Learning About Baby
Congratulations! You’re having a baby! Although caring for a tiny human may seem overwhelming, our workshops will have you ready in no time. We’ll help you learn how to bond with your baby, care for them physically, and learn about their stages of development.
We offer three sessions of interactive and engaging workshops to teach about caring for a baby from birth to 6 weeks, 6 weeks to 1 year, and 1 to 2 years. The following are just a few of the tips you will learn from our workshops.
After Giving Birth
You may be surprised at how your newborn looks with puffy eyes and wrinkled skin, but don’t worry, babies change rapidly. Once your baby is born, the most important thing you can do is snuggle, cuddle, and have skin-to-skin contact. Although bonding with your baby may not be immediate, holding them is the perfect start.
Sleeping
At this stage, babies sleep roughly 15 or more hours daily and wake every two hours to eat. We’ll show you how to swaddle your baby and the best position to put them in for safe sleeping.
Feeding
A general rule is 16 to 24 ounces of breast milk or formula daily. Your baby will lose a little weight during this first week but don’t worry, they will soon make up those ounces.
Two to Six Months
So many changes take place during these early months. Your baby will stay awake longer. And you’ll be rewarded with smiles, coos, and lots of squirming as your baby realizes there’s a bigger world out there.
Feeding
At this stage, babies take 4 to 6 ounces of formula or breast milk every three to four hours daily.
Packing a diaper bag
You may start venturing out more as your baby gets older, so make sure you have all the necessities you’ll need. Pack diapers (we suggest one more than you think you’ll need), wipes, diaper cream, a changing pad, and another set of clothing. It’s hard to be prepared for everything, but once you and your baby are out and about, you’ll figure out what you need.
Seven Months to One Year
Lots of significant “firsts” take place during these months. You will see your baby go from rolling over to even taking their first steps. A first laugh, first tooth, and the first time they eat will be part of the adventure.
Sleeping
Your baby may start sleeping straight through the night, often 9 to 11 hours. They also like a nap or two during the day.
Feeding
Although your baby is still getting 24 to 30 ounces of formula or breast milk daily, add fruits, veggies, dairy, and protein when possible.
Sign Up for our Baby Care Workshop
Bringing home a new baby and dealing with hormones and sleep deprivation can be worrisome enough. Be prepared with our Baby Care Workshops. Contact us to sign up for our next workshop.