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Ear infections need to be treated with antibiotics. Newborns and infants should be bathed daily. New parents are deluged with advice on how to care for their babies. This book explores common baby health myths--in areas such as feeding, sleeping, toilet training, and illness--to help them separate baby facts from baby fiction.
Did you know that: Babies tears caused by crankiness have a different chemical composition than those caused by eye irritants? One soothes with stress hormones, the other cleanses with a saline solution. A fetus develops a sense of touch at eight weeks and fingerprints at three months. The peak months for delivering babies are July, August, and September; which means that the sexiest months are November, December, and January. This little book is for parents, expectant parents, and baby lovers alike. With charmingly illustrated, fascinating facts and truly useful information, this book reveals what an amazing creature a baby is. It will be of special value to new parents who are wondering how their "little bundle of joy" turned into a 24-hour-a-day "need machine." Turn to any page, read any brief, amusing tidbit, and reconnect with the delight of babyhood.
The delivery of high quality and equitable care for both mothers and newborns is complex and requires efforts across many sectors. The United States spends more on childbirth than any other country in the world, yet outcomes are worse than other high-resource countries, and even worse for Black and Native American women. There are a variety of factors that influence childbirth, including social determinants such as income, educational levels, access to care, financing, transportation, structural racism and geographic variability in birth settings. It is important to reevaluate the United States' approach to maternal and newborn care through the lens of these factors across multiple disciplines. Birth Settings in America: Outcomes, Quality, Access, and Choice reviews and evaluates maternal and newborn care in the United States, the epidemiology of social and clinical risks in pregnancy and childbirth, birth settings research, and access to and choice of birth settings.
The New York Times bestseller. A delightfully quirky compendium of the Animal Kingdom's more unfortunate truths, with over 150 hand-drawn illustrations to make you laugh and cry. Have you ever wondered how expensive a jar of honey would be if a minimum wage for bees applied, or whether a dog cares what's on television when they sit next to you? Once you enter Brooke Barker's world, you'll never see animals in the same way again. This melancholy menagerie pairs the sweet and sad facts of animal life with their hilarious thoughts and reactions. Sneakily informative, and beautifully illustrated, Sad Animal Facts by Brooke Barker is the perfect book for animal lovers (and haters) everywhere.
Are you a new parent or soon-to-be parent looking for a comprehensive guide on baby newborn care? Look no further! "Amazing Facts About Baby Newborn Care" is the ultimate resource for all your baby care needs. From sleep patterns to feeding techniques, diaper changing to bathing basics, this book covers it all. With a detailed table of contents, you can easily navigate through the chapters and find the information you need. Chapter 1: Sleep Patterns Learn about the different sleep patterns of newborns and how to establish a healthy sleep routine for your baby. Discover tips and tricks to help your little one sleep through the night and get the rest they need. Chapter 2: Feeding Techniques In this chapter, you will find valuable information on breastfeeding benefits and bottle-feeding tips. Whether you choose to breastfeed or bottle-feed, this section will provide you with the knowledge and techniques to ensure your baby is getting the nutrition they need. Chapter 3: Diaper Changing Master the art of diaper changing with this comprehensive guide. From choosing the right diapers to proper diapering techniques, you will become a pro in no time. Chapter 4: Bathing Basics Learn the ins and outs of bathing your newborn with this detailed chapter. Discover the benefits of both sponge bathing and tub bathing and gain confidence in keeping your baby clean and happy. Chapter 5: Bonding and Soothing Explore the importance of bonding with your baby through skin-to-skin contact and learn effective soothing techniques to calm your little one. Chapter 6: Developmental Milestones Track your baby's growth and development with this chapter on developmental milestones. From motor skills to cognitive development, you will gain insight into what to expect as your baby grows. Chapter 7: Vaccination Schedule Stay up to date with your baby's immunizations by following the vaccination schedule outlined in this chapter. Learn about the importance of vaccines and how they protect your baby from harmful diseases. Chapter 8: Common Health Concerns From colic management to dealing with reflux, this chapter addresses common health concerns that parents may encounter. Gain knowledge and confidence in handling these issues effectively. Chapter 9: Babyproofing Your Home Ensure your baby's safety by babyproofing your home. This chapter provides tips and advice on creating a safe environment for your little one to explore. Chapter 10: Postpartum Care for Mothers Don't forget about self-care! This chapter focuses on postpartum care for This title is a short read. A Short Read is a type of book that is designed to be read in one quick sitting. These no fluff books are perfect for people who want an overview about a subject in a short period of time. Table of Contents Amazing Facts About Baby Newborn Care 1. Sleep Patterns 2. Feeding Techniques 2.1 Breastfeeding Benefits 2.2 Bottle-Feeding Tips 3. Diaper Changing 4. Bathing Basics 4.1 Sponge Bathing 4.2 Tub Bathing 5. Bonding and Soothing 5.1 Skin-to-Skin Contact 5.2 Soothing Techniques 6. Developmental Milestones 6.1 Motor Skills 6.2 Cognitive Development 7. Vaccination Schedule 8. Common Health Concerns 8.1 Colic Management 8.2 Dealing with Reflux 9. Babyproofing Your Home 10. Postpartum Care for Mothers Frequently Asked Questions
