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Abdominal
injuries, first aid for, 576
pain, calling doctor for, 541
see also Digestive upset, Gas
Abrasions, skin, first aid for, 592
Abscess, breast, 87
Abuse, child, getting help to prevent, 213, 465, 467
ACA; see Affordable Care Act
Accidents
falls, 473
first aid for, 574–600
parent’s reaction to, 473
prevention of, 391–409; see also Babyproofing
Acellular pertussus; see DTaP vaccine
Acetaminophen, 39, 550; see also Medication
breast milk and, 100
dosing by weight, 553
Acne, on baby’s face, 228; see also Milia, Pimples, Rash, Skin
Active baby, 330–331
Acute otitis media; see Ear infection
Additives in foods, 338, 340–341
Adhesion, penile, 254
Adjusted age, premature baby and, 108, 607, 621, 622–624
Adopted baby
breastfeeding, 94–95
foreign, 528
telling, 457
vaccines for, 533
Adoption medicine, 528
Advice
conflicting, 142
from grandparents, 19
Advil; see Ibuprofen
Affordable Care Act
breastfeeding and, 175
health insurance and, 20
Agave; see Sugar substitutes
Air
polluted indoor, 334–336
swallowing during feeds, 130–131, 217; see also Burping baby, Gas
travel; see Airplane
Air bags, and car seats, 157
Airplane
ear pressure on, 521
travel, 518–521
using a car seat on, 157, 519, 521
Airport security, 519–521
Airways
check, when baby is choking, 594, 597
clearing of, 596–597
inflammation of, with asthma, 567–569
inflammation of, with croup, 561–563
inflammation of, with RSV, 559–561
obstruction of, and illness, 594
obstruction of, and diphtheria, 527
opening, during CPR, 598, 599, 600
suctioning of, at birth, 120
Alcohol
drinking, while breastfeeding, 100–101
rubbing, for umbilical cord care, 165
Allergic colitis, 199
Allergy(ies), 556
baby-care products and, 38
bee venom, 577–578
breastfeeding and, 3
diarrhea as symptom of, 198, 326, 564
extended breastfeeding and, 279
food, 325–327
introducing solids and, 318, 327, 348–349
reaction to immunization, 529
to breast milk, 3, 97–99, 199–200
to cow’s milk formula, 3, 127, 198–199
to pets, 556
to poison ivy, 590
to pollen, 556
seasonal, 556
see also Asthma, Eczema
Almond milk, 503
Altitude, changes in, on airplane, 521
Ambidextrous, 424
Anal fissures, 154, 200, 201, 564
Analgesia, and circumcision, 11
Anaphylactic reaction, 326, 578
Anemia
breath holding and, 458
in premature babies, 628
preventing, 365; see also Vitamin supplements
screening for, 365
Anesthetic cream
for circumcision, 11
for vaccines, 535
Anger, parent’s, 465, 466, 467
because of crying baby, 213, 286
because of premature baby, 615–618
spanking and, 465
Animals; see Pets, Zoo
bites, first aid for, 576–578
Ankyloglossia, 188
Antibacterial wipes or gel, 562
newborn eyes and, 121, 135, 137
breastfeeding moms and, 87, 100
diarrhea and, 564
for ear infection, 557, 558, 573
for fever, 546
for urinary tract infection, 567
probiotics and, 558
umbilical infection and, 221
Antibodies
see also Vaccinations
Anxiety
about baby’s breathing, 207–208
about baby’s development, 104–106; see also Development
parent’s, and colic, 212–213
separation; see Separation anxiety
social, 499; see also Shyness
stranger; see Stranger(s)
“unfamiliar” and, 498–499
when baby is in NICU, 615–618
Apnea
in premature baby, 273, 610, 625, 626
prolonged, 273
SIDS risk and, 273; see also SIDS
Apparent life-threatening event, 273–274
Appearance
of newborn, 134–137
of premature baby, 613
Appetite
drop in, in breastfed baby, 304–306
drop in, in older baby, 502–504
feeding to; see Demand feeding
increase in, in older baby, 504
lack of, in newborn, 139
loss of, and teething, 305, 321
snacks and, 477
when sick, 540–541
see also Bottle feeding, Breastfeeding, Eating, Feeding, Solids
Apple juice, 311
Appliances
childproofing, 400
safety around, 406
see also Babyproofing
Apps, 509–511
intellectual development and, 426–427
ARA
in baby food, 377
in formula, 129
see also Omega-3 fatty acids
Areola, breastfeeding and, 67–70; see also Breast(s), Nipples
Arm
broken, 579
severed, 591
swinging by the, 497
Art supplies, 512
Artificial sweeteners, 340
breastfeeding and, 102
Aspartame; see Artificial sweeteners
Asphyxia, in premature baby, 610
Aspiration, of meconium; see Meconium
Aspirator, nasal, 39, 554, 555
Aspirin, 551
Asthma, 567–569
family history of and allergies, 326, 556
family history of and eczema, 325
probiotics and, 568
reduced risk in breastfed babies, 3
tobacco smoke, exposure to and, 334, 394
Atopic dermatitis, 325; see also Eczema
Attachment parenting, 269, 274
Au pair; see Babysitter, Childcare
Auditory brainstem response (ABR) hearing screening, 124
Autism
red flags for, 105
Auto; see Car
Axillary thermometer, 545
taking temperature with, 545
Babbling, 390
Babinski’s reflex, in newborns, 147
Baby(ies)
active, 330–331
appearance of, at birth, 134–137
appearance of preemie, at birth, 613
buying for, 28–59
car seat; see Car seat
care, basics; see Baby care
carrier; see Carrier
cereal, 270, 313, 348, 364–365, 378, 436
challenging, 328–333
checkup at birth, 120–123; see also Checkups
clothes; see Clothes
comparing, to other babies, 105
CPR; see CPR
development; see Development
fear of “breaking,” 180
first aid for; see First aid
food; see Solids
grooming products, 37–39
high-intensity, 332
irregular, 331
keeping safe, 230–231; see also Babyproofing, Safety
low-birthweight; see Premature baby
medicine cabinet needs, 39–40
monitor, 47–48
name for, 12–14
negative, 332–333
next, thinking about, 484–485
nursery needs, 42–48
outdoor gear for, 48–55
outings with, 224–227
premature; see Premature baby
products for; see Buying, for baby
-proofing the house, 391–409; see also Babyproofing, Safety
reflexes; see Reflexes
registry, 29
seat; see Infant seat
sensitive, 329–330
shampoo, 37, 38; see also Shampooing baby
sick, 537–573
signs, 415–418
sling; see Slings
spacing between, 484–485
special-needs, 571
spoiling, 210
standing, 411, 439, 499; see also Pulling up
states of consciousness, 140–141
swing; see Swing
talk, 486–489; see also Talking
temperament of, 328–333, 497–500
tooth; see Teeth, Teething
tub, 38–39
unhappy, 332–333; see also Colic, Crying, Fussiness
withdrawn, 331–332; see also Shyness
Baby care
bathing, 161–164
burping, 160–161
dressing, 166–167
ear care, 164
hair, 438
handling, 180
lifting and carrying, 167–169
nail trimming, 165
nose care, 165
penis care, 166
products, 37–39
swaddling, 169–170
Baby carriers; see Carrier
forward-facing, 382–383
Baby food; see Food, Solids
Baby-led weaning, 379
Baby nurse, 14–15, 18; see also Childcare
hotel rooms, 516
pet food, 17
service, hiring, 400
Babysitter, 287–294
checklist for, leaving a, 289
interviewing, 290
leaving baby with a, 282–283, 286–287
monitoring, 296–297
separation anxiety and, 283, 478–480
tax laws and, 294
see also Childcare
Back
blows, for choking baby, 596–597
injury, first aid for, 576–600
Back, putting baby to sleep on, 202–203, 271, 299
flat head and, 201
flipping from, during the night, 358–359
not sleeping well and, 247–250
slower development and, 237
unhappy while sleeping on, 202–203
Backyard safety, 403–406
Bacteria; see Germs
Bagging, in NICU, 610
Bald baby, 437
Bald spot, preventing, 201
Balloons, 498
Bandages, 39
Banging head, baby’s habit, 453–454
Bank, milk, 93
Barbecue, safety near, 404
Bassinet
buying, 45
switching from, to crib, 275
Bath, 161–164
as part of bedtime routine, 355–357
fear of, 359–361
in the big tub, 359
safety, 360
sponge, 161–163
tub, buying for baby, 38–39
Bath seat, safety of, 360
Bath tub; see Bath
Bath wash, 37
Bathroom, babyproofing the, 401–402
Batteries, button, 397
swallowed, first aid for, 593
Battery pump, 173
Bed
family; see Co-sleeping
putting baby to; see Sleep(ing)
putting weaned baby to, 500–501
sharing with baby, see Co-sleeping
switching to, from crib, 501–502
see also Crib, Sleeping
Bedside sleeper, 46
Bedtime
routine, 351, 355–357, 482, 483, 501
separation anxiety at, 480, 482–483
snack, benefit of, 476
weaned baby and, 500–501
Bee sting
first aid for, 577–578
protecting against, 409
severe reaction to, 577–578
Beef, safe cooking of, 451
Behavior
acting up with parents, 384–385
discipline and, 462–467
negative, 506–507
toddler, 507
when sick, 540
see also Biting, Clinging, Colic, Crying, Fussiness, Separation anxiety, Shyness
Belly; see also Abdominal, Digestive upset, Gas, Tummy
lump in, 222
Belly button; see Umbilical stump
Bibs, for feeding, 33, 345, 453
Bifidobacterium, 558
Bili lights, to treat jaundice, 152, 612
Bilingual baby, 247
Bilirubin, and jaundice, 152–153, 629
Biodegradable diapers, 34
Biotinidase deficiency, testing for, in baby, 122
Birth,
breastfeeding after, 60
checkup after, 121–123
clamping of cord at, 121
medical procedures at, 120–123
Birth, home, 123–125
Birth control
when bottle-feeding, 8
Birth defects, 571
Birthday party, baby’s first, 498–499
Birthmarks, 145–150
Birthweight, 133–134; see also Weight
low; see Low-birthweight babies
Bisphenol A (BPA); see BPA
Bites, first aid for
animal, 576–577
human, 577
insect, 577–578
marine animals, 578–579
snake, 578
teething and, 319–321
while nursing, 320–321, 386–387
Black and blue around eyes, 586
Black and blue behind ears, 586
Black and blue mark, first aid for, 591–592
Black eye, first aid for, 583
Black stool, 153, 314; see also Meconium
Blanket
as comfort object, 442–444
avoiding for safe sleep, 202, 270, 275, 289
buying, for baby, 33; see also Linens
sleeper, 32
using in the crib, older baby, 502
Bleeding
anal fissures and, 154, 200, 564
calling doctor for, 539–540
from mouth, 588
from scalp, 586
internal, 576
in the brain, premature babies, 627–628
massive, first aid for, 576, 592, 593
under the nail, 584
Blinds, window, 392
Blinking, 456
Blisters
nursing, 189
on baby’s lips, 189
Blood
in spit-up, 198
in stool, with premature baby, 628
infection, 611
leaking from nose, 586
Blood gas, in NICU, 610
Blood glucose levels, in premature baby, 630
Blood sugar; see Hypoglycemia
Blood sugar, during sleep, 476
Blood tests
for antibodies, in adopted baby, 533
for celiac disease, 569
for iron deficiency, 365
for lead, 342
Blood tests, at birth, 122
Blood vessels in eyes, immature, in premature babies, 627
Bloodshot eyes, at birth, 137
Bloody nose, first aid for, 588–589
Blueness of skin, 229, 457, 541
breath holding and, 456
in breathing emergencies, 273–274, 598
with RSV, 560
BM; see Bowel movement
Bonding
between baby and pet, 17
bottle-feeding and, 131–133
with premature baby, 607–609
Bone, broken, first aid for, 579
Bone-building, breastfeeding diet and, 97
as part of bedtime routine, 357
reading to baby, 170, 357, 424–426, 489, 513
Booster seat, for feeding, 41, 380, 504
Booties, buying for baby, 33
Bottle-feeding
combining with breastfeeding, 90–92, 238–243
formula; see Formula
getting started, 125–133
how much to feed, 128, 302–304; see also Feeding
how to’s, 128–133
introducing to breastfed baby, 238–243
monitoring intake, 128
not sitting still for, 432
premature baby, 603, 606, 622–623
safely, 128–130
schedule of, 192–193
switching arms while, 132
tips for winning breastfeeding baby over, 240–241
twins, 190–191
weaning from, 468–472
weaning from, to relactate, 93–96
with love, 131–133
Bottled water, 337–338
Bottles
appetite for solids and, 469, 503
as comfort object, 470
banning, in hospitals, and breastfeeding, 61–62
choosing, 40
introducing, in a breastfed baby, 238–243
not introducing, 238–239, 240, 280
not sitting still for, 432
packing, for outings, 224
propping, 132
rejection of, in breastfed baby, 361–362
types of, 40
weaning from the, 468–472
Botulism, honey and, 349
Bouncer seats, 56
Bowed legs, 472
Bowel movement
appearance of, 154
