Hi iam going into tomorrow to be induced and just have a couple questions about a newborn. This is my first baby and for some reason i think iam not going to know what to do i have never babysat a newborn, so many worries...
How do you normally clean the thing left on her belly button from the umblican cord and iam planning on breastfeeding but does it hurt.
and is this normal to have so many worries lol i just think she's going to be crying her head off and iam not going to know what to do.
Anyways what do you'll think of the name Trina Rae?
Thanks you anyone for any help
<3
2007-04-11 02:53:56 · 23 answers · asked by stepahnie w 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby
Beautiful name! The L&D nurses will help you figure out everything. They show you, teach you, train you (lol). Any questions you have, they will answer. Just make sure you ask them, don't be afraid, they have heard everything. Good luck and congrats!!
2007-04-11 03:00:04 · answer #1 · answered by punkin_eater26 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I have a 4 week old...my first, so I know what you're going through. Instincts kick in, trust me. I took care of my nieces when they were small, but it's a whole other ballgame when you realize you're responsible for someone that belongs to you.
Anyway, the umbilical stump should be swabbed with an alcohol pad...like what they swab you with when you get a shot. They should give you some at the hospital, but ask them if they don't. You can buy them at places like Walgreens if you need to.
I couldn't get my son to latch on with breastfeeding so I pumped. It's a tad uncomfortable, but I never actually hurt when I pumped. It's just a strange feeling when you've never done it before. Your boobs will fill up with milk (or engorge) after a few days probably. Don't be scared...you'll look like a porn star and it'll feel wierd, but warm showers help alot. Take some Ibuprofen as well. Be sure to watch your areolas and nipples for cracking. You can get this stuff that's olive oil based to put on them to keep them hydrated and it won't hurt the baby. It's called sweet oil. It's just a few dollars and it works great. Also, if you are unsure about what you're doing, your hospital should have a lactation consultant. Talk with one, they can show you different holds and things to help both you and your baby be more comfortable. They also gave me something really great for sore boobs. They're silicone inserts (look like breast pads) that you can stick in the freezer and get them cold. They feel good on just to cool off if you have a hot flash or for the pain as well.
As for the crying...instincts kick in as well. Call your pediatrician if you're not sure...night or day. That's what they're there for. A good thing to do too is if you have a relative or a friend that has or has had a baby, ask them if they can be your go to person for questions. Any good friend wouldn't hesitate to offer their input/advice.
I'm surrounded by tons of people that have babies or small children, so I don't have to panic. You'll be fine though. And yes, Trina Rae is a very cute name.
2007-04-11 10:08:57 · answer #2 · answered by sweet_trixie_1977 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's okay. Relax. :-)
The good news is that you will have plenty of time in the hosptial with the baby with the nurses to help you with any questions you have. They'll show you how to do lots of things so you won't go home feeling like you're clueless.
As far as the umbilical cord stump goes, you'll need to use alcohol on it during EVERY diaper change until it falls off. They should give you some individual alcohol wipes, if not, boxes of them at Walgreens are very inexpensive. Also, baby cannot have a bath until the stump falls off. Only wipe downs until then.
Your hospital should have a licensed lactation consultant on staff to help you with breastfeeding correctly so that it doesn't cause any unnecessary pain.
I love the name Trina Rae. Very pretty!
Congratulations! Try not to worry too much. Your mommy instincts will kick in after your baby is here. You have nothing to worry about. :-)
2007-04-11 10:02:51 · answer #3 · answered by onerockinmamato2 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you can clean that area around the belly button with rubbing alcohol. Use a cotton ball put the rubbing alcohol on it then very gently wipe around that area. It will dry up and fall off after a few weeks. The first few times you breastfeed it will hurt because you are not used to it. But keep at it. don't give up. The nurses at the hospital will show you how to breastfeed and what to do. Yes, it is normal to have so many worries. It is a very natural thing.
Also, a little advice, have a feeding schedule for your baby and stick to it. Also, after she eats don't forget to burp her. I would constantly forget to burp my oldest son (now 14) and he would cry I would think he was hungry so I would put him to my boob (breastfeeding) he wouldn't want that, so I changed him, didn't need that either. Then when I would pick him up or whatever (pat his back) big ole loud burp would come out and you could just tell he felt soooo much better.
lessons learned from first time mothering.
You will do just great. Also, if you have questions, ask other parents what they would do for such-and such situation.
2007-04-15 01:42:46 · answer #4 · answered by uniquelybeautifulstore 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My doc told me to clean the stump with just a tad bit of alcohol. Some people think that's irritating to the skin. Whatever you do to it, just keep it clean and DRY. Don't give the baby a full bath til it falls off...sponge bathe.
