:08 · 17 answers · asked by meepleese 2

This Christmas is my sons first christmas. He will be 9 months. I have no idea what to get him. He is still too young and wont understand whats going on. I know my family will buy him clothes and stuff but I just want to buy my baby something!! What did you get your baby, regardless of age..?

2007-11-26 08:58:33 · 17 answers · asked by Stephanie 4

her daddy has blue and i have a funny color, they change from blue gray to green all the time. i hope my daughters will stay blue like her daddy but i am wondering if they will change like min? whats the latest they can change?

2007-11-26 08:50:30 · 23 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-11-26 08:50:16 · 7 answers · asked by giovanna 1

I was just going through my girls bath toys and they all have a white residue on them I threw most of them out just cause I think they should be replaced often but how often. Those squirty toys I often find if I don't end up putting them away don't get emptied and the next time they have a bath there is black stuff that comes out what is this.

2007-11-26 08:34:37 · 10 answers · asked by niknac 1

is it ok to give 1 year old steamed veggies as part of a meal....? or not? i know when you steam them they lack some vitamins, but they are just soft enough for baby!

2007-11-26 08:27:41 · 13 answers · asked by kylie c 1

2007-11-26 08:02:50 · 12 answers · asked by itspink22@sbcglobal.net 6

Hello,
I had a baby on September 1. I exclusively breast fed for two weeks and she was not gaining weight. I tried for a week to supplement with formula and she still lost weight after the third week. Then I started giving her more formula and she began gaining weight. At the time I breastfeeding almost every hour or more. I also pumped and the most I have ever gotten at one time after 45 mins was barely three ounces. I have now done mostly formula, but I still get a little discharge from my nipples if I sqeeze them. Is there any way I can get my supply back up to do breastfeeding exclusively? I have a good medela pump and I work 40 hrs a week, where I could go home for max an hour a day to pump. Also, just so you know, my bra size never changed during of after pregnancy. Is that normal?

2007-11-26 07:43:39 · 6 answers · asked by dnelak 2

My baby boy is a truly happy and energetic baby......... Always playing, trying to grab things and cuddling........ That is when he is being held, not neccesarily be me, but by anone. It seems like he wants a pair of legs to get around. I've bought him playmats and I get down on the floor with him, but no sirey. He wants to be high and on the same level as us.... the older ones :) He is a little strong willed so letting him cry it out and entertain himself is not an option. If he's entertained, in the stroller, the car seat (you know - on the go.......) he's fine, but I can't even put him down on the floor to watch tv. He tries standing up using whatever he can find (the bedskirt, furniture, my pants :) ) - but he's hit himself pretty bad like that... I've caught him crawling a few times so I know he can do it. But if I'm watching he will sit pretty with his hands up waiting for me to get him, no matter how long he has to wait. Any suggestions on how 2 help him b more indep Thx!

2007-11-26 07:43:02 · 4 answers · asked by milliep57 1

I am 32 weeks, with a much planned baby boy!!! I can only take an 8 week maternity leave, and then my son will have to be in daycare. I have said from the begining that i intend to formula feed my baby, as it will be best for my schedule, and for my husband and him to bond. FOR THOSE THAT FORMULA FED.. how did you deal with all the criticism?? I swear!!! people ask me how i intend to nourish my baby, and then when i tell them.. they chastize me!!!!

2007-11-26 06:10:45 · 60 answers · asked by Noah's Mommy 4

How many naps does your little one take and how long do they last throughout the day? Also, please include the age of your child.

Thanks.

2007-11-26 05:52:04 · 12 answers · asked by RearFace@18mo. 6

2007-11-26 05:44:30 · 5 answers · asked by Sergio 4

I know depression is normal right after having a baby. I am just having so much trouble trying to cope with my husband leaving. I need him here so bad and President Bush is taking him away from me and his new baby and only baby. I am going to have a meltdown.

2007-11-26 05:16:06 · 15 answers · asked by pinkjade01 1

Ok so for the past couple of weeks my niece has had her eye look pink...almost like a pink eye but her whole eye is also pink...its getting red. Now her so called dumb *** mother doesnt do anything about it and its pissing me off. She is only 1 year old and cant take care of herself. Her eye is getting really bad...what can or might be the cause of this. I know she needs to see a doctor but until her pathetic mother takes her...what Can I do to help the child. Also the child lately has been eating her feces...what could be the cause of this...is she acting out or seeking attention or is their something pyschologicially wrong with her? please help I really need information on how to help this kid. I know that if this continues I WILL BE CALLING CPS!

2007-11-26 04:46:59 · 14 answers · asked by Agent_m 3

He walks in his walker and does so much. He seems much older then what he is. What Could be the cause of
this?

2007-11-26 04:42:36 · 12 answers · asked by Maria 1

He moves and wiggles all over the place when I try and change his diaper or putting clothes on him, He would much rather roll away form me. Is their anyway I can get him to stop? If we didn't have the battle everyday it wouldn't take as long to get him ready. Just wondering if their is a trick to this :) Thats all.

2007-11-26 04:36:49 · 6 answers · asked by foreveri<3atl 2

My son is 6 months old this week and he does not have any teeth. He RARELY cries or whines but the last couple of days, maybe even almost a week, he gets very fussy at bedtime, cries in his sleep and wakes almost every hour crying and fussing. He gnaws on everything in sight all the time but his gums are not swollen, no white areas, no teeth peeking through. Is this a sign of teething, the constant fussing at nighttime only?

2007-11-26 04:29:40 · 14 answers · asked by ? 6

i am having my 2nd and last baby in june 2008. at that time my son will be 34 months old(almost 3). i want to know my best options for a stroller for both kids, him being a toddler and my new baby being a newborn. it will be the summer time and i plan on doing an insane amount of walking to get back into shape. so not only would the stroller need to harbor 2 children, but it would also need to be stable enough for long distance walks. any one with any info on the best stroller like this for the best price please give me some help!! only serious answers please and thanx for the help!!

2007-11-26 04:27:21 · 8 answers · asked by joo_0420 2

2007-11-26 03:48:28 · 18 answers · asked by cpwade1960 1

Im due January 4th and am going to Target now to buy Huggies Diapers, rash cream and an air purifier. I would like to buy some sort of formula so if I have baby really early I have some formula...

I don't have any clue what to buy, how much to buy?? Someone please give me a heads up.

2007-11-26 03:16:15 · 20 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-11-26 03:04:56 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

Im due January 4th and confused about where to have the newborn sleep. I have a baby safety class in 2 weeks, but am getting the babies room ready now so would like to know what I need ready.

I have a crib and a pack n play that has a basinette. I assembled the basinette and the hooded part kept coming un-velcroed. It's dissapointing.

But anyways, where should the newborn sleep & for how long? When is it safe for baby to sleep in crib?

2007-11-26 02:33:48 · 27 answers · asked by Anonymous

Hi, we are going to put our baby in her own room tonight for the first time. We have a very small flat and her room is right accross from ours. How did it go for you all and is there anything you can offer tip wise? Thanks in advance.

2007-11-26 02:27:32 · 25 answers · asked by brunelscooby 4