NEW PARENTS

A baby comes into a couple's life and a new family evolves. New parents need all the love and support the family and friends can give. They also need breathing room as advice comes from all directions. Swaddle the baby, don't worry about swaddling. Breast feeding, never put a bottle in the baby's mouth. Oh, it's okay to supplement. Each baby has a little personality from birth. Each baby may need a slightly different approach than another. Some little ones need more holding and cuddling- that's why infant carriers are so handy. Just when there seemd to be a routine, the baby changes to the next level. That first year and beyond is the oral stage. The mouth needs so much stimulation. Why do some people pull that little hand out of the mouth? Learning about the stages of development is crucial. It helps to understand what are normal stages and expectations. Then your little baby is unique to your circumstances. Supportive grandparents, aunts, uncles, friends help round off the demands made in your life. Use them wisely. Do you have a new baby in your family system? Isn't it joyous?