Breastfeeding can be tricky and painful. Or it can be neither. For me it was tricky (short nipples is what they told me) and because my daughter was having to struggle with them the first couple of days, they HURT. I'm talking tears and a chill when she first latched on each time. But even that went away after maybe 30 seconds.
Get the book "what to expect the first year". You will have plenty of reading time in the hospital. Read ahead. And don't hesitate to call the nursery even after you leave the hospital if you have questions. They have heard it all and can help with anything.
Just always keep in mind...the baby is just a small person. When she's crying, go through the basic questions...is she hungry? is she wet/dirty? is she hot/cold? is she gassy? does she need a hug? Babies like the strangest things, too, so don't be afraid to try something weird (noises, bouncing, idiot faces and songs). My daughter could not stand being held facing you...she was going to miss something. I'm talking from the day she came home! People wanted to show me how your are "supposed" to rock her or burp her or whatever. But it was wrong for HER! Get to know your daughter as a unique person and accept her for that regardless of the advice other people give you and you will be just fine!
Congrats!
2007-04-11 10:13:03 · answer #5 · answered by ladybug 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
At first you will just have to clean around the embilical cord. Until it falls of just use soap and water and you can also use rubbing alcohol a little though.You aren't alone with not knowing if you will know what to do. I had babysat before but never a newborn and I was scared to death.It is a scary thing at first because you have yourself so worked up it is all in your head. There will be some things that you will want to call and ask someone about but you will know what to do. Don't worry i thought that there would be way to much crying and I wouldn't know what to do. Their is crying but not every sec. of every day. You will be fine just calm down and good luck
2007-04-11 10:07:29 · answer #6 · answered by Whitney C 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is all very overwhleming, no? A baby is much easier to take care of when it is inside of you! I, like you, had no previous baby experience when I brought my son home. You will figure it all out in time, the ugly little cord stump will dry up and fall off, and before you know it, it will be replaced with a cute little bellybutton! And, yes, she will cry her head off, but you will soon see that her mom is all she needs. Newborns want to eat all the time at first, so get your naps in whan she is napping. I found that days two and three were the worst. Your milk isn't in at that time, and your lovely little babe isn't happy about it. Just keep nursing through this. This is when your milk supply is being established,and soon enough you will wake up with very (painful)large, full breasts. And remember: no one ever died from sleep deprivation and this will soon be a distant memory.
Good luck with Trina!
2007-04-11 10:18:49 · answer #7 · answered by ruby1duby 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Relax!!! It's totally normal! You won't have to clean the umbilical stump. They don't tell you to do that anymore. Just keep it dry. Breastfeeding does hurt in the beginning. It can be difficult to keep doing it. But it will get better. She's going to sleep a lot the first couple of days, so you should sleep a lot too. Then just try to take the crying as it comes. Don't fret about it or you'll get yourself all tied up in knots.
Good luck!
2007-04-11 10:04:15 · answer #8 · answered by Kat H 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
my love chill out!! lol that is why the hospital is full of nurses!! they will walk you through the whole thing! you put alcohol on the belly button and they will show you how to do that.. you really let it do it's own thing! and breastfeeding they have a special nurse just for that.. she will help you all hours of the night.. don't be afraid to call that is why they are there.. the nurses are there 24 hours. so use that to your advantage the first few days!! when i left i felt today comfortable.. it just comes to you .... so don't worry! your will do great! just remember!! DON'T BE A HERO....TAKE THE PAIN MEDICINE!! good luck!! and i think Trina is such a cute cute name!!
2007-04-11 10:01:21 · answer #9 · answered by la_cristel 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you will have worries , that's normal, What to expect when you expecting is a good book to refer to.
Some people say clean the cord with alcohol, some say plain soap and water either way I beleive is o.k. I have set of twins 5mos , write things down, because even in this short 5 month period the time has flown by , I don't even remeber what I did for their umbical cords.
Breast feeding did not hurt mr, but remeber everyone exp. is different.
Baby Trina Rae will be fine, so will you.
2007-04-11 09:59:53 · answer #10 · answered by doubletree 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Dab the umbilical cord w/ alcohol on a cotton ball. YES breastfeed and just know when you nipples become chapped (hopefully they won't) that it will pass and you are doing the absolute best thing for your precious baby. Also my hospital had a lactation consultant.
You will know what to do once you hold that baby w/ the beautiful name in your arms. And if you don't, ask for help it's all right. Congratulations!
2007-04-11 11:27:54 · answer #11 · answered by Annie 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