👶 How to Take Care of a Newborn in the First 30 Days!
The first month with your baby is all about bonding, learning, and nurturing. Here’s what really matters:
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🍼 1. Feeding
• Breastfeed every 2–3 hours or feed formula as advised
• Look for hunger cues (sucking hands, rooting)
• Burp baby after every feed to avoid gas
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💤 2. Sleep
• Newborns sleep 16–18 hours/day in short naps
• Place baby on their back to sleep — it’s safest
• Avoid pillows, loose blankets, and toys in the crib
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💧 3. Bathing & Hygiene
• Sponge baths until the umbilical cord falls off
• Use lukewarm water and mild baby products
• Keep nails trimmed to prevent scratching
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🚼 4. Diapering
• Change every 2–3 hours or after each poop
• Use a barrier cream to prevent rashes
• Watch for signs of infection or unusual poop
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🫶 5. Bonding
• Skin-to-skin contact boosts comfort and immunity
• Talk, sing, and smile to your baby
• Respond to their cries — it’s how they communicate!
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🩺 6. Health Check
• Schedule the first pediatrician visit within 72 hours
• Monitor weight gain, jaundice, and body temperature
• Keep your baby’s area clean and germ-free
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💡 Bonus Tips:
• Accept help from family/friends
• Sleep when the baby sleeps
• Keep emergency numbers handy
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