Difficult situations when becoming a parent for the first time

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The article was professionally consulted by Specialist Doctor II Lai Thi Nguyet Hang - Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology - Vinmec Ha Long International Hospital.
First-time parents will face a lot of problems in the process of taking care of and bringing up a newborn. Knowing in advance about parenting as well as the dilemmas they may encounter in raising children will help them start the journey more smoothly.

1. Newborn feeding

Expecting a baby is a magical time, but it can be quite challenging for first-time parents. You hope to live in a fairy tale with a chubby, smiling, curly-haired baby just like in a diaper commercial. Or do you dream about your baby's beautiful eyes, and how you and your partner will become closer when that little joy comes. A million thoughts swirl in your head: How am I going to do this? Can I be a good parent? What if this happens, if the other happens?
Prepares you for parenting and allows you to be confident, comfortable parents. Here are some helpful information for you to learn before caring for your baby :
Breastfeeding and bottle feeding Bathing, baby skin care, and possible skin problems Changing baby's diapers Care baby umbilical cord care Baby nail care Baby mouth hygiene Wash baby clothes. Teething Care Baby Sleep Care Play with Baby and more. Parenting is a full-time job with no weekends or vacations, and it lasts a lifetime. However, although it sounds intimidating, it is also the most exciting and rewarding job on the planet.

2. First-time parenting dilemmas

2.1. Should the house be kept silent? Many new parents try to keep household noise to a minimum, especially when the baby is sleeping. But that hardly matters. Most babies can sleep quite a bit, and in fact, some do better with noise, especially the noise of appliances like dishwashers, washer-dryers, or blow dryers. And in houses there will be a lot of elements, anyway, complete silence is not possible.

To make your life easier, help your baby distinguish between day and night from the very beginning. You can do this by saving bright lights, louder noises and playtime during the day, and making nighttime wakefulness quieter.
2.2. Can I watch TV while under nursing care? Many new moms have DVR or Netflix enabled during late-night nurse care sessions. No problem watching your favorite show or playing on your phone while you are under the care of a nurse. However, as your baby gets older, these things can distract him from breastfeeding, but that's not a risk at this early stage.
But if it's midnight, keep the volume low and turn off the lights so the room stays dark and quiet. This way you will reinforce the difference between night and day for your newborn.
2.3. Should I play music for my baby? Whether or not babies should listen to music at bedtime is always a question many first-time parents ask. Music can be exciting and soothing. As long as these sounds don't seem to bother your baby. You can continue to select more tracks to include in that playlist. Because, your baby probably already heard most of your favorite tunes while in the womb.
2.4. Should I give my baby a pacifier? While some people skip the pacifier in the hope that their baby will find other ways to ease their baby's sucking habit (thumbs up, for example). However, some studies have shown some evidence that pacifiers can help reduce the risk of SIDS (sudden infant death syndrome). To avoid pacifier confusion, the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that you wait until your baby is well cared for by a skilled nurse, about a month long before your baby can use a pacifier. year old.
If you choose to use a pacifier, look for a nipple that is soft and is the right size for your baby.

2.5. How can I shower if I'm alone with my baby? If you are alone with your baby but you are in need of a bath, you can place your baby in a safe place to hold him. Some moms often put a bouncer on the bathroom floor, or wait until baby naps and bring the baby monitor into the bathroom. Showering may not be your most relaxing method ever, but it will help you recharge your batteries to balance your life.
2.6. What should I do with visitors and people wishing for the best for me? Everyone loves the birth of a baby, but in the first few days home, having too many visitors can be overwhelming for both baby and parents. Ask your partner, or a family member or friend you feel most trusted to help you make sure you don't have too many visitors in the first few days after your baby's return. home. You can limit your guests coming because they often come with groceries and supplies, or prepared meals, or cleaned up, instead of them coming to be the ones who want to sit and chat. with you (or worse, they come with the desire to entertain you or provide you with food).
To share your good news with other friends on a wider scale, you can update your information on your social networking sites, send a message or email or leave a birth notice on your outgoing phone messages.
Specialist II Lai Thi Nguyet Hang has more than 30 years of experience in the field of obstetrics and gynecology. The doctor used to teach at Hai Phong Medical College, Hai Phong Medical University and worked at Hai Phong Obstetrics and Gynecology Hospital before becoming an Obstetrician and Gynecologist, Vinmec Ha Long International General Hospital.

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