Boppy
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Any Suggestions of Sleep Positioning a 7 Week Old to Avoid a Flat Spot?
Asked by D.K. from San Francisco
on December 8, 2008
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My 7 week old son has a flat spot on the right side of his head. He tends to turn his head to the right when he sleeps. I have tried to turn his head to the left but h...
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- I was did a nice tight swaddle. Then I'd fold 1/3 of a cloth diaper and roll it up. I'd place the baby on her side and wedge the diaper lengthwise down her back. Wh...
- "positional deformities" are temporary. I have found though that crib matresses are hard. I soften mine by putting a cushy blanket or comforter under the sheet. This m...
- You need to make sure his neck muscles are not tight my son had torticollis or wry neck. He tended to sleep facing right. Our pediatrician noticed it and we did neck...
Bedtime Routine Opinions...6 Week Old Only Sleeping 3 Hrs, Then 2 Hours
Asked by J.A. from Nashville
on February 19, 2011
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HI,
Looking for some opinions, I have a 6 week old who sleeps for 3 hours, up for about 30 then 2 hours, up for 30 then 2 hrs. she doesnt eat much at the 2 wake up fe...
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- This is a really common problem at this age – so common it would more properly be called a "pattern" than a problem – but of course it really eats into your need f...
- Sounds very normal. At 6 weeks old your baby is too young for a routine and trying to force her into a routine is only going to cause frustration for you and the baby....
- My second baby couldn't sleep on his back, J.. He was miserable. I talked to my ped about it, and he told me that babies have been sleeping on their bellies forever ...
My Baby Refuses to Nurse!
Asked by J.M. from Dallas
on May 15, 2008
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I know that this sounds silly but it really seems as if my son does not like to nurse. He has been like this since like day 2. I have tried it all. No pacifier, low st...
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- my sister inlaws baby did this about 2 months ago she was about 2-3 months old Just keep trying and keep offering the breast and pumping to make sure you supply keeps...
- Hi J.! If it's really making you crazy, try a lactation consultant. I used one and she helped me through a really tough time. They see LOTS of babies with nursing issu...
- You didn't mention if he had the same issue with drinking from a bottle . . . only eating for a short time or not. With my oldest daughter, I fretted over a similar s...
18 Month Old Heart Broken About New Brother
Asked by N.L. from Los Angeles
on May 19, 2008
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My 18 month old daughter has been such a wonderful baby. I have done attachment parenting the Dr. Sears way, and she is a great kid. Problem is, ever since I brought ...
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- Hi N., you are the second message this week on this subject, it is normal for children to be jealous when a new sibling comes into the picture, with a 18 month old it ...
- My son was exactly 20 months when I brought home first my daughter and then, one week later, her twin brother. He had a really hard time adjusting also. At that age,...
- It's partly her age, and her ability to understand things at this age in conjunction with her developing emotions and how children at this age "communicate." It's ...
Baby Items, Toddler Bed, Maternity Clothes
Asked by M. from Dallas
on November 7, 2005
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I have a TON of baby items and a Race Car Toddler bed (excellent condition) for sale. Baby bassinet, TONS of baby clothes (girl, boy, unisex...some brand new), baby t...
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- hi M., i am very interested in the race car bed. we have a 22 month old boy who loves cars and is ready to move out of his crib. do you have any pictures you could e...
- What brand is the carseat and how much do you want for the jogging stroller? Thanks, A. ____@____.com
- Hello Do you think you could email me a picture of the race car toddler bed. I really want a nice bed for my 16 month old. Let me know the price when you email me. C.
10.5 Month Old Won't Sit unsupported...should I Worry?
Asked by B.L. from San Diego
on October 6, 2010
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My son is 10 days shy of 11 months and he refuses to sit. Supported or unsupported. He's been crawling for months loves to stand and cruise around furniture but no mat...
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- I wouldn't worry about this at all and I'll tell you why. My daughter started walking at 7 months.....NO, I'm not exaggerating. To this day, it's just about the weird...
- Odd for sure. I think since he seems to be doing everything else just fine and you know he can do it, I guess I wouldn't worry about it, although I think I might too!...
- have you tried feeding him when he is on the floor? or give him a bowl of cheerios while he is sitting?
What's the Best Cart Cover?
Asked by S.E. from Houston
on May 12, 2009
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Hi moms,
Which do you think is the best grocery cart cover for babies? I know there's the Floppy seat cover...then the Boppy seat cover...and lots of covers in bet...
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- I LOVE my floppy seat cover. Covers everything on the shopping cart and you can mold it to fit in a highchair! I have gone without it several times too just make sure ...
- I loved the Floppy for my last 2 children. It just made me feel better to know that they were in a seat that was a bit more cushy. It was really great when they were...
- I love my Floppy seat. It is very cushy and comfy and you can use in carts and high chairs!
Spit up Problems
Asked by M.T. from New York
on August 4, 2011
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My 6 week old daughter spits up constantly. The biggest problem I am having is as soon as I put her in her swing or in her boppy she immediately spits up, and not jus...
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- my first thought was reflux as well. talk to the doctor, can't hurt to rule it out. I don't want you to be upset by this question, but are you burping her well? My ...
- My daughter did a lot of spitting up! It turned out that she had a milk protein allergy. She went from spitting up, which she did from birth, to having bloody mucousy ...
- have the doctor check for reflux. My dd had to be medicated for it...she mostly outgrew it after a few years. We had to raise her bed to an incline and keep her upri...
Milk Drips from My Baby's Nose When I Breastfeed!
Asked by L.B. from Portland
on November 24, 2008
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I have an almost 4 week old son who has been an excellent nurser since day one. The problem is, he snarks milk up his nose when he feeds-mostly at night when he's all...
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- Thank god my son isnt the only one. He is now five months old and caught a cold awhile ago from his brothers. This is when i started noticing him doing it. I giggle...
- Hi there! When my second was that age, he did the same thing. I thought it was really weird because my first never did that. I think it's just because he has always...
- Congrats on breastfeeding! You should probably check with your pediatrician to make sure his upper palate is developed normally and such. It's probably just a matter o...
Tummy Time
Asked by J.T. from Cleveland
on March 10, 2008
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My baby was born premature, 12 weeks early. She was actually born on 11/26, but was due 2/19. Her gestational age is about 2-3 weeks old. I have been told by some t...
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- HI J., At what point in the day are you putting her on her tummy? Before feeding? After feeding? Newborns are so sleepy, I remember both of my kids would also f...
- It is good that she is at least on her tummy for a short time span... Have you tried putting a toy in front of her with lights and music that she can watch and track ...
- tummy time is very important. As I learned w/my first child. It sounds like you are doing everything right. Just keep it up. If she finds a comfort on her tummy th...
