Unfortunately for both parents and babies, reflux can have a dramatic effect on a baby's ability to fall asleep and stay asleep. Thankfully, there are steps you can take to keep your baby safe and secure whilst improving their sleep habits. In this blog we will explore the main signs of reflux, how reflux correlates with your baby’s development and some safe and useful practices you can implement into your baby’s sleep routine.
Symptoms your baby may experience include a bloated tummy, straining to pass wind, difficulty burping and excessive flatulence. These symptoms can be very unsettling for newborns and can result in a lot ofcrying. Not to worry, here is some guidance on what you can do to prevent and ease trapped wind for your newborn.
Newborns learn to move, communicate, socialize and understand the world around them through play. How you interact with your baby is key to their development at this early stage.
Practicing daily self care is vital to the mental and physical health of any new mother. While you are busy tending to the needs of your newborn, be sure to take a moment to reflect upon your own physical, mental and social needs. Assess if these needs are being met and what steps are being made to practice self care every day.
It's difficult to be a new mother. It's natural to be frustrated and tired. Parenting becomes much more difficult if your baby is always crying or refuses to sleep. During these early days of motherhood, it's critical to look after yourself by enlisting the help of family and friends – as well as your paediatrician. Just keep in mind that you are not alone. Here's some information that might be useful.