kiico
07-10-07, 12:06 AM
My son never wanted to burp so I had to learn all three ways. Below are also somethings I have read online to help adjust to being a new parent (which I do each day still).
Will my baby show any cues that she or he is hungry?
Yes. Hunger signs may include awakening, fluttering eyes, lip smacking noises, bringing hands to the mouth, thrusting his or her tongue, rooting, or trying to suck.
Are there foods I should avoid eating?
Most women who are brestfeeding can eat a wide variety of foods without any problems. However, some babies are more sensitive to certain food proteins, spices, or dairy products. If your baby seems fussy after you have eaten a different type of food, try to avoid that food until your baby’s digestive system has developed a bit more.
Feeding Position
It is important for your baby to be physically close to you while bottle-feeding since this is a time for interacting and bonding with your baby. Place your baby in a feeding position by cradling him or her in a semi-upright position (the head and shoulders are higher than the waist) while supporting the head. Do not feed your baby when he or she is flat or lying down and never prop a bottle in your baby’s mouth.
Burping
Over the shoulder: Drape your baby over your shoulder and gently pat or rub your baby’s back.
On the lap: Sit your baby upright, lean his or her weight forward against the heel of your hand, and gently pat or rub your baby’s back.
Lying down: Place baby stomach-down on your lap and gently rub or pat his or her back.
Will my baby show any cues that she or he is hungry?
Yes. Hunger signs may include awakening, fluttering eyes, lip smacking noises, bringing hands to the mouth, thrusting his or her tongue, rooting, or trying to suck.
Are there foods I should avoid eating?
Most women who are brestfeeding can eat a wide variety of foods without any problems. However, some babies are more sensitive to certain food proteins, spices, or dairy products. If your baby seems fussy after you have eaten a different type of food, try to avoid that food until your baby’s digestive system has developed a bit more.
Feeding Position
It is important for your baby to be physically close to you while bottle-feeding since this is a time for interacting and bonding with your baby. Place your baby in a feeding position by cradling him or her in a semi-upright position (the head and shoulders are higher than the waist) while supporting the head. Do not feed your baby when he or she is flat or lying down and never prop a bottle in your baby’s mouth.
Burping
Over the shoulder: Drape your baby over your shoulder and gently pat or rub your baby’s back.
On the lap: Sit your baby upright, lean his or her weight forward against the heel of your hand, and gently pat or rub your baby’s back.
Lying down: Place baby stomach-down on your lap and gently rub or pat his or her back.




