Swaddling & Sleep Sacks: Aveeno
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Swaddling an Older Baby
Asked by K.L. from Chicago
on April 6, 2010
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Hi everyone,
I have a 5 month-old who still sleeps better when he's fully swaddled. My husband and I would like to transition him to no swaddle, but it keeps him f...
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- We used the Kiddopotomous swaddle until our son was 4 months old. He was getting out of it a lot at that point too and finally we just decided that he needed to learn...
- If you need a very good product to get rid of exzema please email me at ____@____.com and I will tell you what we use for our kids. Since your 5 month-old scratches h...
- I would not invest in an expensive swaddle, since your baby is already 5 months and will not be using it for long. It's not recommended anyway to swaddle after 5 month...
Itchy Ears & Head: Eczema? Allergies? Help!!!
Asked by B.H. from New York
on September 14, 2009
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My 6-month-old daughter has a case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde. By day, she is a little angel. By night, she is an itching and scratching terror!!!
Although her da...
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- try Burts Bees Apricot Oil. very gentle and has no chemicals. those other regular store brands have harsh chemicals in them even if htey say "natural." also Califor...
- B., If this itchiness and rash that you're describing is coming from Eczema, I would be very surprised, especially since it only seems to take place during the ...
- Hi, B., It is more important to figure out WHY she has this eczema rather than to just treat its symptoms. It is an allergic reaction, as you suspect, and so get the ...
Just for Fun -- Most Used Baby Item
Asked by M.L. from Philadelphia
on February 13, 2011
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I am putting together a basket for my sister in law who is having her second (after a 6 year gap) (due in July) of "my favorite things" after having my 8 month old. An...
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- A light weight duster for mom that has pockets and snaps or buttons up the front.
- I had babies that spit up constantly so I couldn't live w/ out cloth diapers which I used as burp clothes. The other thing I lived was plastic rings that linked toget...
- How about some cute little baby booties? Is her other child a girl or a boy? I'm guessing the new baby will be a girl since you said you are including a "pinky purse"...
Preschooler with Eczema: How Do You Handle the Scratching?
Asked by A.B. from Kansas City
on March 30, 2010
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Okay, my little guy has had eczema since he was 2 months old. He is now 26 months old. It has ranged from severe to hardly there, and we see a pediatric dermatologis...
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- Like Kristin mentioned, my son's severe eczema was/is also linked to food allergies. Changing his diet has been the biggest contributor to keeping his outbreaks under...
- Although my son doesn't sound as bad as your child does with the skin (eventhough he is pretty bad) it sounds like you are doing everything that my doctors have sugges...
- I'm a customer of Melaleuca (online store) and I use their Renew Lotion and their laundry, bath and shampoo on my 5 year old. It's all I use and hers is gone and has...
Newborn Must-Haves?
Asked by ❤.M. from Los Angeles
on November 6, 2011
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My friend just had a baby girl & am sending her some things.
This is her first.
I am trying to think of what items saved my life w/my newborn.
I can only think of...
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- Gripe water, aden and anais swaddle blankets, disposable nursing pads, lanolin, a nice water bottle, slippers, fun socks, for her.
- nothing with snaps... the middle of the night diaper changes are tiresome enough without having to unbutton things.. :) so we used those long little cotton nightdress...
- Don't know what your budget is, but these are in the $150 range: Baby carrier, like the Ergo, with an infant insert Baby swing - like the Fisher Price Zen Cradle Swi...
Seeking Advice Re: 7-Month Old Who Scratches
Asked by S.O. from New York
on June 17, 2008
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I've been loyally reading everyone's postings everyday and finally have one I need your help with. Our 7-month old delicious girl is generally very easy - great eater...
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- My son did the same thing when he was a baby. We gave him a soft toy to hold that he would use to rub against his head instead of his fingernails. We got him this bu...
- Even if you don't see any type of irritation on her skin, she may have eczema. I would mention this to your pediatrition and see if they have any helpfull hints to see...
- I know what you mean. I have a 5 months old daughter that scratches as well when she is tired and wants to sleep. But not like as you desribe your daughter doing. H...
Expecting Our First Baby, Need ALL Sorts of Help!
Asked by K.L. from San Diego
on November 4, 2008
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My husband and I are expecting our first baby at the end of January. I just feel at lost for what to expect about anything and everything. We are so exciting about o...
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- Hi K., You have received lots of great advice. I was in your spot as well 4 years ago (High school sweetie and I married and nervous about what to expect). Here thi...
- Take a breastfeeding class through your hospital. It is THE BEST thing you can do for your child. Read The Womanly Art of Breastfeeding by Le Leche League Internationa...
- Congrats! I am a mother of four and can list the things I found of value: 1. Crib - like other's said check Craig's list and Children's Orchard stores for use ones. ...
5 Mo Scratching Head
Asked by K.V. from Tulsa
on April 12, 2008
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My 5 mo scratches his head often and I haven't been able to figure out a way to stop him. He had cradle cap at birth and we're currently treating it, but we're not su...
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- Hey K., My youngest child did the same thing- in fact when he was 4 months old, my husband and I went to Brazil, and left all three of our kids w/ his parents, well, ...
- My 7 month old has done it from birth. He had cradle cap and ezcema, but it is getting better. I have been told that he does it because it calms him down. Not sure abo...
- It sounds like a trait he has gotten from someone in the family.
Is His Thrashing Around Normal?
Asked by S.B. from Phoenix
on March 2, 2007
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I am wondering if my son's arm movements are normal. He seems at times to thrash or flale(SP?) his arms around. It seems to come out of no where and he does not seem...
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- Babies often move and jerk their bodies. I would let the pediatrician know since you are concerned. My daughter has dry skin and I use Aveeno its really good but price...
- It is just a reflex that babies have after they're born, my daughter didn't stop doing it till she was around 4 months old, it can differ depending on the baby. Swaddl...
- Hi! Congratulations on your new little one! It sounds like you are describing what they call the Moro Reflex (Startle Reflex). It is a normal reflex in newborn...
3 Month Old Scratching Face
Asked by R.H. from Boston
on June 2, 2008
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My little one is always rubbing/scratching her face. Whenever I hold her she rubs her face in my shirt and then breaks out in a red rash. We have washed everything in ...
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- We had the same problem. Could be eczema... also... try washing everything in detergent that is perfume and dye free (Dreft is not) like All Free or 7th Generation. ...
- Hi R., Sounds like she has a food allergy. My son who is now 5 had developed allergies when he was just a couple months old. My suggestion is to speak to your pediatr...
- I use to have that problem until I switched my laundry detergent and lotions etc. I would love to share what products I use now. You call me or check out this website...
