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Never warm breastmilk or formula in a microwave. This c

an cause “hot spots” in the liquid and burn your

baby.

Never prop a bottle to feed your baby.

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Never shake your baby. This can cause brain damage, blindness and death.

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Never give your baby honey. Honey sometimes contains germs that can harm babies less than 1 year old.

HING Y

OUR BABY

Always test your baby’s bath water to m

ake sure it’s warm, but not too hot. Set your water heater at 120

F or

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lower. Ask your landlord to do this if you live in an apartment.

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Babies only need 3-4 baths a week.

Your baby does not need powders, lotions or gels on his skin unless his doctor tells you to use them.

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If your baby has te

eth, brush them with a small, soft toothbrush.

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Use a tiny smear of fluoride toothpaste on the brush.

Rinse them with a clean, wet cloth or with plain water on th

e toothbrush.

DIAPER NEEDS

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Change your baby’s diapers when they are wet or soiled. Clean his b

ottom with mild soap and water, o

r use

disposable wipes. Always wash your hands well when you ar

e done.

a ies often make faces, grunt, or turn red with bowel move

ments. As long as they are s

oft, there is no

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need to worry.

FEEDING YOUR BABY

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Your baby’s doctor may tell you to begin adding other foods to his diet, such as “mashed” table foods or

“junior” baby foods.

Your baby can begin feeding himself some foods now. Give him a baby spoon to hold and use.

Give your ba

by finger foods to eat such as Cheerios

and teething biscuits.

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Give your baby only 1 new food at a time and wait a few days before giving him another new food. This

allows you to tell i

f he is allergic to a food or if it bothers him in any way.

Some common foods that babies may be allergic to include things like peanut butter, eggs and seafood

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Teach your baby good

eating habits. Have regular meal times for your baby. Sit him up in a highchair to eat.

When giving your baby juice, only give him 4-6 ounces a day. Dilute it so it is ½ juice and ½ water. Le

t him

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sip it from a cup. Give him sips of water from a cup too.

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To help prevent problems with your baby’s new teeth, even before they come in:

Do not prop a bottle. This can lead to tooth decay. It can also cause ear

infections and other problems

for your baby.

Wipe your baby’s teeth and gums with a clean, wet cloth after each feeding.

Do not clean your baby’s pacifier or bottle nipple by putting it in your mouth. Your saliva may contain

germs that can cause problems and tooth decay for your baby.

Br astfeeding

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Eat a healthy diet with fresh fruits, vegetables and proteins like meats, nuts, beans and eggs.

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Drink milk or eat other good sources of calcium, suc

h as yogurt, cheese, green leafy vegetables, fortified

orange juice or dried beans.

Keep taking your prenatal vitamins.

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Bre

astfed babies need vitamin D drops. Ask your baby’s doctor abou

t how many vitamin D drops to give.

Also ask the doctor if your baby needs any other supplements such as iron.

In case of an urgent concern or emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room right away.

This is general information and is not specific medical advice for your child. Always consult your child’s doctor or other healthcare

provider if you have any questions or concerns about the care or health of your child. A Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta pediatric

advice nurse is available 24 hours a day at 404-250-KIDS.

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