as sign that baby is getting enough to eat, 182
black, 153, 314; see also Meconium
blood in, 154
blood in, and milk allergy, 198
blood in, and sick baby, 541, 566
breastfeeding and, 3
changes in, 153–154, 366–367, 436–437
changes in, as symptom in sick baby, 542
changes in, as symptom of allergy, 154, 198, 348
changes in, as symptom of poisoning, 589
color of, 154, 366–367, 436–437
explosive, 200–201
fewer, 280–281
hard; see Constipation
infrequent; see Constipation
mucus in, 154
mucus in, and allergy, 154, 198, 348
mucus in, and sick baby, 541, 564
normal, in breastfed baby, 154, 182, 200, 202
number of, in breastfed newborn, 182, 200
number of, in formula-fed baby, 201–202
smell of, with solids, 366
strange, 436–437
sweeter smelling, in breastfed babies, 3
watery; see Diarrhea
see also Constipation, Diarrhea
Bowlegged; see Bowed legs
Boys, and gender differences, 481
Boys, growth charts for, 116–117
Bra; see Nursing
BPD, 626
Bradycardia, in premature baby, 610
Brain development,
fish in baby’s diet and, 339
fish in mom’s diet and, 103
omega-3 fatty acids and, 449
see also Intellectual skills, IQ
Breast(s)
abscess, 87
adjusting to weaning and, 495
baby favoring one, 87–88
draining each, when breastfeeding, 70, 184
empty feeling, 139
engorged, 73–75
engorged, less with second baby, 74–75
engorgement with weaning, 495
fullness of, 183
how long to feed on each, 70, 184
infection; see Mastitis
lopsided, 87–88
lump in, 86
pain in, 69, 73–74, 75–76, 86–87; see also Engorgement
pain in, after feeds, 76
pins and needles feeling in, 75–76
preparing for breastfeeding, 6
pump; see Pumps
rejection of, 304–306
shells, 79
small, and breastfeeding, 6
surgery, and breastfeeding, 4
swollen, in newborn, 136
tingling in, 75
weaning from the, 491–497
see also Nipples
Breast milk
allergic colitis and, 199
allergy to, 3
amount of, in 1st month, 172
amount of, in 2nd month, 239
amount of, in 3rd month, 263
amount of, in 4th month, 303
amount of, in 5th month, 318
amount of, in 6th month, 344
amount of, in 7th month, 375
amount of, in 8th month, 411
amount of, in 9th month, 429
amount of, in 10th month, 447
amount of, in 11th month, 469
amount of, in 12th month, 491
baby getting enough, 181–189
baby’s stools and, 3, 154; see also Bowel movement
changes in, 3
changes in taste, during period, 88, 305
changes in taste, mom’s diet and, 97–99, 304
changes in taste, mom’s workout and, 88–90
color of, 180
composition of, 3
convenience of, 5
cost of, 5
digestion of, 3
eating to make, 96–99
expressing, 171–180; see also Pumping breast milk
filling a bottle with, 239–240
for premature baby, 604–606
foremilk; see Foremilk
fortified, 606
freezing, 178–180
having enough, 181–189
hindmilk; see Hindmilk
jaundice, 152–153
keeping it safe and healthy, 96–103
leaking, 77–78
let-down; see Let-down
medicinal uses for, 81
mom’s diet and, 96–99
prebiotics in, 3
probiotics in, 3
production of, 64
pumping, 171–180; see also Pumping breast milk
rejection of, 304–306
sensitivity to substances in, 199–200
sensitivity to substances in, crying and, 212, 215–216
separation of, 180
spraying, 77–78
stages of, 73
storage bags for, 178
storing, 178–180
supply, pumping up, 93–94
thawing frozen, 180
too much, 76–77
transitional, 73
see also Colostrum
Breastfeeding
adoption and, 94–95
alcohol while, 101–102
allergies, preventing, and, 3, 279, 327
antibiodies and, 3–4
anxiety about, 9–10
baby, types of, 71
baby falling asleep while, 139–142
baby getting enough and, 181–189
baby refusing, 305–306
baby with cleft palate, 4
baby’s loss of interest in, 304–306
baby’s stools and, 3
basics, 60–103
benefits of, 5–7
benefits of extended, 279
bonding and, 7
brain development and, 4–5, 279
breaking suction while, 69–70
breast size and, 6
caffeine while, 102
celiac disease and, 279
changing mind about, 192
chemicals in mom’s diet while, 102
choosing, 2–7
class, 60–61
clogged duct and, 86
cluster feedings and, 78
combining with bottle feeding, 90–92, 127, 238–243
comfort while, 65
constant, 78–79, 80–81, 142, 144–145, 182
contraception, 8
contraindications to, 4
DHA and, 4–5
diet during, 8, 96–99, 101, 102
dressing while, 82–83
drinking fluids while, 98–99
during maternal illness, 88
early, 61
early weaning and, 278–280
engorgement during; see Engorgement
exercising and, 89–90
extended, 274
factors favoring, 3–7
feelings about, 9–10
frequency of, 70–72, 78–79, 80–81, 142, 144–145, 182, 184, 186, 187
guilt about not, 4, 10, 92, 192
health benefits of, 3–4
health benefits of, for mom, 5, 7
help with, 62–63, 80; see also Lactation consultant
herbal medication while, 95–96, 98, 101–102
hormonal imbalance and, 4, 9, 187
how long to, 70
in front of older sibling, 85
in hospital, 61–62
in public, 83–84
insulin deregulation and, 187
IQ and, 4–5
jaundice and, 153
lactation consultant and; see Lactation consultant
lactose intolerance and, 4
latching on during, 67–70
legislation protecting, 84
let-down and, 64, 75–76, 183, 186
leaking during; see Leaking
loss of interest in, 304–306, 432–434
medication while, 99–101
mom falling asleep while, 81–82
mom’s health and, 7
myths about, 6
nipples and; see Nipples
not sitting still for, 432–434
obesity, preventing and, 4, 279
older sibling wanting to, 85
on demand, 62, 70, 72, 78, 93, 182, 184, 189, 192
pain during, 69, 73–74, 75–76, 86–87
PKU and, 4
pregnancy prevention and, 7, 8
positions for, 65–67
postpartum recovery and, 5–7
premature baby, 603–606, 615, 618–619, 626
preparing breasts for, 6
problems with, 183–189
relactation and, 93–96
rooming-in and, 61
safety of fish while, 103
safety of sugar substitutes while, 102–103
schedule of, 189–192; see also frequency of
smoking while, 101
spraying during; see Leaking
style, of baby, 71
supplementing with formula, 90–92, 127, 238–243
support, 62–63; see also Lactation consultant
tandem, 84–86
thrush and, 151–152
thyroid problems and, 187
time spent, 80–81
twins, 190
vegetarian diet and, 365–366
weaning and; see Weaning
what not to eat while, 101–103
when you can’t, 4
while sick, 88
working and, 262–266
yeast infection and, 151–152
see also Breast milk, Feeding
Breath holding, 456–458
premature baby, while feeding, 606
Breathing
baby’s while sleeping, 206–207
changes in and sick baby, 538, 539, 540, 559, 561
difficulty, calling doctor for, 538, 539, 540
emergencies, 273
emergencies, first aid for, 594–600
irregular during sleep, 206–207
labored or noisy, 561
lapses in, 273–274
rapid, 540
rapidly, calling doctor if, 539
rescue, 594, 595, 597, 598, 599, 600
shallow, in sleep, 206
shallow, in injured baby, 576, 591
see also Retractions, Wheezing
Broken bone, first aid for, 579
Bronchiolitis, 559–561
Bronchodilator, for asthma, 568
Bronchopulmonary dysplasia, 626
Broviac catheters, 610
Bruise, 591–592
to areola, 68
to finger or toe, 583–584
Brush
tooth, 363–364
Brushing teeth, 363–364
Bug bite
first aid for, 577–578
preventing, 409
reaction to, 577–578
Bugs, exterminating, 341–342
Bumpers
for crib, 33, 43, 44, 392, 443
for furniture corners, 394
Bunting, 32
Burns
chemical, 580
electrical, 580
first aid for, 580
preventing in bath tub, 360, 401–402
between breasts, 186
Burping cloths, buying, for baby, 33
Button batteries, 397
swallowed, first aid for, 593
Buying, for baby, 28–59
Buying, for preemie, 615
Cabbage leaves, for engorged breasts, 74
Café au lait spots, 149
Caffeine, and parent’s insomnia, 356
Caffeine while breastfeeding, 98, 102, 212, 215
Calcium
in baby’s diet, 448–449
in cow’s milk alternatives, 503
foods, 448–449
while breastfeeding, 97
Call the doctor, when; see Doctor
Calm, parent staying, 212–213, 466, 467
Calories, empty, 450
Calories, need during breastfeeding, 7, 97
Calories, when baby is sick, 548
CAM; see Complementary and alternative medicine
Cancer
penile, and circumcision, 10
reduction of certain types due to breastfeeding, 7
Candida albicans; see Thrush
Candidal dermatitis, 281
Car
traveling by, 517–518
Car seat
baby’s fussiness in, 307–308
buying, 51–54
cover for, 53
for premature baby, 622–623
infant, 52–53
inserts for, 53
installation, 156–157
installation technician, 156
keeping baby warm in, 53
types of, 51–54
unhappy in, 307–308
used, 51
when traveling, 517
Carbohydrates, complex, 366, 449, 450
Carbon monoxide, danger of, 335
Carbon monoxide poisoning, first aid for, 590
Cardiopulmonary rescusitation, 598–600
Carpet, safety of, 335
Carriage, baby, 49
Carrier
baby, 55–56
back, using a, 384–385
forward-facing, 382–383
see also Sling
Carrying baby, 167–169
all the time, 381–384
Cat,
bites from; see Bites
preparing, for baby, 16–17
see also Pets
Catnapping, 323; see also Naps
Cavernous hemangioma, 149
Cavities
bottle-feeding and, 362–363, 470
juice and, 311
snacks and, 477
see also Dentist, Tooth decay
Celiac disease, 569
extended breastfeeding and, 279
Central catheter, 610
Central line, 610
Cereal, baby, 348
homemade, 378
in bottle, and preemies, 623
not eating, 364–365
Chafing dermatitis, 281
Chair; see High chair, Infant seat
Chalk, to scribble with, 512
Challenging baby, 328–333
Chamomile, to relieve colic, 214
Chamomile, to relieve teething pain, 322
Change, baby resistant to, 331–332
CHD, 122
Checkups, 524–526
at birth, 120–125
dental, 364
making the most of, 526–527
well-baby, 524–527
Cheek rubbing, and teething, 322
Cheese, best for baby, 341, 347, 448
Cheese, soft, while breastfeeding, 100
Chelation therapy, for lead removal, 342
Chemical burns, first aid for, 580
Chemicals
in baby-care products, 38
in diapers, 34–35
in diet, 338–341
in mom’s diet, while breastfeeding, 102–103
unsafe, in household cleansers, 334, 335–336
unsafe, in household furniture, 335
Chest compressions, in CPR, 599–600
Chest thrusts, for choking baby, 596–597
Chest tube, 610
Chicken pox, 531–532
Child, older; see Sibling
Child safety seat; see Car seat
Childcare, 15, 287–301; see also Babysitter
Childcare, red flags about, 298
Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline, 467
Childhood diseases, preventing with vaccines, 526–537
Childhood illnesses, common, 554–567
Childproofing; see Babyproofing
Childproofing service, 400
Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP), 20
Chills, as symptom, in sick baby, 541
Chills, fever and, 547
Chills, hypothermia and, 587
Chin
quivering, 145
Chiropractic, to treat colic, 214
Chlamydial infection, and newborn’s eyes, 135
Choking
baby-led weaning, and, 379
first aid for, 594–597
foods that can cause, 349, 431
objects that can cause, 397–398, 422
propping the bottle and, 132
Christmas tree and decorations, 399
Chronic conditions, 567–573
Chubby baby, 310–312; see also Overweight baby, Weight
Circumcision
AIDS and, 10
analgesia and, 11
cancer and, 10
complications of, 11
health benefits of, 11
making the decision about, 10–12
pain, 11
phimosis and, 10
urinary tract infection and, 10
Citronella, as insect repellent, 409
Classes, for baby, 312–313, 426–427, 464
Classes, for parents
breastfeeding, 60–61
Cleaners
household, green, 334
household, safety of, 334, 335–336
keeping out of reach of baby, 401, 402
Cleaning up, after baby, 419–420
Cleft lip/palate, breastfeeding and, 4
Climbing stairs, teaching baby how to do it safely, 406
Clinging, 381–384, 505–506; see also Separation anxiety, Shyness
Clogged
milk duct, 86
tear duct; see Tear duct
Clothes
buying, for baby, 30–33
detergent for, 196
mom’s, while breastfeeding, 82–83
packing for outings, 225
see also Dressing baby
Clutch hold, and breastfeeding, 66
Cochlear implants, 572
Coconut milk, 503
Cognitive skills; see Brain development, Intellectual skills, IQ
older baby and, 371–373
Cold cuts, when breastfeeding, 100
Colds, common, 554–556
