How do some teens take care of there new Born babies?

Question

What are some steps about how often to feed them and more?

Answer 1

Usually high school offers a wonderful class called Child Development, which will prepare you for having a baby. If not, going to the Pediatrician on a regular basis will help you very much in raising a child. If possible, ask your mother for help, athough she may not know about the up-to date things for children with our technology these days. There are many places that offer classes on parenting, and the internet is also a wonderful source. Good luck to both you and baby.

Answer 2

In the first few weeks, you need to feed them every 1 1/2 to 2 hours if you're formula feeding, a little more frequently if you're breastfeeding. Their stomachs are about the size of their fists, so, you can see how little they can hold. They will probably only take a couple of ounces at a time.
Yes, it will be hard the first month or so.
Let the baby sleep whenever s/he wants to, but make sure s/he is getting enough sleep. If baby is tired, let it fall asleep. In the early months, don't worry about getting the baby to sleep on his/her own; a baby can't self soothe until at LEAST 3 months (my baby took until about 4months to get to this point; others will take six months). It's ok if the baby falls asleep in your arms, the swing, the car seat, etc., at first.
Change a diaper roughly every two hours for wetness, and as soon as you know the baby has pooped.
If your baby is sleeping well through the night, great! Make sure s/he is getting enough to eat during the day (generally 2-2 1/2 oz for every pound of body weight - so, an 8 pound baby needs 16-20 ouces a day). My baby slept through early, but always got enough food in the day. IF your baby is NOTgetting enough food, you will need to wake him/her to feed (some babies would rather sleep than eat).
You don't need to change them EVERY time they spit up. If it's not a big mess, don't worry about it. Otherwise, you'll be changing them EVERY half hour at first.
If your baby cries, s/he needs something. It may be food, warmth, coolness (too hot), sleep, gas, or just plain old comfort. A baby does not have the wisdom to "manipulate" to get what s/he wants until (at the earliest) three months. So, if s/he is crying, there's a reason.
For gas, try burping, holding the baby upright after feeding, and motion - put baby on his/her back on your legs, and push his knees to his chest, or "pedal" them in a bicycle motion. My baby had bad gass at first.
No solid foods until at least four months, and possibly not for longer. Check with your doctor.
Make sure you keep up with your doctor appointments, and keep a list of questions to ask. Call the office with any question; the nurses will ask, and no question is too stupid. Seriously.
A fever over 100.4 is DEFINITELY a reason to call, as is diarrhea and vomiting (projectile). Almost all babies will spit up though, so, don't worry too much if yours spits up a bit. Also, some babies poop 2-3 times a day, others not for a week or more. If the poop is soft, it's not a problem. If the poop is hard or has blood in it, take baby to the doctor. Wet diapers are more important -8 a day at first (first week) then 6-8 a day after that.
That's all I can think of for now...
Good luck.

Answer 3

On demand feeding. Most babies like to eat every 1 1/2 to 3 hours. Change diaper when wet, keep them clean and warm. You really should go and get a book called "what to expect the first year" This book is a great help at answering questions for first time moms. You question is very general and there is a lot more than feeding when it comes to caring for a newborn.

Answer 4

Well first follow official guides that you find online and then modify it based on how the baby prefers to eat, sleep and play. I would suggest buying "What to expect, the first year" and it is a good read that will explain almost everything you would be worried about but most things you start off doing the best awkward way that you can and quickly you will become a pro. Trust your motherly instinct.

Answer 5

i PREFER SPONGE BATH bUT

a BATH...
A warm place with a flat surface. A bathroom or kitchen counter, changing table or firm bed will work. Even the floor is OK if it isn't cold.
A soft blanket, towel or changing pad. Spread it out for your baby to lie on.
A free hand. Always keep one hand on your baby. On a changing table, use the safety strap as well.
A sink or shallow plastic basin to hold the water. Run several inches of warm water into the basin or sink.
A washcloth, an extra towel, cotton balls, mild baby shampoo, wipes, a clean diaper and a change of clothes. When everything is assembled, undress your baby and wrap him or her in a separate towel.

Answer 6

You can ask your mother for help. You could also find out if your highschool has a daycare if not you can find a family member who will take the baby when you go to school. For feeding you can either pump breastmilk for when your gone or use formula.

Answer 7

After you have a baby, you receive tons of info from the hospital.

Also, take advantage of the experienced doctor that the baby has.

I also love using online, magazine & book info.

Answer 8

Usually the same way older moms take care of them. Bathe them daily, feed them everyday, burp them, change their diapers, love them, etc.