by Stephanie Doyle | Jun 26, 2019 | Newborn Care, Uncategorized
We already covered fine motor development, so now it is time to cover gross motor development. The use of large muscle groups that aid in the development of walking, running, kicking, etc. defines what gross motor is. Gross motor development in newborns starts in...
by Stephanie Doyle | Apr 4, 2019 | Newborn Care, Uncategorized
I recently saw a picture shared on Facebook where someone found mold inside their Medela Pump and Style Advanced pump. It was 3 1/2 years old and she had used it for a year. She heard about it happening to someone else so she decided to check hers out. She was shocked...
by Stephanie Doyle | Apr 1, 2019 | Newborn Care, Uncategorized
The first baths at home with a new baby can be super scary! You have this new little squish of a newborn who can feel so delicate to you, and now you have to get him or her wet and slippery! I promise you it isn’t as hard as you may think. Here are some tips and...
by Stephanie Doyle | Mar 17, 2019 | Uncategorized
Formula is a great choice for when breastfeeding is either not chosen, not successful or not an option. It is also great for supplemental purposes. It is important, though, to know how to properly prepare powdered infant formula. It is more than just following the...
by Stephanie Doyle | Mar 9, 2019 | Uncategorized
When you are around newborns you may notice that more often than not they have something going on with their skin. Their skin goes through so much soon after birth. It is good to know what is normal so you can ease the minds of your clients who may be worried. Here...
by Stephanie Doyle | Mar 2, 2019 | Uncategorized
There are so many great benefits of skin to skin contact for newborns AND their parents. As a Newborn Care Specialist it is great to encourage it. Most think of it as just something to help develop the bond between mother and child, but there are many more benefits....
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