calling doctor for, 555–556
frequent, 555
medication for, 551
refusing to breastfeed and, 304–305
Colic, 210–219; see also Crying
carrying position for, 211, 216–217
coping with, 209, 212–213, 215–219
diagnosing, 210
helping siblings cope with, 218–219
mom’s diet and, 212
reflux and, 212–213
treatments for, 214
triggers of, 211–215
Colloidal oatmeal, for anti-itch treatment, 326, 590
Color
blue; see Blueness of skin
changes in baby’s skin, 229
eye, 137
of baby’s skin, 228–229
Combo, of formula and breast milk, 90–92, 238–243
Combo vaccines, 534
Comfort habits, 453–455; see also Pacifier, Thumb sucking
Comfort objects, 442–444
bedtime separations and, 482
Comforting crying; see Crying
Comforting teething pain; see Teething
Common childhood infections, 554–567
Communication; see Language, Talking
Complementary and alternative medicine, 96, 214, 552; see also Herbal medications/remedies
Complete blood count, 610
Complex carbohydrates, in baby’s diet, 366, 449, 450
Complexion problems, 227–229
Compressions, chest, in CPR, 599–600
Computers for babies, 509–511
Concussion, first aid for, 586–587
Conductive hearing loss, 572
“Cone head,” newborn, 134, 136
Congenital adrenal hyperplasia, testing for, 122, 524
Congenital heart disease, screening for, at birth, 122
Congenital pigmented nevi, 149
Congested sounds when feeding, 570
Congestion, nasal; see Nasal congestion
Consciousness, loss of
breath holding and, 456–458
during febrile convulsion, 547
Consonants, 390
Constipation, 201–202, 563–564
breast milk and, 3
probiotics and, 563
when to call the doctor for, 564
see also Bowel movement
Consumer Product Safety Commission, 43, 274, 360
Contact dermatitis, 325
Continuous positive airway pressure, 626, 627
Contraception; see Birth control
Convertible car seat; see Car seat
Convulsions
after vaccine, 529
calling doctor for, 538
febrile, 547
first aid for, 581
with fever, 547
Cooing, 243–244
lack of, 244–247
Cooling inserts, for engorged breasts, 74
Cord blood, banking of, 121
Corporate day care, 299–300
Corporate lactation programs, 265
Corrected age, in premature baby, 108, 623–624
Co-sleeping, 271, 274–278, 353
Cotton
balls, 37
swabs, 37
Cough
anaphylactic shock, and 578
as sign of teething, 320
as sleep cue, 246
barking, and croup, 561–563
blood, 576
choking and, 593, 594, 597, 600
chronic, 322–323
flu and, 559
for attention, 323
foul-smelling discharge with, 556
fumes, exposure to and, 590
medicine, 551
newborn, 233
RSV and, 559
when to call the doctor for, 539, 540
Counterpressure, to ease teething pain, 321, 323
Cow’s milk, 435
formula from; see Formula
when to introduce, 433
CPR, 598–600
CPR class, 574–575, 595, 620, 628
CPR training, and childcare providers, 291, 295
Cracks in anus; see Anal fissures
Cracks in nipples; see Nipples
Cradle, buying, 45
Cradle cap, 253
baby oil for, 37
breast milk for, 81
Cradle hold, breastfeeding and, 66–67
Crawling, 418
Crayons, for baby, 512
Cream
for eczema, 325–326
for nipples, 79–80
for teething rash, 320
Creativity, stimulating, 373, 512, 513
Creeping, 418
Crib
buying, 44–45
in hotel, 516
in parent’s room; see Room sharing
limbs getting caught in slats, 44, 443
mattress, 45
moving sleeping baby to, 208–209
switching from bassinet to, 275–393
switching to bed from, 501–502
used, 43
Crib, portable
buying, 45–46
safety, 393
travel and, 516
Crooked
feet, 253–254
teeth, 388–389
Crossed eyes, 232–233
Crossover hold, breastfeeding and, 66
Croup, 561–563
Crowds, newborn and, 226–227
Crust, in baby’s eyes, 233
Cry it out, letting baby, 349–355
allergic colitis and, 199
allergy to formula and, 198–199, 215
as symptom, in sick baby, 538, 539, 540
baby not, 208
breath holding and, 457–458
comforting a baby who is, 212–213
coping with, 209, 212–213, 215–221
decoding baby’s, 144
extreme, 209–211; see also Colic
holding breath while, 456–458
mom’s diet and, 199, 211, 212, 215
not rushing to baby when, 208, 351, 358
older sibling and, 218–219
responding to, 209, 210, 212, 215
vomiting from too much, 352
Cup
drinking from a, 410–414, 471, 494
introducing a, 410–414
sippy, 412
straw, 414
Curtains, safety of, 392
Cyanosis, 611
Cysts, in mouth, 150
Dads
baby massage and, 252
breastfeeding support and, 6, 9, 10, 76
stay-at-home, 284–285
Dandruff; see Cradle cap
Day, mixing up night and, 205–206
Daycare, 294–300
for sick baby, 300
frequent illnesses and, 295, 555
Deafness, 572–573
testing for at birth, 124
Decongestants, 551
Deer ticks
protecting against, 409
removing, 577
DEET, in insect repellent, 409
Dehydration
calling the doctor for, 539
diarrhea and, 566
signs of, 565
Demand feeding, 62, 70, 72, 78, 93, 182, 184, 189, 192
formula feeding and, 128, 131, 304
Dental,
checkup, 364
health, 362–364; see also Fluoride, Tooth decay
Dentist, 364
Depression, postpartum, 213, 495, 525, 618
Dermabond, 592
Dermatitis
atopic, 325; see also Eczema
contact, 325
Detergent, for baby’s clothes, 196
Development, baby’s, 104–106, 234–237, 255–261, 260–261, 441
comparing, 105
delay in; see Developmental delays
intellectual, 236, 248–249, 261, 371–373, 426–427
language, 235, 243–247, 371–373; see also Language, Talking
large motor, 235–236, 261, 370
mouth, and breastfeeding, 5
parental intuition about, 105, 441
pattern of, 235
premature baby’s, 108, 620–624
red flags, 105
small motor, 236, 260–261, 370–371
speech, and sippy cup, 412
speech, and straw cup, 414
tech gadgets and, 509–511
television watching and, 508–509
timeline of, 104–114
Developmental delays
in premature baby, 620–624
red flags for, 105
Device distraction, 395
DHA
in breast milk, 4–5
in diet, 449
in formula, 129
in mom’s diet, 97
Diaper bag
buying, 54–55
packing a, 224–225
Diaper pail, buying, 46–47
Diaper rash, 281–282
breast milk for, 81
breastfeeding and, 3
Diaper wipes
buying for baby, 37
for outings, 224
warmer, 37
Diapering baby, 158–160
wiggling when, 306
Diapers
buying, for baby, 34–37
changing, 158–160
counting wet and dirty, 94, 182
disposable, 34–35
for outings, 224
allergic colitis and, 199
as symptoms, in sick baby, 537, 541
best juice for, 566
breast milk and, 3
dehydration and, 565
intractable, 564
juice and, 311, 412, 470, 565, 566
lactose intolerance and, 199
milk allergy and, 564
petting zoo bacteria and, 337
rotavirus and, 537
sensitivities to mom’s diet and, 98
swimming pools and, 408
teething and, 321
treatment for, 565–566
when to call the doctor for, 566
Diet, baby’s, 446, 448–452; see also Eating, Feeding
keeping it varied, 451–452
Diet, mom’s
while breastfeeding, 8, 96–103
Difulcan, 152
Digestive upset
allergic colitis and, 199–200
as symptom, in sick baby, 541
breast milk and, 3
food allergy and, 348
fussiness and, 98–99, 212, 215–216
massage for, 251
milk allergy and, 198–199, 219
sensitivities to breast milk and, 199–200
see also Constipation, Diarrhea, Gas, Spitting up, Vomiting
Digital thermometer, 543
Dilated pupils, 586–587
Dinner, going out to, with baby, 388–389
Diphtheria, tetanus, acellular pertussis vaccine (DTaP), 527–528, 531, 536
Dirt
eating, 421–422
playing in the, 422
Dirty, getting, 422
Dirty dozen, produce, 338
Disabilities,
deafness, 572
premature babies and, 622–623
special-needs baby, 571
Discipline, beginnings of, 462–467
Dislocated elbow, 497
first aid for, 581
Distance
baby can see, 232
newborn baby can see, 172
Distraction
as discipline technique, 467
parent’s while texting, 395
using, when treating an injury, 584
Doctor
adoption medicine, 528
choosing a, 19–27
in NICU, 610
Dog
bites; see Bites
preparing, for baby, 16–17
see also Pets
Donated milk, 93
Doors, babyproofing, 392, 393, 409
Dorsal penile nerve block, 11
Double stroller, 50
for breastfeeding help, 5
Drapery cords, 392
Dream feed, 270–271
Dreams, baby’s, 141
Dressing baby, 166–167, 224–226
for outdoors, 224–226
see also Clothes
Drinking; see Bottle, Cup
Driving, with baby, 517–518; see also Car, Car seat
Drooling, teething and, 320
Drooling, worrisome
as sign of poisoning, 589
as sign of swallowed object, 593
excessive, and GERD, 570
excessive, with fever, 538
Drowning
first aid for, 581–582
preventing, 360, 402, 405, 408
Drown-proofing, 408
Drugs; see Medication
DTaP vaccine, 526–529, 531, 534, 536
Duct, milk, 67
clogged, 86
Duct, tear; see Tear duct
E. coli infection, from petting zoo, 337
E-books, 426
Ear
bent, in newborn, 134
discharge from, as symptom, in sick baby, 541, 556
fluid, and hearing loss, 557, 573
fluid, oozing from, 586
injury to, first aid for, 582
object in, first aid for, 582
pain, and refusing to breastfeed, 305, 556
pressure, on airplane, 521
pulling, and teething, 322, 323
thermometer, 545–546
tubes, 573
see also Hearing, Hearing loss
Ear infection, 556–558
continued bottle feeding and, 470, 558
continued pacifier use and, 557
extended breastfeeding and, 3–4, 279, 557
pneumococcal vaccine and, 557
preventing, 557–558
bulging, 556
perforated, 556
pink, 556
Early waking, 357–358
Eat(ing)
baby getting enough breastmilk, 182–189
decreased in older baby, 502–504
dirt, 421–422
falling asleep while, 139–142, 268–269
fussy, 434–435
healthy, habits, 450–452
in the 1st month, 172
in the 2nd month, 239
in the 3rd month, 263
in the 4th month, 303
in the 5th month, 318
in the 6th month, 344
in the 7th month, 375
in the 8th month, 411
in the 9th month, 429
in the 10th month, 447
in the 11th month, 469
in the 12th month, 491
increased in older baby, 504
messy, 452–453
off the floor, 420–421
out, with baby, 388–389
refusing to, and nursing strike, 304–306, 432–434
refusing to self-feed, 504–505
refusing to, when sick, 539, 540–541
self-feeding, 435–436
teething and, 321
see also Appetite, Bottle-feeding, Breastfeeding, Diet, Feeding, Solids
Eating habits
establishing good, 450–452
messy, 452–453
picky, 434–435
Eczema, 325–326
allergies and, 198–199, 326, 556
breastfeeding and, 3
breast milk for, 81
formula and, 126–127
probiotics and, 326
Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale, 525
Educational
apps, 509–511
television, 508–509
toys, 426–427; see also Toys
Elbow, dislocated, 497
first aid for, 581
Electric breast pump, 173, 174, 178
Electric shock
first aid for, 582
Electrical
burns, first aid for, 580
outlets, babyproofing, 395, 401
Electrolyte fluid; see Rehydration fluid
Elimination communication, 367
Emergencies
being prepared for, 574–576, 595
breathing, CPRfor, 598–600
choking, first aid for, 594–597
class to prepare for, 574–575, 595, 620, 628
first aid for, 574–600
EMLA cream, and circumcision, 11
Endotracheal tube, 611
Employment; see Working
Engorgement, 73–75
as sign that baby is getting enough milk, 183
lack of, 74
less, with second baby, 74–75
weaning and, 495
Environment
-friendly baby-care products; see Green
hazards, 333–337
safety of, baby’s, 333–342
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), 336, 337
Epstein’s pearls, 150
Equal; see Sugar substitutes
Erection, in baby, when diapering, 159, 423
Erythema toxicum, 150
Eucalyptus oil, as insect repellent, 409
Exercise equipment, 395–396
Exercise
breastfeeding and, 89–90
for constipated baby, 564
Expressing breast milk
by hand, 177
Eye(s)
appearance of, at birth, 134, 135, 136, 137
blinking of, 456
blocked tear duct, 233
bloodshot, at birth, 137
care of, 163
color of, at birth, 137
crossed, 232–233
crust in, 233
dilated pupils in, 586–587
discharge from, 233
drops, giving baby, 583
exposure to light, and premature baby, 611–612
focus of, 232–233
foreign object in, 582–583
injury to, 582–583
mucus in, 233
ointment for newborn’s, 121, 123–124, 135, 137
preemie’s, sensitivity of, 611–612
protection from the sun, 456
sick baby’s, 541
swelling of newborn’s, 134, 135, 136, 137
