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Being a parent is not easy. Especially when you are going to become a parent for the first time, you will have this set of questions. For every question, either you will go to already experienced or the most favorite of all new parents’ internet and books. Other than the question, the mind just boggles to get answers even if you don’t have any questions. As a parent, you want to be prepared for the new member of your family. You are not the first one to be this clueless because so is every first-time parent. In this article, we have jotted down 10 questions that are most asked by first-time parents or the questions to which every first-time parent should know the answers.
Here are the 10 questions every first-time parent asks :
Ques 1 – for how long do I need to be under hospital care.
Answer – This question has a different answer for every mother, depending on her medical condition. It also depends on what kind of delivery you got, whether normal or operational. It also depends on how much care does your baby needs. However, for at least 24 hours, you need to stay in the hospital, and the maximum limit cannot be specified.
Ques 2 – What do I do after leaving the hospital?
Answer – Once you reach home, you need to set up a perfect place where you can adequately take care of your baby. You need to focus on breastfeeding as well. After this, you may also be prescribed certain medicines for your better health and baby’s health as well.
Ques 3 – Does my baby needs special care?
Answer – The answer to this question is again different according to different babies’ health. If the doctor says that your baby is healthy and ready to go home, you need not worry, as your baby will need just the right amount of care. But if your baby was born early or has other medical conditions, it may need special care and neonatal care. Again, your doctor can answer this question the best for you.
Ques 4 – What makes my baby cry?
Answers – Infants talk after one year or so. To communicate their distress or discomfort, they use crying. So the more you start getting attached to your baby, the more you will understand what’s bothering them.
Ques 5 – How do I maintain strength with my baby crying?
Answer – Yes, babies are sweet, but their constant crying can also affect your peace. It can be frustrating and emotional. In this, you need to focus on calming down your baby rather than stressing about their crying noise. There are many ways by which you can calm down your baby, which will lead them to stop crying, such as feeding them, changing their diaper, cuddling, or taking them to see new places for a change.
Ques 6 – How to change diapers and nappy?
Answer – This is one of the fundamental questions, and there are tons of videos and information on how to change your baby’s diapers and nappies. You can buy disposable diapers that are easy to put on your baby or even try cloth diapers. And do not stress if your baby is peeing or pooping quite often because it is a sign that your baby is getting enough breast milk.
Ques 7 – How to bathe my newborn?
Answer – You can keep a midwife who will help you bathe and massage your baby. In the first few days, you can just start by using washcloths or sponges. After that, you should use soaps and cleansers, which are specially designed for babies. You need to ensure that you provide your baby heat while bathing them. Fill the tub only enough to cover their belly with water. Keep water level low. The ideal water temperature should be 37 degrees Celsius.
Ques 8 – Which is better, breastmilk or formula milk?
Answer – This is not even a question. Breastmilk is always better than any other kind of milk. Breastmilk has tons of benefits for both baby and the mother as well. A mother should always prioritize breastmilk over formula milk.
Ques 9 – When can I start my baby’s vaccination?
Answer – Your baby’s vaccination will start at approximately 2 months.
Ques 10 – How long will it take for me to recover from delivery?
Answer – It depends on how normal your delivery takes it does not happen in just a few days. It makes takes weeks and even months. You should eat healthily and be regular on your medicines for a quick recovery.
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