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First things to know about caring for Noah in his first weeks.
What is Skin-to-Skin? Skin-to-skin contact means placing Noah directly against Abby's bare chest with no clothing between them—just his diaper. A light …
What is Spit-Up? Spit-up is extremely common in newborns—especially in the first weeks of life. It happens when a baby's still-developing digestive syst…
What Are Feeding Cues? Feeding cues are the small signs Noah gives before he becomes upset or cries. Recognizing these early signals helps Abby feed him while…
Why Burping Helps Newborns swallow tiny amounts of air during feeding. Burping Noah helps release that air so he sleeps more peacefully and reduces spit-up. S…
The Basics Newborn diapers change quickly week by week. Paying attention to Noah's diapers helps Abby track hydration, feeding, and digestion. Everything he p…
How Often Should Noah Eat? In the first weeks, newborns thrive on frequent, flexible feedings. Noah's tiny stomach can only hold a small amount at a time, so …
What is Cluster Feeding? Cluster feeding is when Noah wants to eat several times close together—sometimes every hour—for a short period. It's comm…
The Truth About Feeding Choices Every baby—and every mom—is different. Breastfeeding, formula feeding, or a mix of both are all healthy, loving de…
Why Newborns Get Gassy Newborn digestive systems are still developing. Noah may swallow air while feeding, during crying, or simply because his tummy is learn…
Why Formula Safety Matters Newborn immune systems are delicate, and proper formula preparation keeps Noah safe from bacteria and reduces tummy issues. These s…
Are Pacifiers Safe for Newborns? Yes—pacifiers are safe and can be comforting for newborns. Many babies, including Noah, have a natural need to suck for…
Understanding Newborn Hunger Balance Newborns eat frequently, and it's normal for Noah to want different amounts at different times. Most babies take exactly …
What's the Difference? All newborns spit up—it's one of the most common parts of early feeding. Noah's digestive system is brand new, and sometimes milk…
Newborns Have Lots of Surprising Behaviors Newborns have tiny reflexes and automatic body responses that might seem unusual at first. Noah may hiccup, sneeze,…
Understanding Noah's Sleep Rhythm Newborns don't follow predictable sleep cycles yet. Their tiny bodies wake frequently for feeding, comfort, and closeness. T…
Why Safe Sleep Matters Safe sleep protects newborns while their bodies are still learning to regulate breathing and movement. Following a few simple guideline…
Why Newborns Mix Up Day and Night In the womb, Noah didn't experience daylight or nighttime. His sleep cycles were connected to Abby's movement and rhythms&m…
Why Swaddling Helps Swaddling helps newborns feels safe and snug—similar to how Noah felt in the womb. A proper swaddle can reduce crying, improve sleep…
Why Nights Feel Harder Newborns often wake more frequently at night and have a harder time settling after feeding. Their bodies are adjusting to hunger cues, …
What is the Moro Reflex? The startle reflex is a normal, involuntary reaction newborns have when they feel a sudden movement or sound—or even when they …
The First Two Weeks Are a Big Adjustment Noah is still getting used to life outside the womb—lights, sounds, feeding, and even breathing feel brand new …
Why Temperature Checking Matters A newborn immune system is still very new, so noticing changes in temperature helps Abby know when Noah might need extra atte…
Why Umbilical Cord Car Is Important Noah's umbilical stump will naturally dry out and fall off within 1-3 weeks. Keeping it clean and dry helps it heal quickl…
How Often Should Noah Have a Bath? For newborns, a full bath is only needed 2-3 times per week. Their skin is delicate and can dry out easily, so less is actu…
Newborn Skin is Still Adjusting Noah's skin is incredibly new and sensitive. Peeling, flaking, and little bumps are common in the first weeks. These changes a…
What is Jaundice? Jaundice is a common newborn condition where Noah's skin or eyes may appear yellowish. It happens because his liver is still learning to pro…