teary, 233
yellowing of whites of, 152, 155, 541
see also Vision
Failure to thrive, 182–189, 208, 215
celiac disease and, 569
GERD and, 570
Fainting, first aid for, 583; see also Consciousness, loss of
Fall asleep, teaching baby to, 349–355; see also Sleeping
Falling down, 473
ability to judge heights and, 407
Falls,
first aid for; see First aid, 574–600
head injuries and, 586
preventing; see Babyproofing
Family bed; see Co-sleeping
Family meals, 338–339, 448, 503–504
Family practitioner, 21; see also Doctor
Fan,
as way to prevent SIDS, 231, 271
as soothing white noise, 216
Farm; see Petting zoo
Farting, 201; see also Gas
Fat
baby; see Overweight
healthy, 449; see also Omega-3 fatty acids
in milk substitutes, 503
in mom’s diet, 103
in preemie diet, 606
in vegan diet, 366
of bedtime and dark, 480, 482–483
of separations; see Separation anxiety
Fear(s), parent’s
about baby’s breathing during sleep, 206–207
of handling new baby, 180–181
of handling preemie, 619–620
Febrile convulsions, 547
Federal law; see Legislation protecting breastfeeding
Feeder bag, 321, 378, 436, 453, 521, 588
Feeding
at restaurant, 388–389
baby-led, 379
chair; see Booster seat, High chair
challenges, in premature baby, 606
cluster; see Cluster feedings
congested sounds when, 570
cues; see Hunger cues
establishing good habits, 446, 448–452
finger foods, 428–431
fussy; see Eating habits, picky
in the 1st month, 172
in the 2nd month, 239
in the 3rd month, 263
in the 4th month, 303
in the 5th month, 318
in the 6th month, 344
in the 7th month, 375
in the 8th month, 411
in the 9th month, 429
in the 10th month, 447
in the 11th month, 469
in the 12th month, 491
messy, 452–453
on demand, breast, 62, 70, 72, 78, 93, 182, 184, 189, 192
on demand, formula, 128, 131, 192, 304
pain during, 570
reducing nighttime, 269–273
refusing, breast 304–306, 432–434
refusing, during teething, 321
safe, 346–347
schedule, 189–192
seat; see High chair
self, 379, 428–431, 435–436, 452–453, 504–505
self, refusing to, 504–505
solids; see Solids
successful, tips for, 143
supplies, buying for baby, 40–42 see also Appetite, Bottle-feeding, Breastfeeding, Eating, Snacking
Feet
crooked, 253–254
flat, 440
pigeon-toed, 253
soles of, yellow, 152
Fencing reflex, 146–147
Fertilizers, on produce, 338
Fever, 542–548
after immunization, 528, 529, 531, 532, 536
convulsion during, 547
determining, 543–546
heatstroke and, 587
mom’s, and breastfeeding 87
teething and, 321
treating a, 546–548
when to call doctor for, 538–539
when to call doctor for after immunization, 529
Fiber, to prevent constipation, 563
Fiber-optic blankets, to treat jaundice, 152
Fine motor skills; see Small motor skills
Finger
broken, 579
injuries, first aid for, 583–585
severed, 591
Finger foods, 430–431
going directly to; see Babyled weaning
Finger painting, 512
Finger sweep, to dislodge object or food, 597
Fingernails; see Nail(s)
Fireplace fires, safety, 395
Fireworks, danger of, 399
First aid, 574–600
classes, 574–575, 595, 620, 628
supplies for, 39–40
First birthday party, 498–499
First foods; see Solids
First words, 415
importance of in baby’s diet, 339, 449
importance of in mom’s diet, 97
safety of, while breastfeeding, 100, 103
Fish bone, swallowed, first aid for, 593
Fishy-smelling urine, 182
Fitness; see Exercise
Five-point harness, in car seat, 51
Five-second rule, 420–421
Flat
feet, 440
head, 201
FLAVORx, 553
Flipping over, during the night, 358–359
Floor, eating off the, 420–421
FluMist, 537
asthma and, 568
for adults, 530
nasal spray, 537
Fluid, in ear, and hearing loss, 558, 573
Fluids
colds and, 555
constipation and, 563–564
diarrhea and, 565
fever and, 547
in diet, 450
urinary tract infection, 566–567
while breastfeeding, 98–99
see also Dehydration
in bottled water, 337–338
in tap water, 337
in toothpaste, 364
Flying with baby; see Airplane
Follow-up formula, 127–128
sunken, and dehydration, 181, 565
Food
allergies, 326–327
baby, making your own, 377–378, 380, 431
baby-led weaning and, 379
best first, 346–348
chunky, 431
contaminants in, and minimizing risk to baby, 338–341
establishing good habits, 446, 448–452
introducing new, 348–349
organic; see Organic
organic, while breastfeeding, 103
pouches, 376
safety of, 338–341, 349, 431, 451, 498
salt in, 451
sugar in, 450
temperature, safe to cook to, 451
to avoid in first year, 349, 431, 433, 450, 451, 498
while breastfeeding, 96–103
see also Breast milk, Formula, Solids
Football hold, breastfeeding and, 66
Foreign language, teaching a, 247
Foreskin
see also Circumcision
Forgetting a skill, 486
Formaldehyde
in baby-care products, 38
minimizing risk to baby from, 335, 336
Formula
additives in, 129
allergy to, 3, 126–127, 154, 198–199
appetite for solids and, 435
baby’s stools and, 154
choosing to feed, 7–9
concentrated liquid, 128
demand feeding of, 128, 131, 192, 304
digestion of, 7–8
feeling good about, 132
follow-up, 127–128
getting starting on, 125–133
how much to feed, 128, 302–304
hydrolysate, 126–127
in the 1st month, 172
in the 2nd month, 239
in the 3rd month, 263
in the 4th month, 303
in the 5th month, 318
in the 6th month, 344
in the 7th month, 375
in the 8th month, 411
in the 9th month, 429
in the 10th month, 447
in the 11th month, 469
in the 12th month, 491
iron-fortified, 127
iron intake and, 196, 365, 449
lactose-free, 127
organic, 126
overfeeding, 128, 192–193, 435
overweight and; see Overweight
powdered, 128
preparing, 128–129
pros of, 7–9
ready-to-eat, 128
ready-to-pour, 128
reflux and, 127
safe feeding of, 128–130
selecting a, 125–128
sensitive formulation, 126
soy, 126
storing, 130
supplementing with, if breastfeeding, 127, 187, 189, 240; see also Combo
switching to cow’s milk from, 433
types of, 126–127
vegan, 127
warming, 129
when baby isn’t thriving, 92, 187, 189; see also Bottle-feeding
baby food, 377
breast milk, 606
formula, 129
Forward-facing baby carriers, 382–383
Fractured bone, first aid for, 579
Fragile, fear that baby is, 180
and premature baby, 619–620
Framed carrier, 56
Freezing breast milk, 178–180
Frenotomy, 188
Frenulum, 188
Friends, making; see Playing, Social skills, Socializing
Front carrier, 56
Frostbite, first aid for, 585–586
Frostnip, first aid for, 585, 587
Fruit
as first food, 348
in baby’s diet, 449
organic, 338–339
Fumes
exposure to noxious, and first aid for, 590
minimizing risk to baby, 334–336
Functional heart murmur, 313–314
Fungus infection
in diaper area; see Diaper rash
in mouth; see Thrush
on nipple; see Thrush
Furniture
baby, buying, 42–48
Fussiness
allergies to formula and, 198–199
as sign baby isn’t getting enough to eat, 183
eating, 434–435
food allergies and, 348
in car seat, 307–308
in infant seat, 307
in play yard, 423
reflux and, 217–218
teething and, 321
with parents only, 384–385
see also Colic, Crying, Gas
Gagging
baby-led weaning and, 379
finger-feeding and, 379
excessive spitting up and, 198, 569–570
newborn’s, 138–139
projectile vomiting and, 570
while bottle-feeding, 132
while breastfeeding, 76
while eating solids, 379
Galactosemia, 126–127
Games babies play, 444–445; see also Playing, Stimulating baby
Garage, childproofing, 402–403
Garbage cans, and safety, 395, 401
Gas
bottle-feeding and, 40, 130–131
colic/crying and, 210, 211–212, 214, 216–219
gulping air and, 40, 130, 198, 217
massage for, 251
mom’s diet and, 99, 212, 215–216
passing, 201
pressure to relieve, 216–217
relieving, 212, 214, 216–217, 251; see also Burping
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), 569–572
see also Reflux, Spitting up
Gastrointestinal upset; see Constipation, Diarrhea, Digestive upset, Gas, Vomiting
Gavage feeding, for premature baby, 602–603
Gavage tubes, 602–603
Gender differences, 481
weight at birth, 133
Genetic modifiers in food, 338, 340
Genetic screening, newborn, 122, 524
Genitals
playing with, 422–423
swollen, in newborn, 136
washing, 163
see also Vagina, Penis, Scrotum, Testicles
GERD, 569–572
Germs
in diaper area, 422
keeping baby away from, 226–227
on the floor, 420–421
preventing spread of, 555, 560, 562
Girls, and gender differences, 481
growth charts for, 118–119
Glider, buying, 47
Glucose water, sabotaging early breastfeeding efforts, 61
Gluten, and celiac disease, 569
Gluten-free diet, 569
Gonococcal infection, and newborn’s eyes, 135
vegan diet and, 366
Grandparents, 18–19
vaccines and, 530–531
Grape juice, and diarrhea, 565, 566
Grasping reflex in newborns, 147
Grass-fed meat, 339
Gray stains on teeth, 390
Green (environmentally friendly)
baby-care products, 38
disposable diapers, 34–35
household cleaners, 334
Green leafy vegetables; see Vegetables
Gripe water, to treat colic, 214
Groin, lump in, 255
Grooming supplies, buying for baby, 37–39, 438
Group daycare; see Daycare
Growth
charts, 115–119
drop in, 475–476
swings, 475–476
Gums
cysts on, 150
hematoma, 321
see also Mouth, Teething
Guns, 398
H1N1; see Flu
Habits
biting, 455
blinking, 456
breath holding, 456
fussy eating, 434–435
hair pulling, 455
head banging, 453–454
messy eating, 452–453
pacifier use; see Pacifier
thumb sucking, 308–309
see also Comfort habits
Hair
bald spot in, 201
cradle cap and, 253
lack of, 437
on newborn, 136
pulling, 455
Hand, expressing breast milk by, 177
Handedness, 424
Hand-me-downs; see Car seats, Clothes, Cribs, Toys
Hand-sanitizing gels, 562
Hands
bluish color of, 229
cool to touch, 224–225
mitts for, to prevent scratching, 325
palms, yellowing of, 152; see also Jaundice
washing, to prevent common cold, 555
washing, to prevent spread of germs, 555, 560, 562
Hands-free breast pump, 174
Harness slots, in car seat, 52, 157; see also Car seat
Hats
buying for baby, 32
to reduce heat loss, 225–226
Hazards, protecting baby from
babyproofing and, 391–409
during sleep; see Sleep, safe
choking, foods that are, 349, 379, 431
in the bathroom, 401–402
in the garage, 402–403
in the kitchen, 398–401
in the laundry room, 402
indoor air and, 334–336
toys that are, 315–316, 397, 407
outdoors, 403–406
see also Choking, Safety
Head
appearance of, at birth, 134, 136
bald spot on, and sleeping position, 201
banging, 453–454
circumference, average, at birth, 121
circumference, tracking, 115–119
covering; see Hat
cradle cap and, 253
falls on, first aid for, 586–587
flat spot on and sleeping position, 201
hair on; see Hair
injuries to, first aid for, 586–587
pulse visible on; see Fontanels
size, in newborn, 133
soft spots on baby’s; see Fontanel
trauma, first aid for, 586–587
Healthy eating habits, 446–452
Healthy, keeping your baby, 523–553
aids, 572
concern about, 229–232
damage to, 229
impairment, 572–573
loud music and, 229
protecting in preemie, 609, 610–611
screening test, 124
stimulating baby’s sense of, 257–258, 372–373
Hearing loss, 572–573
and ear infection, 557
and fluid in the ear, 557, 573
Heart murmur, 313–314
Heat
for breast engorgement, 74
to encourage let-down, 176
see also Temperature, keeping baby the right
Heat exhaustion, first aid for, 587
Heat in car, danger of, 231, 538
Heat-related illness, 538, 546, 587
Heaters, childproofing, 395
Heating food and formula; see Warming
Heating pad, 40
Heatstroke, first aid for, 587
Heel stick, in newborn, 122, 124
Height; see Length
charts, 115–119
Heights, lack of fear of, 407
Help with new baby
sources of, for newly delivered mother, 14–18
with breastfeeding, 5; see also Lactation consultant
Hemangioma, strawberry, 147, 149
Hematocrit, 611
Hematoma, gum, 321
Hemophilus Influenzae b vaccine (Hib), 532, 536
Hemp milk, 503
Hepatitis A vaccine, 531, 533, 536
Hepatitis B vaccine, 124, 531, 532–533, 536
Herbal medications/remedies, 552
to relieve teething pain, 322
to treat colic, 214