Surprising Facts About Baby Newborn Care is a comprehensive guide that provides essential information for new parents on how to care for their newborns. From understanding sleep patterns to learning about feeding frequency and amounts, this book covers all the important aspects of newborn care. The importance of skin-to-skin contact is discussed in the first chapter. This practice has been proven to have numerous benefits for both the baby and the parent, including promoting bonding and regulating the baby's body temperature. Understanding newborn sleep patterns is crucial for parents to establish healthy sleep habits. The book delves into the different stages of sleep, including REM sleep, and debunks the myth of babies sleeping through the night. Feeding frequency and amounts are also addressed in detail. New parents often have questions about how often to feed their newborns and how much milk or formula to give them. This chapter provides valuable insights and guidelines to ensure that babies are getting the nutrition they need. Growth spurts and increased appetite are common occurrences in newborns. This book explains why these happen and offers tips on how to handle them. It also discusses the signs of hunger in newborns, helping parents recognize when their baby needs to be fed. Umbilical cord care is another important topic covered in this book. Parents will learn how to properly care for their baby's umbilical cord stump to prevent infection and promote healing. Handling a newborn's fragile neck can be intimidating for new parents. The book emphasizes the importance of neck strength and provides techniques for supporting the neck safely. Newborn reflexes are fascinating and sometimes surprising. The rooting reflex and grasp reflex are explained in detail, giving parents a better understanding of their baby's natural instincts. Tummy time is crucial for a baby's development, and this book explains why. It also provides tips on preventing flat head syndrome and guides parents on when and how to start tummy time. Newborn vaccinations are a hot topic for many parents. This book discusses common vaccines for newborns, their benefits, and risks, helping parents make informed decisions. Newborn hearing screening is another important aspect of newborn care. The book explains the different tests used to assess a baby's hearing and the importance of early detection. Recognizing newborn cues is essential for parents to meet their baby's needs. Hunger cues and sleep cues are discussed in detail, helping parents decode their baby's signals. Bathing a newborn can be a daunting task for new parents. This title is a short read. A Short Read is a type of book that is designed to be read in one quick sitting. These no fluff books are perfect for people who want an overview about a subject in a short period of time. Table of Contents Surprising Facts About Baby Newborn Care Importance of Skin-to-Skin Contact Understanding Newborn Sleep Patterns REM Sleep in Newborns The Myth of Sleeping Through the Night Feeding Frequency and Amounts Growth Spurts and Increased Appetite Signs of Hunger in Newborns Umbilical Cord Care Handling a Newborn's Fragile Neck The Importance of Neck Strength Techniques for Supporting the Neck Understanding Newborn Reflexes The Rooting Reflex The Grasp Reflex Importance of Tummy Time Preventing Flat Head Syndrome When and How to Start Tummy Time Newborn Vaccinations Common Vaccines for Newborns Benefits and Risks of Vaccinations Newborn Hearing Screening The Otoacoustic Emissions (OAE) Test The Auditory Brainstem Response (ABR) Test Recognizing Newborn Cues Understanding Hunger Cues Decoding Sleep Cues Newborn Bathing Tips Sponge Baths for Newborns Transitioning to Tub Baths Frequently Asked Questions
By all indicators, the reproductive health of Americans has been deteriorating since 1980. Our nation is troubled by rates of teen pregnancies and newborn deaths that are worse than almost all others in the Western world. Science and Babies is a straightforward presentation of the major reproductive issues we face that suggests answers for the public. The book discusses how the clash of opinions on sex and family planning prevents us from making a national commitment to reproductive health; why people in the United States have fewer contraceptive choices than those in many other countries; what we need to do to improve social and medical services for teens and people living in poverty; how couples should "shop" for a fertility service and make consumer-wise decisions; and what we can expect in the futureâ€"featuring interesting accounts of potential scientific advances.
A whimsically illustrated collection of fascinating, surprising, and funny facts about baby animals and their parents, from the author of The Illustrated Compendium of Amazing Animal Facts. Who doesn't love baby animals? Amazing Facts About Baby Animals is an adorable celebration of all kinds of fuzzy, fluffy, scaly, and feathery animal babies and their parents. This charming collection by beloved Swedish artist Maja Säfström is full of interesting, weird, and funny facts about animals before they are born (elephants are pregnant for 22 months!), when they are born (whales are born tail-first so they don't drown!), and life as babies (parrots give their offspring names! Baby macaques have snowball fights!). Perfect for art- and nature-loving kids and adults, this sweet book makes a wonderful gift and conversation starter for the whole family.