while breastfeeding, 95–96, 98, 101–102
Herbs and spices
in baby food, 376, 380, 430, 451
taste-sensitive baby and, 329
Herd immunity, 534
Hernia
inguinal, 254–255
umbilical, 222
Hiccups, 234
High chair
buying, 41
hook-on, 380
in restaurant, 388–389
safety of, 380
High-intensity baby, 332
Hindmilk, 4, 64–65, 70, 180, 184
Hip carry, 168
Hip dysplasia, 382–383
Hip position, in baby carriers, 382–383
Hips, checking, 524
Hitting
baby, 500
HMO; see Health insurance
Holidays, safety during, 399
Home
babyproofing at, 391–409
going, after birth, 155
going, with preemie, 619–620, 622–623
safety at, 391–409; see also Safety
staying at; see Staying at home
Home birth, procedures for baby during, 123–125
Home daycare, 299
Home-prepared baby food, 377–378, 380
Honey, 349
Hormones
bonding and, 132
in food, 339
levels of in mom, and breastfeeding difficulties, 4, 92, 95, 187
when weaning from the breast, 495
Hospital
checkup for baby, 120–125
discharge from, 155
discharge from, preemie’s, 620
-grade pump, 174
pumping in the, for premature baby, 605
returning to, preemie, 629
see also NICU
Hotels, with baby, 516
House
babyproofing your, 391–409
baby’s messing up, 419–420
Household cleaners
green, 334
Household employment tax, 294
Household pesticides, safety of, 342
Houseplants, and safety, 396
Human milk fortifier (HMF), 606
Humidifier,
buying 39–40
for colds, 555
for croup, 562
for eczema, 326
for flu, 559
Humor, as discipline technique, 467
Hunger, chronic, in breastfed newborn, 144–145
Hunger cry, 144
Hunger, none in newborn, 139
Hunger cues, 62; see also Appetite, Feeding
Hydro cele, 223
Hydrocortisone
for diaper rash, 39
for eczema, 325–326
Hydrogen peroxide, 39
Hydrolysate formula, 126, 199, 327
Hyperthermia, first aid for, 587
Hypoallergenic formula, 126–127
Hypospadias, 223
Hypothermia, first aid for, 587
Hypothyroidism
breastfeeding problems and, 187
testing for, in baby, 122, 124, 524
Ibuprofen, 39, 550; see also Medication
breast milk and, 100
dosing by weight, 553
stomach pain and, 550
Ice packs, for engorged breasts, 74
Illnesses, parent’s, 560
and breastfeeding, 88
serious, and breastfeeding, 4
Illnesses, 554–567
in premature baby, 625–630
most common, 554–567
preventing spread of, 560, 562; see also Immunizations
Immune system,
breastfeeding and, 3–4
probiotics and, 558
Immunizations, 123–124, 526–537
autism and, 535
before traveling, 516
catching up on, 536
combination, 534
dangers of skipping, 535
developmental delays and, 531, 535
for adopted baby, 533
for adults, 530–531
for premature baby, 624
herd immunity and, 534
mercury in, 535
pain during, 535
protection against SIDS and, 271
reactions to, 529; see also individual vaccines
recommended schedule for, 536
safety, 529
when baby’s sick, 529
when to call doctor after, 529
Impetigo, 281
Inborn errors of metabolism, screening tests for, 122, 124, 524
Incubator; see Isolette
Independence, baby’s growing, 505–506
Independent play, 381–384, 505–506
Infant; see Baby
Infant car seat, 52–53; see also Car seat
Infant seat, 56–57
fussing in, 307
Infantile paralysis; see Polio
Infection
animal bites and, 577
blood, 611
breast; see Mastitis
ear, 556–558; see also Ear infection
in premature babies, 628
of umbilical stump, 221
urinary tract, 566–567
Influenza; see Flu
Influenza vaccine, 530, 536, 537
Inguinal hernia, 254–255
Injuries
first aid for, 574–594
preventing; see Babyproofing, Safety
Innocent murmur, 314
Insect bites
first aid for, 577–578
protecting against, 409 see also Bugs
Insect repellents, 409
Inserts, for car seats, 53, 157, 308
Insomnia, parent’s, 356
Insulin deregulation, as cause of low milk supply, 187
Insurance
disability, 58
health, 20, 125; see also Health insurance
life, 58
Intellectual skills, development of, 236, 248–249, 261, 369–373, 426–427; see also Brain Development, Development, IQ
Internal bleeding, first aid for, 576
International Association for Child Safety, 400
Intertrigo, 281
Intractable diarrhea, 564
Intravenous, 611
Intraventricular hemorrhage, 627–628
Intubation, 611
Intuition, parent’s, 105, 441, 527, 539
IQ
breast milk and, 4–5
extended breastfeeding and, 279
reduction of, because of lead, 342
see also Brain development, Intellectual skills
Iron
black stool and, 314
deficiency, 365; see also Anemia
deficiency, breath holding and, 458
deficiency, in preemies 628–629
importance of, 365
in cereal, 348, 364, 365, 378, 436, 449
supplementation, 195–196
supplementation, preemies and, 623
Irregular baby, 331
Irritability; see Fussiness
Isolette, in NICU, 612
IV feeding for premature baby, 602
IVH, 627–628
Jaundice, in preemie, 616, 629
Jaw, baby’s; see Mouth
Jellyfish sting, first aid for, 578–579
Job
going back to, 276–277
pumping on the, 262–266
stay-at-home dad and, 284–285
see also Work
Jogger stroller, 50
Jogging with baby, 283
Juice, 311
baby-bottle mouth and, 362–363, 412
constipation and, 563–564
diarrhea and, 311, 470, 565, 566
Jumper
Juvenile Products Manufacturers Association (JPMA), 49
Kangaroo care, 132, 216, 608, 609
Kernicterus, 153
Kitchen, babyproofing in the, 398–401
Labia; see genitals
Lact-Aid Nursing Trainer System, 93–94; see also SNS
Lactation; see Breastfeeding
Lactation consultant, 5, 22, 62–63, 80, 94, 96, 185, 614
Lactation induction, 94
Lactic acid, in breast milk, 89–90
Lactobacillus, 558
Lactose-free formula, 127
Lactose intolerance, 127, 198–199
Language
development, 235, 243–247, 390, 415–418, 426–427, 486–489
helping baby to talk, 371–373, 486–489
nonverbal, 246, 415–418 see also Baby signs
reading and, 424–426
slow development, and sippy cups, 412
slow development, and TV watching, 508–509
teaching a second, 247
see also individual skills, Timeline
Lanolin, for sore nipples, 79
Lansinoh
for sore nipples, 79
for baby skin, 320
Lanugo, 136
preemie and, 613
Large motor skills
development of, 235–236, 261, 370
older baby, 370
see also individual skills, Timeline, Toys
Laryngotracheo-bronchiolitis, 561–563
LATCH safety seat attachment system, 54, 156
Latching on, during breastfeeding, 67–70
Laundry
baby’s, 196
room, babyproofing, 402
Laxatives, 564
Layette, buying, for baby, 30–34
Lazy suckler, 185
Lead
dangers of, 342
in soil, 342
screening test for, 342
Leaking, of breast milk, 77–78
no longer, 181–182
while pumping, 177
Learning, early, 258–259, 426–427 see also Development
apps for, 509–511
classes and, 462
stimulating, 511–514
tv and, 508–509
Left-handedness, 424
Legislation protecting breastfeeding, 83, 84, 175, 176, 265
Legs
broken, 579
early walking and, 440–441
getting caught in crib slats, 44, 445
severed, 591
straight, in preemie, 613
Length, baby’s
average at birth, 121
charts, 115–119
see also Growth
Let-down
baby getting enough milk and, 183
during breastfeeding, 64, 75–76
encouraging, when pumping, 176
problems with, 186
slow, baby’s frustration over, 305
Lethargy, baby’s, calling doctor about, 539, 540
Life insurance, 58
Lifting baby, 167–169
Light
exposure to, for better sleep, 204–205
mixing up night and day and, 206
premature baby and, 611–612
sensitivity to, 329
Light bulbs, safety of, 397
Limb
broken, first aid for, 579
severed, first aid for, 591
Limits, setting 463–464
Linens, buying, for baby, 33–34
Lip tie, 188
Lips
blisters on, 189
cleft, breastfeeding and, 4
cut on, first aid for, 588
dry, as symptom of dehydration, 565
position of, when breastfeeding, 68
split, 588
Lochia, reduction of, and breastfeeding, 7
Loose bowel movements; see Bowel movements, Diarrhea
Loss of consciousness, first aid for, 583
and breath holding 456–458
and febrile convulsions, 547
Low-birthweight babies, 601–630; see also Premature baby
Low-fat diet, breastfeeding and, 103
Low iron; see Anemia, Iron deficiency
Low-iron formula, 127
Low milk supply; see Milk supply
Low-sensory-threshold baby, 329–330
Lumbar puncture, 611
Lump
in mom’s breast, 86
in groin, 255
in navel, 222
in scrotum, 255
Lutein, in formula, 127
Lyme disease, protecting against, 342, 577
Magnesium, and breastfeeding, 97
Manners, table, 452–453
Manny, 293; see also Babysitter
Manual breast pump, 173, 177–178
Maple syrup urine disease, testing for, in baby, 122, 524
Marine sting, first aid for, 578–579
Markers, to scribble with, 512
as part of bedtime routine, 205, 356
dads and, 252
how to give, 251–252
naps and, 325
of blocked milk duct, 86
of blocked tear duct, 233
preemies and, 251, 259–260, 608–609
to soothe crying baby, 216
Mastitis, 86–87
Mattress, bassinet, buying, 44
crib, buying, 44
crib, safety and, 270
parent’s, safety and, 274–275
Maxillary labial frenum, 188
Measles, mumps, rubella vaccine (MMR), 530–531, 534, 535, 536
for adults, 531
Measuring baby; see Growth, Length
Meconium, 153–154
aspiration of, 611
Medela supplemental nursing system, 93
Medicaid, 20
Medical care, getting regular, 249; see also Checkups
cold and cough, 551
dosing by weight, 553
flavoring for, 553
for colic, 214
giving, to unwilling baby, 553
herbal and homeopathic, 214, 322, 552
safety of, while breastfeeding, 88, 95–96, 99–101
unsafe, 551
Medicine
cabinet, stocking, 39–40
spoon or dropper for giving, 39
Medium-chain acyl-CoA dehydrogenase deficiency, testing for, in baby, 122, 524
Mei tais, 56
Menstruation; see Period
Mercury
in fish, 339–340
in thermometers, 543
in vaccines, 535
Mess
baby making a, 419–421
while eating, 452–453
Metabolic disorders, screening for, at birth, 122, 524
Micro preemies, 616
Microwave
thawing breast milk in the, 180
warming bottles in the, 129
warming food in the, 347
Middle ear inflammation; see Ear infection
Milestones, developmental; see Timeline
Milia, on baby’s face, 227–228
Milk
almond, 503
coconut, 503
cow’s, when to introduce, 433
hemp, 503
rice, 503
soy, 503
whole, 433
see also Breast milk, Formula
Milkscreen, 101
Milk supply, low, 74, 92, 179, 181–189
concern about, 181–189
during period, 88
excessive exercise and, 89
exclusive pumping and, 179
pumping up, 93–96
relactation and, 93–96
supplementation and, 90–92, 241
Mind, state of, newborn’s, 140–141
Mini-pill, breastfeeding and, 8
Mixing up days and nights, 205–206
MMR vaccine, 530–531, 534–535, 536
Mobiles, 256
Moles; see Birthmarks
Mongolian spots, 149
Monitor, baby, buying, 47–48
Monitoring baby’s breathing, 206–207, 273–274
preemies and, 610–611, 616, 620,
preemie’s in car seat, 624–625
Monitoring babysitter; see Babysitter
Moro reflex, 146–147
Mosquitoes, protecting against, 409, 577
Motor development, 104; see also Large motor skills, Small motor skills, Development
Motrin; see Ibuprofen
Mouth
blisters on, 189
cysts (or spots) in, 150
development, and breastfeeding, 5
dry, dehydration and, 565
finger sweep of, 597
foreign object in, first aid for, 585, 597; see also Choking
injuries to, first aid for, 588
positioning for breastfeeding, 67–70
putting everything in, 421
thrush in, 150–152
tongue-tied, 188
white patches in, 151
white spots on roof of, 150
see also Gums, Teeth, Tongue
Mouth-to-mouth resuscitation; see CPR
Movements, jerky, 282
Mouthing objects, 421
Mucus
blood in, 539
gagging on, in newborn, 139
in eyes, 233
in nose; see Nasal congestion
in stool, 154, 200, 348, 366, 564; see also Bowel movement
Multiples, 190–191
Mumps, 530–531, 534, 536; see also Measles, mumps, rubella vaccine
Murmur, heart, 313–314
Music
baby’s hearing and, 229
class, 462
for sleep, 204
loud, 229
stimulating baby with, 257–258, 512
Mylicon, 214
Nail(s)
detached, 585
injuries to, 584–585
scratching eczema with, 325
torn, 584
trimming, 165
Name for baby, choosing a, 12–14
Nanny; see Babysitter
Nanny cam, 296
Nanny tax, 294
catnapping, 323
changing patterns in, 323–325, 483
early waking and, 357
giving up on, 483
mixing up day and night and, 205–206
nighttime sleep and, 205
number and length of, 206
sleep training and, 349–355
snacks before, 476
see also Sleep(ing)
Nasal cannula, 611
Nasal congestion,
breast milk to relieve, 81
breastfeeding strike and, 304–305
colds and, 554–556
croup and, 561
flu and, 559
food allergies and, 326
foul smell from, 556
humidifier to relieve, 555
milk allergy and, 199
RSV and, 559
see also Nose
National Button Battery Ingestion Hotline, 397
National Sanitation Foundation, 337–338
Navel
lump in, 222
see also Umbilical stump
Nebulizer, for asthma, 567, 568
NEC, 628
Neck
injury, first aid for, 579
stiffness, 538–539
Necrotizing enterocolitis, 628
Nectresse; see Sugar substitutes
Negative baby, 332–333
Neonatal intensive care unit; see NICU
Neonatal screening tests, 122, 124, 524
Neonatologist, 611
Nerve injury, tooth, 475
Nevus flammeus, 149
Nevus simplex, 149
Newborn; see Baby
NICU, 609–615
baby leaving, 620
emotional rollar coaster of, 615–618
handling a long stay in the, 614–615
Night and day, mixing up, 205–206
hunger and, 269–273
sleep regression and, 417
sleep training and, 349–354
teething and 321
see also Sleep(ing)
safety of, 397
Nightgowns, buying for baby, 32
Nipple confusion, 91
Nipple feeding a preemie, 603
Nipples, bottle
Nipples, breast
biting, 386–387
breastfeeding and, 67–70
burning in, 150
cracked, 78–80
latching on, during breastfeeding, 67–70
lubrication for, 79–80
pain while pumping, 176
shells, 79
shields, 79
thrush on, 150–151
toughening, before breastfeeding, 6
yeast infection on, 150–151
Nitrates in food, 340
No, saying to baby, 464
negativity and, 506–507
Noise
from fireworks, 399
from toys, 316
not reacting to, 229–232
premature baby and, 609, 610–611
sensitivity to, 329
too loud, 229
when baby is sleeping, 203
Nose
appearance of, at birth, 136
bleeding from, 588–589
caring for, 165
foul smell from, 589
injuries to, first aid for, 588–589
object in, first aid for, 589
runny or stuffy, 554–556
suctioning with aspirator, 554, 555
Nurse, baby, 14–18
Nursery, buying for, 42–48
Nursing
blisters, 189
fashion, 82–83
in public, 83–84
pads, 77
style, of baby, 71
see also Breast; Breastfeeding; Breast milk; Pump(ing)
Nurturing baby, 236–237, 426–427; see also Bonding, Development, Kangaroo care, Massage
Nut butters, introducing, 349, 505
Nutrasweet; see Sugar substitutes
Nutrition; see Diet, Eat(ing), Feeding, Solids
Nuts
allergies to, 199, 326, 349, 505
allergies to, and baby care products, 38
choking risk of, 349, 399, 431, 498, 505
sensitivity to, and breastmilk, 199
Nystatin, 151
Oatmeal, bath, colloidal, for itching, 326
Obesity; see Overweight
Object, foreign
stuck in ear, 582
stuck in eye, 582–583
stuck in mouth or throat, 588
stuck in nose, 589
swallowed, 593; see also Choking
Object permanence,
separation anxiety and, 478
Oil, in baby’s diet, 449
Ointment
antibiotic, 39
antibiotic, eye, 121, 135, 233
for eczema, 325–326
Older child; see Siblings
Omega-3 fatty acids
brain development and, 97
breastfeeding diet and, 97
in formula, 129
Onesies, buying, for baby, 30
Oral aversion, in premature baby, 606
Oral syringe, for dispensing medicine, 39, 551, 553
Organic
baby-care products, 38
foods, 338–341
foods, while breastfeeding, 102–103
formula, 126–127
fruits and vegetables, 338–339
see also Green
Otitis media; see Ear infection
Otoacoustic emissions (OAE) hearing screening, 124
Outdoor safety, 403–406; see also Playground
Outings
taking baby out, 224–227
see also Travel
Outsiders, exposure to, 226–227
Overheating
and risk of SIDS, 271
during sleep, 271
heat-related illness from, 587
in baby carrier, 56
in car, 231
overbundling and, 226
asthma, increased risk of, and, 567
breastfeeding and,
early introduction of solids and, 311
extended breastfeeding and, 279
formula and, 115, 128, 192–193, 311
juice and, 311
too much snacking and, 477
Overwhelmed, feeling, 194–195
preemie and, 615–618
see also Postpartum depression
Ovulation and breastfeeding, 7
Oxygen hood, 611
Oxyhood, 611
Oxytocin
bonding and, 132
dad’s and, 252
massage and, 252
Pacifier
as comfort object, 219–221
becoming a habit, 220–221
choosing a, 42
ear infection risk and, 220, 557
extra sucking need and, 193, 217, 221, 310
for older baby, 357
GERD relief, and, 571
pros and cons, 220–221
nipple confusion and, 155, 220
safe use of, 221
types of, 42
using, in hospital, 154–155
when to wean from, 357
Pack and play; see Play yard
Packing
a diaper bag, 224–225
for travel, 517
Pain
abdominal, 566
circumcision, 11
digestive; see Digestive upset
ear, 556–557
gas; see Gas
reliever; see Medication
teething, 321–322
teething, at night, 437–439
thrush and, 151
when getting shots, 535
when pumping, 176
when to call doctor for, 540
when urinating, 566
Paint
Palate, cleft, breastfeeding and, 4; see also Mouth
Palmar grasping reflex, 147
Panadol; see Acetaminophen
Parabens, in baby care products, 38
Parallel play, 500
Parenteral hyperalimentation, 602
Parenting philosophies, 27, 267, 269
Passport, for baby, 516
Pasteurized, 339
Patent ductus arteriosus, 627
PCV, 535–538
Peanuts, peanut butter
allergies and, 199, 326–327, 349, 505
choking risk and, 349, 399, 498, 505
oil in baby lotions, 38
sensitivity to, breastmilk and, 199
Pear juice; see also Juice
constipation and, 563–564
diarrhea and, 566
Pedialyte; see Rehydration fluid
Pediatric nurse practitioner, 22
Pediatrician, choosing a, 19–27; see also Doctor
Penile adhesion, 254
Penis
adhesion, 254
defect in (hypospadias), 223
diaper rash on, 282
erections and, 423
playing with, 422–423
sore on, 282
see also Circumcision
Period, mom’s
and breastfeeding, 7, 88–89, 183
breast rejection and, 304, 432
return of, postpartum, 88
Periodic breathing, 206
Permethrin, as insect repellent, 409
Pertussis, 528, 531, 534; see also Diphtheria, tetanus, acellular pertussis vaccine
Pest control, 341–342
Pesticides, 341–342
Pets
allergy to, 556
bites; see Bites, animal
preparing, for baby, 16–17
safety of baby near, 409
Petting zoo, 337
Phazyme, 214
Phenylketonuria (PKU)
breastfeeding and, 4
screening for, at birth, 122, 524
Phimosis, 10
Phlegm
blood in, 539
blood-tinged, coughing up, 539
Phlegmy sound when feeding, 570
Phototherapy treatment, for jaundice, 152
Phthalates, in baby care products, 38
Physical activity; see Exercise
Physical exams; see Checkups
Physician; see Doctor
Physician’s assistant, 22
Picaridin, as insect repellent, 409
Picking up baby, 167–169
all the time, 381–384
Picky eating, 434–435
Pigeon-toed, 253
Pigmented nevi, 149
Pillow
for baby support, 57
for older baby, 502
sleep safety and, 43, 202, 270, 275
Pimples
breast milk for, 81
on baby’s face, 227–228
see also Milia
Pins and needles, feeling in breast, 75; see also Letdown
Plantar reflex, 147
Plants
household, air purifying, 336
household, poisonous, 396
Play mat, 59
for tummy time, 236
Play yard
buying, 45–46
safety, 393
spending time in, 423–424
Playdates, 460–461
Playground
equipment, safety of, 405–406
safety, teaching baby, 409
Playgroup, benefits of a, 460–461
Play(ing)
in the 1st month, 172
in the 2nd month, 239
in the 3rd month, 263
in the 4th month, 303
in the 5th month, 318
in the 6th month, 344
in the 7th month, 375
in the 8th month, 411
in the 9th month, 429
in the 10th month, 447
in the 11th month, 469
in the 12th month, 491
parallel, 500
with apps and computers, 509–511
with genitals, 422–423
with other babies, 460–461, 500
see also Stimulating your baby
Pneumococcal conjugate vaccine, 533–536
to help prevent ear infections, 557
Pneumothorax, 611
Poison Control, 404–405, 575, 589
Poison ivy, first aid for, 591
Poison oak, first aid for, 591
Poison sumac, first aid for, 591
Poisoning, poisonous
first aid for, 589–590
preventing, 404–405
substances, keeping baby away from, 404–405
sun; see Sunburn
Poisonous plants, 396
Polio, 528–530
Pollen, allergy to, 556
Pollution indoors, 336–338
Pool safety, 407; see also Swimming
Poop; see Bowel movement
Portable crib; see also Play yard
buying, 45–46
safety, 393
Port-wine stain, 149
POS; see Health insurance
Position for safe sleep, 201, 247–250, 270–271, 299
Positioners, sleep, 202, 250, 270
Positions, breastfeeding, 65–67
Postpartum
depression, 213, 495, 525, 618
recovery, breastfeeding and, 5, 7
recovery from, 139
weight loss, 7
Potty training
cloth diapers and, 35
early, 367
Pouch
baby carrier, 56
food, 376
PPO; see Health insurance
Prebiotics
in breastmilk, 3
in supplementation formula, 92, 127, 129
PreCheck, 519–520
Pregnancy, spacing next, 484–485
Premature baby(ies), 601–630
adjusted age and, 108, 607, 621, 622–624
appearance of, 613
bonding with, 607–609
breastfeeding, 602–607, 618–619
car seats for, 624–625
catching up in development, 622–624
categories of, 616
coping with emotions about, 614–618
feeding, 602–607
getting optimum care for, 612, 614–615
guilt about, 615–618
handling, 619–620
health problems, 625–630
keeping warm at home, 622
massage, benefits for, 251, 259–260, 608–609
medical terms to know about, 610–611
nutrition for, 602–607
permanent problems of, 620–622
pumping breast milk for, 604, 605
rehospitalization of, 629
siblings and, 621
vaccines and, 624
weight loss, 604
see also Low-birthweight baby
Preparing for baby, 2–59
Preparing nipples for breastfeeding, 6
Pretend play, 513
Preterm infant; see Premature baby(ies)
Prevacid, 571
Prickly heat, 227
Probiotics, 558
asthma and, 568
celiac disease and, 569
constipation and, 563
eczema, 326
GERD and, 571
to treat colic, 214
to treat thrush, 151
Processed food, 340
Produce; see Fruit, Vegetables
dirty dozen, 338
organic, 338–341
Progesterone, 64
Progestin-only pill, 9
Prolactin
deficiency, and breastfeeding, 187
Propping
baby after feeds, 198
baby in car seat, 156–157
baby with GERD, 571
bottle, 132
bottles for twins, 190
mattress, 250
Protein foods, 448
Prune juice, for constipation, 563
Pulling
baby’s arm, risk of, 497
hair, 455
Pulling up, 439–440
during night, 439
Pulse oximeter, in NICU, 612–614
Pump, breast
choosing a, 173–175
health insurance coverage of, 175
types of, 173–175
using a, 177–178
Pump(ing) breast milk,
best time to, 175
exclusive, 179
for adopted baby, 94–95
for premature baby, 605
pain while, 176
preparing to, 175–176
safety of, 175
supplies for, 42
to pump up milk supply, 93–96
to relieve engorgement, 74, 173
working and, 262–266
see also Expressing breast milk
Puncture wound, first aid for, 592
Pupils, in head injuries, 586–587
Purple
skin, 229
spots, 538
Rabies, 577
RAD, 568
Radiators, childproofing, 395
Radon gas, 336
Rapid eye movement; see REM sleep
Rare, meat and fish for baby, 451
Rare, meat and fish, while breastfeeding, 100
Rash
breast milk to treat, 81
cradle cap, 253
diaper, 3, 12, 34, 35, 37, 281–282; see also Diaper rash
eczema, 325–326
face; see Acne, Milia, Pimples, Skin
food allergy and, 326–327, 348
from contact with irritant, 196, 325–326
from foods in mom’s diet, 98
heat, 227
hypoallergenic formula and, 126
milk allergy and, 199
on body, 326–327
on cheeks and chin, 320, 325–326
on penis, 282
reaction to vaccine and, 529, 531, 532
seborrheic, 253
teething and, 320
when to call the doctor for, 539
with fever, 539
yeast infection, and, 151
see also Chicken pox, Measles, Poison ivy, Poison oak, Poison sumac
RDS, 625–626
Reactive airway disease, 568
Reader, raising a, 424–425
Reading to baby, 170, 236, 245, 249, 424–425, 489
as part of a bedtime routine, 357
Rear-facing car seat; see Car seat
Recalls, product, 342
Receiving blankets, 33
Receptive language, 415
Rectal temperature, taking, 543–534
Rectal thermometer for constipation relief, 564
Reflexes, newborn, 146–147
Reflux; see Gastroesophageal reflux disease, Spitting up
formula for babies with severe, 127
preemies and, 606
telling spitting up from GERD, 198, 569–570
Registering, for baby products, 29
Reglan, 95
Regression, sleep, 417
Rehospitalization, of premature babies, 629
Rehydration fluids, 39
to prevent dehydration, 565
Relactation, 93–96
Relationship, parents’, 324
Relationship, with grandparents, 18, 19, 38
REM sleep, 139, 141, 204–205, 207
Rescue breaths, 597, 598, 599, 600
Respiration; see Breathing
Respiratory distress syndrome, 625–626
Respiratory symptoms, and allergic baby
with food allergy, 326
with milk allergy, 199
Respiratory symptoms, and sick baby, 540
colds and, 554–556
croup and, 561
flu and, 559–563
RDS and, 625–626
RSV and, 559
Respiratory syncytial virus, 559–561
risk to preemies, 560
Restaurant, going to a, with baby, 388–389
Restrictive airway disease, 568
Resuscitation techniques; see CPR
Retinopathy of prematurity, 627
Retractions, 539, 560, 561, 563, 567
Reverse psychology, as discipline technique, 467
Reye’s syndrome, 551
Rhythmic behaviors, 453–454
Rice milk, 503
Right-handedness, 424
Ring sling, 56
Rocking or rolling (baby’s habit), 453–454
Rocking baby, 216, 250, 269, 272, 501; see also Sleep training
Rocking baby to sleep, 204, 209
Rocking chair, buying; see Glider
Rolling over; see Timeline, Turning over
Romance, finding time for, 324, 484
Room sharing, 205, 271, 272, 387
Rooming-in, in hospital, 138
and breastfeeding, 61
Rooting reflex, 68, 78, 133, 144, 146
ROP, 627
Routine
bedtime, 205, 268, 350, 351, 355–357
irregular baby and, 331
poor adaptability baby and, 331–332
schedules and, 266–268
RSV infection, 559–561
Rubbing alcohol, 39
umbilical stump care and, 165–166
Rubella, 530–531; see also Measles, mumps, rubella vaccine
Rules; see Limits
Running, with baby, 283
Runny nose; see Nasal congestion, Nose, Respiratory symptoms
Saccharine; see Sugar substitutes
Safe, keeping baby, 230–231; see also Safety
Safety, 230–231, 333–342, 391–409
around poisonous substances, 400–406
around water, 405, 407, 408; see also Safety, bath
at holiday time, 399
at home, 334–338, 419–420, 514
babyproofing and, 391–409
bathroom and, 401–402
bed sharing and, 274–276
crib, 43, 202, 270–271, 392, 443, 501–502
during sleep, 169, 201, 202, 220, 231, 247–250, 270–271, 358–359, 443, 502
environment and, 334–342
food prep, 451
formula prep, 128–133
gate, 392–393
older baby and, 514
outdoors, 403–406
playground and, 403, 404, 405, 409
room sharing and, 205, 271, 274, 387
street, 408–409
teaching about, 406–409
while feeding, 346–347
Salicylates, 551
Saline nose drops, 555
Salmon patch, 149
Salt poisoning, under-diluted formula and, 129
Sandbox, keeping safe, 403–404
Savings account, 58
Scalp, injuries to, first aid for, 586
flaky; see Cradle cap
newborn, 136
Schedule
baby’s, 266–268; see also Bedtime routine, Routine, Sleeping, Feeding
irregular baby and, 331
poor-adaptability baby and, 331
Scissors, nail, 38
Scooting, as form of crawling, 418
Scrapes, skin, first aid for, 592
Scratching, from eczema, 325–326
Screaming, parent’s, 466
Screen time for babies, 508–511
Screening tests
for anemia, 365
for hearing, 124
for lead, 342
for newborn; see Neonatal screening tests
Scrotum
care of, 159
lump in, 255
swelling of, 222
see also Testicle
Seat, infant; see Infant seat
Seborrheic dermatitis, 253, 281
Second language, 247
Secondhand smoke, hazards of; see Smoking
Security objects, 442–444
Seedy stool; see Bowel movement
Seizures; see Convulsions
refusing to, 504–505
see also Finger foods, Snacking
Senses, stimulating baby’s, 255–261
Sensitive baby, 329–330
Sensitive formula, 126
Sensitivity to foods in mom’s diet, 98–99, 199–200
Sensitivity to light, eye, 233, 456
Sensor pad, in crib, to detect baby’s movement, 48
Sensorineural hearing loss, 572
Sensory overload, and colic, 211
Sensory threshold, low, 329–330
Separation anxiety, 478–480, 480–483, 498
always wanting to be held and, 381–384
at bedtime, 480–483
Sepsis, 611
Serious baby, 332–333
Severed limb, first aid for, 591
Shaking baby, dangers of, 286, 465
Shampoo
buying for baby, 37
chemicals in, 38
for cradle cap, 253
Shampooing baby, 162–163, 164, 438
Sharing
bed, with baby; see Co-sleeping
Sheets, buying, for baby, 33; see also Linens
Shivering
hypothermia and, 587
with fever, 547
Shock
electric, first aid for, 582
first aid for, 591
Shoes
for nonwalking baby, 369
for walkers, 473
Shopping carts
covers for, 55
Shots; see Immunization
Siblings
breastfeeding and, 85
of colicky baby, 218–219
of premature baby, 621
preparing, 13
spacing, 484–485
tandem breastfeeding, 84–86
Sick baby, 537–548, 554–567; see also Illness
Side-lying position, breastfeeding and, 67
Side sleeping, 202
SIDS
baby flipping and, 358–359
breastfeeding and, 4, 271, 279
co-sleeping and, 274–276
overheating and, 226, 250, 270–271
pacifiers and, 220
room sharing and, 204–205, 271, 274–275, 387
safe sleep to prevent, 202, 204–205, 247–250, 270–271, 274–276
Sight; see Eyes, Vision
Sight, stimulating baby’s, 256–257
Signing with baby, 415–418
Silliness, as discipline technique, 467
Simethicone drops, 214
Sippy cup
risks of, 412
safe use of, 412
types of, 413
see also Cups
Sitting up
baby not, 386
late, 441
Sizes, of baby clothes, 31
Skills; see Development
Skin
appearance of newborn’s, 136
appearance of preemie’s, 613
appearance, when sick, 541
birthmarks on, 145–149
blotches, reddish, on, 150
bruise on, first aid for, 591–592
color changes, 228–229
color of, in baby of color, 228
cuts on, first aid for, 592
mottled, 229
purple spots on, 538
wounds, first aid for, 591–593
yellowing of; see Jaundice
see also Eczema, Milia, Pimples, Rash
Skin to skin, 132, 216–217, 608
Slapping, 465
Slats, crib, limbs getting caught in, 443
Slats, crib, safety of, 43
Sleep regression, 417
Sleep sacks, 32, 170, 223, 226, 250
Sleep training, 349–355
Sleepers, bedside, 46
Sleepiness, newborn’s, 137–138, 192
of premature baby, while feeding, 606
Sleep (ing)
associations, 205, 351–352, 501
baby, waking, for feeding, 139–142
baby’s breathing while, 206–207
breastfed baby falling to, 268–269
checking for breathing during, 207
cues, 351
dream; see REM slep
getting baby to, 349–357
in parent’s bed; see Co-sleeping
in parent’s room; see Room sharing
in the 1st month, 172
in the 2nd month, 239
in the 3rd month, 263
in the 4th month, 303
in the 5th month, 318
in the 6th month, 344
in the 7th month, 375
in the 8th month, 411
in the 9th month, 429
in the 10th month, 447
in the 11th month, 469
in the 12th month, 491
mixing up day and night, 205–206
mom’s, while breastfeeding, 81–82
mom’s position for, and milk supply, 187
noise when baby is, 203
noisy breathing and, 206–207
on back, baby unhappy while, 202–203, 247–250
only in your arms, 208–209
parents not, 356
patterns, 141
patterns, no discernable, 203–204
periods of, newborn, 141
position for, 202–203, 247–250, 271
positioners; see Positioners
propping for, 250
putting baby down while, 207–209
REM, 138, 139, 141, 204–205, 207
restless, 204–205
schedule, 266–268
strategies for good, 204–205
swaddling for, 202, 204, 249–250
teaching how to fall asleep, 349–354
teething and, 321
through feedings, newborn, 139–142, 184
through the night, 269–273, 349–354
through the night and cereal, 241
through the night and formula, 241
turning over in, 358–359
waking from for feeds, 139–142, 143
waking up for nighttime feeds, 269–273, 349–354
weaned baby and, 500–501
while feeding, 139–142, 268–269
see also Bedtime routine, Naps, Waking
Sleepwear, 32
Sling, baby, 55–56, 383; see also Wearing baby
Small motor skills
development of, 236–237, 260–261, 370–371
older baby, 370–371
Smell
from umbilical stump, 221
from urine, 566–567
sense of, 256
sensitivity to, 330
stimulating baby’s, 256
Smiling, infrequent, 332–333
Smiling, not, as red flag, 105
Smoke
inhalation, first aid, 590
secondhand, dangers of, 394
thirdhand, dangers of, 394
Smoked meat and fish, 340
Smoking,
colic and, 213
ear infections and, 558
SIDS and, 271
while breastfeeding, 101
Snake bites, first aid for, 578
Snowsuit, buying for baby, 32
SNS; see Supplemental nutrition system
Soap for baby, 37
Social cues and parents, 512
Social development; see Social skills
Social Security card, 148
Social skills, 500
daycare and, 294
older baby and, 371
playgroups and, 460–461
shyness and, 497–500
see also Parallel play, Playing, Stranger anxiety
Socializing, 460–461
Socks, 33
for walking, 474
touch sensitivity and, 330
Soft spots on baby’s head; see Fontanel
Solids
allergies and, 318, 326–327, 348, 349, 376
baby-led weaning and, 379
best first foods, 346–348
chunky, 431
feeding safely, 346–347
homemade, 377–380
in the 5th month, 318
in the 6th month, 344
in the 7th month, 375
in the 8th month, 411
in the 9th month, 429
in the 10th month, 447
in the 11th month, 469
in the 12th month, 491
introducing, 311, 317–319, 343–349
introducing new, 348
introducing to preemie, 607, 623
mushed to chunky, 431
organic, 338–340
pouches of, 376
premature babies and, 607, 623
readiness for, 319
rejection of, 345
snacks; see Snacking
stages of, store bought, 378
starting, 343–349
store bought, 375–377
too soon, and overweight, 311, 319
warming up, 347
when to introduce, 317–319
Sore nipples; see Nipples
Sound; see also Hearing, Noise
sensitivity to, 329
Sour milk, exercise and, 89
Soy formula, 126
Soy milk, 503
Spacer device, for asthma medication, 568
Spacing children, 484–485
Spanking, 465
Speaking to baby; see Talking
Special needs baby, 571
Speech; see Language
Spices, in baby food, 376, 378, 380, 430, 451
Spices, in mom’s diet, 97–99
Spitting up, 197–198
blood in, 198
excessive; see GERD
Splenda, and breastfeeding; see Sugar substitutes
Splinters, removing, 593
Split lip, first aid for, 588
Spoiled food, avoiding, 346–347
grandparents and, 19
Sponge baths, 161–163
Spoonfeeding, 345–346, 435–436
Spots, purple, on skin, 538
Spots on skin; see Skin
Spraying breast milk, 77–78; see also Let-down
Stains, on teeth, 390
Stairs
climbing, 406
Startling reflex, in newborn, 145, 147
States of consciousness in newborns, 140–141
Stationary
Stay at home, deciding whether to, 276–277
Stay-at-home dads, 284–285
Steam inhalation, for croup, 561–562
Stepping reflex, 147
Steps; see Stairs
Steps, first; see Walking
Sterilizing
bottles, 129
for preemies, 622–623
water, 129
with thrush, 152
Steroid(s)
cream for eczema, 325–326
for asthma, 568
Stevia; see Sugar substitutes
Stimulating your baby
early months, 255–261
older baby, 369–373
one-year-old, 511–514
toys and, 315
TV and technology, and, 508–511
see also Development, Intellectual skills, Language, Senses
Stimulation, sensitivity to, 329–330
colic and crying, and, 210–211, 218–219
Sting
insect first aid for, 577–578
marine animal, first aid for, 578–579
Stitches, 592
Stomach, full, and spitting up, 128, 193
see also Spitting up
Stomach, obstruction of; see Pyloric stenosis
Stomach pain,
celiac disease and, 569
ibuprofen and, 550
see also Abdominal pain, Digestive upset, Gas
Stomach sleeping, 202, 247–250, 358–359
Stomach sleeping, mom’s, 187
Stool; see Bowel movement, Constipation, Diarrhea
Storing
breast milk, 178–180
formula, 130
toys, 393–394
Storage bags, for breast milk, 178
Stork bites, 149
Stranger(s)
fear of, 442
newborn’s exposure to, 226–227
Strawberry hemangioma, 147–149
Straws, drinking with, 414; see also Cup, Sippy cup
Street safety, 408–409
Stretchies, buying for baby, 32
Stinging in nipples, 151
Stress
in NICU, 615–618
of colic, coping with, 212–213
see also Overwhelmed, feeling, Postpartum depression
Stridor, 561–563
Stroller
buying, 48–51
types of, 48–51
Stuffed animals
as comfort object, 442–444
safety of, 316
Subcutaneous ring block, 11
Submersion, swim classes and, 408
Submersion injury, first aid for, 581–582
Sucking
blister on lip from, 189
extra need for, 133, 142, 193, 217, 310
on food pouch, 376
on lotion-covered skin, 309
pacifier; see Pacifier
reflex, in newborns, 61, 146–147
straw; see Straws
thumb; see Thumb sucking vs. suckling, 69
see also Bottle feeding, Breastfeeding
Suckling
ineffective, 185
see also Breastfeeding
Sudden Infant Death Syndrome; see SIDS
Sugar, limiting, 450–451
Sugar substitutes, safety of, while breastfeeding, 102
Sun; see also Sunscreen
protecting baby from, 225, 226
protecting eyes from, 456
Sunburn
first aid for, 580
preventing, 225
Sunglasses, 456
Super baby, raising a, 426–427
Supervision, importance of, 402
in activity center, 368–369
in bath, 360
in jumper, 328
in swing, 328
in water, 407
Supplemental nursing system, 93–94, 184, 185, 242
Supplementation formula, 127, 241
Supplementing
when baby isn’t thriving, 183–185, 242
with formula, if breastfeeding, 90–92, 238–243
Supplements, for breastfeeding mom, 97
Supplements, for baby; see Vitamin supplements
Supplementary water, 61, 186, 193
Surfactant, 611, 616, 625, -626
Sushi, safety of, while breastfeeding, 100
Swaddle, swaddling, 169–170, 223–224
baby kicking off, 223–224
baby who doesn’t like, 170, 216, 223–224
blankets, 33–34
crying and, 216
how to, 169–170
to keep baby on back, 202, 249–250
Swaddlers, 33–34
Swallowed objects, first aid for, 593
Sweeteners, safety of, while breastfeeding, 102
Swimming
classes, 408
pool, safety around, 405, 407, 408
Swine flu; see Influenza
Swing, playground; see Playground
Swinging by the arms, risk of, 497
Symptoms, of sick baby, 537–542, 554–567
Table
feeding baby at, 448
feeding chairs at, 41
manners, 452–453
Tablecloths, babyproofing and, 396
Tablets for babies, 509–511
Talking
baby’s early, 390
first words, 415
helping baby to, 487–489
second language, 247
to older baby, 372–373, 487–489
to younger baby, 244–245
see also Language
Tandem nursing, 84–86
Tap water, safety of, 336–337
Taste
of breast milk, mom’s diet and, 97–98; see also Breast milk
sensitivity to, 329
stimulating baby’s, 255–256
Td booster (Tdap), 531
Tea, chamomile
for colic, 214
for teething pain, 322
Tea bags, for sore nipples, 80
Tear duct, blocked, 233
Tearless crying, dehydration and, 565
Teary eyes, 233
Technology, and baby, 509–511
Teeth
breast milk and, 5
broken, 588
brushing, 363–364
chewing and, 437
chipped, 475
coming in crooked, 388–390
decay, 362–364
dentist and, 364
fluoride and, 197, 337–338, 364
in newborn, 150
knocked out, 588
mottling of, 197
none yet, 437
stains on, 390
see also Teething, Tooth decay
Teething, 319–322
gels, 322
pain, at night, 437–439
refusing to breastfeed and, 305, 432
relief for, 322
rings, 322
symptoms of, 319–322,
Television watching, 508–509
Temper, parent’s, 213, 465, 466, 467
Temperament, baby’s
challenging, 328–333
shyness and, 497–500
Temperature
as symptom, in sick baby, 538–539
evaluating, 546
keeping baby the right, 204, 224–226, 271
keeping preemie the right, 622
normal body, 546
taking baby’s, 543–546
see also Fever, Overheating
Temperature of food, safe, 451
Temporal artery, taking temperature, 544–545
Tempra; see Acetaminophen
Testicles
swelling of, 222–223
undescended, 254
Tests
Apgar, 123
hearing, 124
Tetanus, 527–528, 531, 591; see also Diphtheria, tetanus, acellular pertussis vaccine (DTaP)
Texting, distraction and, 395, 518
Thawing frozen breast milk, 180
The Newborns’ and Mothers’ Health Protection Act, 155
Thermometer, 543–546
axillary, 545
choosing a, 543–546
digital, 543
mercury-free, 543
oral, 545
pacifier, 545
rectal, 544
temporal artery, 544–545
tympanic, 545–546
underarm, 545
Thimerosal, in vaccines, 535
Thin baby, 133, 312–313; see also Low-birthweight baby
Thirdhand smoke, hazards of; see Smoking
Thrush, 150–152
and feeding fussiness, 151, 305
on nipple, 151–152
Ticks
Lyme disease and, 409
removing, 577
Tied tongue, breastfeeding and, 188
Timeline, developmental, 106–114
Tobacco smoke; see Smoking
Toe injuries, first aid for, 583–585
Toenails; see Nail(s)
Toilet, babyproofing, 401, 402
Toilet training, early, 367
Tongue
positioning for breastfeeding, 68–69
thrust reflex, and starting solids, 319
white coating on, 151
white patches on; see Thrush
Tongue-tied, 188
Tonic neck reflex, 147
Tooth; see Teeth
Tooth decay
baby-bottle mouth and, 362–363
bottle-feeding and, 362–363, 470
diet and, 364
discoloration and, 390
preventing, 362–364
propping the bottle and, 132
sippy cups and, 412
straw cups and, 414
Toothbrush, 363–364
Toothpaste, 364
Total parenteral nutrition (TPN), 602
Touch
sensitivity to, 329–330
stimulating baby’s sense of, 255–261
see also Bonding, Kangaroo care, Massage, Skin-to-skin
Touch screens for babies, 509–511
Towels, buying, for baby, 33
Toxic substances; see Poisoning
Toxins
avoiding; see Green
in baby’s environment, 333–342
in food, 338–341
in water, 336–338
see also BPA, Lead, Safety
Toy chest, safety of, 393–394
Toys, 257, 260–261, 314–316, 370–371, 512–513
educational, 426–427
electronic, 509–511
for development, 257, 260–261, 370–371, 512–513
for travel, 517
in the 1st month, 172
in the 2nd month, 239
in the 3rd month, 263
in the 4th month, 303
in the 5th month, 318
in the 6th month, 344
in the 7th month, 375
in the 8th month, 411
in the 9th month, 429
in the 10th month, 447
in the 11th month, 469
in the 12th month, 491
safety of, 231, 315–316, 342, 393–394
storage of, 393–394
TPN, 602
Train, traveling by, 521–522
Transfusion, blood, 611
Transitional
breast milk, 73
object; see Comfort object
stools, 153–154
Travel system stroller, 49–50
Traveling, with baby, 517–522
by car, 517–518
by plane, 518–521
by train, 521–522
Treadmill, and safety, 395–396
Triple stroller, 50
Tub
baby bath, buying, 38–39
bathing baby in the, 161–165
bathing in the big, 359–361
fear of, 359–361
safety, 360
seat, 360
Tummy
flipping over to, during the night, 358–359
see also Abdominal, Digestive upset, Gas, Stomach
hard time with, 250–251
importance of, 236, 248–249, 419
mat for, 59
preemie and, 624
Turning over
in sleep, 358–359
see also Timeline
TV watching, 508–509
Tweezers, 39
Twins, 190–191
Tylenol; see Acetaminophen
Tympanic thermometers, 545–546
Umbilical catheter, 611
Umbilical cord, clamping of, at birth, 120, 121
Umbilical hernia, 222
Umbilical stump
care of, 165–166
healing of, 221
infection of, 221
Umbrella stroller, 50
travel and, 520
Underarm, taking temperature in, 545
Understanding baby, 140–141, 144, 246, 415–418
crying, 144
Underweight baby; see Skinny baby
Undescended testicles, 254
Unhappy baby, 332–333
Upper respiratory infections; see Colds
Urethra, opening of, 223
Urinary tract infection, 541, 566–567
circumcision and, 10
probiotics and, 558
Urination
frequency of, breastfed baby and, 182
infrequent, and dehydration, 155, 565
painful, 566
Urine
color of, 182–183
pink, 98
smelly, 566
UTI; see Urinary tract infection
Vaccinations, 526–537
developmental delays and, 535
for adopted baby, 533
for adults, 531
for premature baby, 624
mercury in, 535
recommended schedule for, 536
safety 532
when to call doctor after, 529
see also Immunizations
Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System, 529
Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, 529
VAERS, 529
Vagina
baby playing with, 422–423
discharge from, in newborns, 136
swollen, in newborn, 136
Valuables, safety around, 420
Varicella; see Chicken pox
Varicella vaccine, 531–532, 536
Vaseline, 37
Vegan diet, 365–366
breastfeeding and, 196
Vegetables, in baby’s diet, 348, 349
organic, 338–341
Vegetarian diet, 365–366
Ventilator, 611
Venous hemangioma, 149
Vernix, 136
Violent feelings, toward baby, 213, 465, 467
Vision, 232–233
omega-3 fatty acids and, 129, 449
stimulating baby’s, 256–257
see also Eyes, Sight
Vitamin A, foods, 449
Vitamin B12, 366
Vitamin C, 196
foods, 449
Vitamin D, 193–197
breastfeeding diet and, 97
Vitamin K shot, at birth, 122, 124
Vitamin supplements, 193–197, 450
breastfeeding and, 97, 100–101
Vomiting
blood, 576
dehydration and, 565
during CPR, 600
flu and, 559
from too much crying, 352
inducing, 590
milk allergy and, 198
rotavirus and, 537
sensitivities in breastfed baby and, 199
when to call the doctor for, 539, 564, 565, 566
with constipation, 564
with diarrhea, 565
with head injury, 586
with internal bleeding, 576
with poisoning, 589
with shock, 591
with swallowed object, 593
see also Gagging, GERD, Spitting up
Wakefulness
in newborn period, 138
Waking baby, when putting down, 207–209
Waking sleeping newborn, for feeding, 139–142
Waking up
at night; see Sleeping, Sleep regression
early, 357–358
teething pain and, 321, 437–439
Walking
early, 440–441
newborn reflex, 146
not yet, at a year, 496–497
shoes for, 473–474
stationary walker and delayed, 368
with help, 440–441
see also Timeline
Walking reflex, 146
Wardrobe, baby’s; see Clothing
Wardrobe, for nursing, 82–83
Warm, keeping baby, 53, 224–226
keeping preemie, 622
see also Overheating
Warming
bottle, 129
diaper wipes, 37
frozen breastmilk, 180
solids, 347
Washcloth, 33
Washing
baby in bath, 161–165
baby’s clothes, 196
hands, to reduce spread of germs, 557
Wastebaskets, and safety, 395, 401
Water
bottled, 337–338
filters, 337
glucose, in nursery, 61
intoxication, 408
nitrates in, 337
safety of baby near, 360, 405, 407, 408
sterilizing, for formula preparation, 129
supplementary bottle of, 61, 186, 193, 312
tap, 336–337
temperature for bath, 163, 360
temperature in the house, safe, 359, 401–402
well, safety of, 129
Watery-looking breast milk, 180
Watery-looking stool; see Diarrhea
Weaning, baby-led, 379
Weaning, from the bottle, 468–472
bedtime snack and, 476
to relactate, 93
Weaning, from the breast, 490–496
baby’s readiness for, 492–493
bedtime and, 500–501
deciding when to, 491–493
early, 278–280
how to, 494–496
mom’s adjustment to, 495
sudden, 494
Wearing baby, 216; see also Carrier, Sling
Weight, baby’s
breastfeeding and, 4
car seat safety and, see Car seat
charts, 116–119
chubby, 193, 310–312; see also Overweight
formula feeding and, 115, 128, 184
low birthweight; see Low-birthweight, Premature
skinny, 312–313
sleeping through the night and, 203–204
Weight, mom’s, and breastfeeding, 5, 7
Weight gain, baby’s, 134, 183–185, 193, 310–313, 502, 504
after birth, 133–134
in first year, 502
massage and, 259–260
slow in baby with GERD, 198, 570
slow in baby with milk allergy, 199
slow in baby with sensitivity to breastmilk, 199
slow in breastfed baby, 64–65, 183–187, 188, 189, 192–193, 199, 215
vegan diet and, 366
in preemie, 604
see also Failure to thrive
Well-baby checkups; see Checkups
Wheezing,
when to call doctor for, 539
with asthma, 567–569
with cold, 556
with RSV, 559
Whey-low; see Sugar substitutes
White grape juice, 311, 565, 566
White noise, 48, 204, 216, 229
White patches, in baby’s mouth; see Thrush
White tongue, 151
Whiteheads, on baby’s face, 227–228
Whooping cough, 528, 531, 536; see also Diphtheria, tetanus, acellular pertussis vaccine
Will, writing a, 58
Window blinds, 392
Window, childproofing, 391–392
Window Covering Safety Council, 392
Wires, electrical, safety of, 394–395
Words, baby’s first, 415; see also Language, Talking
Work; see also Childcare
breastfeeding and, 262–266
bringing baby to, 299–300
daycare at, 301
deciding about going back to, 276–277, 284–285
protections for breastfeeding moms at, 264, 265
pumping and; see Pumping
Workouts; see Exercise
Wrap, baby carrier, 56
Yeast infections; see Thrush
Yellow
eyes; see Jaundice
poop; see Bowel movement
skin; see Jaundice
Zantac, 571
Zoo, petting, 337