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Some tips on baby clothes

We all know that babies are very fragile. There are a lot of things we need to pay attention to in the process of caring for babies. Let me tell you some tips about baby clothes today:

1 fabric choice: light-colored cotton fabric should be selected for close-fitting clothing

2 Smell: It is best to inhale closely next to the clothing, smell the scent inside, and avoid buying clothes with heavy pungent smell

3 Check accessories: There may be many accessories on a piece of clothing, such as zippers, metal buckles, etc. To check whether such accessories have sharp edges and tightness, it is appropriate

4 Wash first and then wear: New clothes must be washed carefully before being worn by the baby. This can effectively reduce residual formaldehyde and excessive acidity and alkalinity on the clothes.

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These things should be kept in families with babies

1. Thermometer, baby's symptoms will be known early

Coughing, snoring, sneezing, crying, and the various staggered sounds will make you suddenly stop and think, " How can I know if my child is really sick ?" First of all, determine whether the baby has a fever. As one of the many important indicators of observation, the thermometer will display an accurate temperature to determine whether a sick baby should see a doctor. Children with fever is how the matter ? Fever in children is not a " baby feel hot " . The American Academy of Pediatrics ( AAP ) proposes: "A rectal temperature exceeding 38 degrees is considered a fever. " There are many types of thermometers. There is no need to purchase the most expensive or delicate thermometer for accurate values. All electronic thermometers can do this . The most accurate way to judge your baby's temperature is to measure the rectal temperature. Some thermometer brands provide specialized thermometers for this purpose, which are fast to read, and safe and easy to insert and insert to help parents quickly and accurately measure results.

2. Infants and young children with regular medicines to relieve pain and fever

When you first feel pain or have a slight fever, acetaminophen (Tylenol) may be the best choice for parents and sick babies. In addition, many parents also store ibuprofen in a medicine cabinet, which also has analgesic and antipyretic effects. However, before using ibuprofen, it is important to note that this medicine is only suitable for babies over 6 months unless prescribed by your doctor . According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, " acetaminophen and ibuprofen are safe and effective drugs that can be directly used to improve the comfort of children, " and also help reduce fever.

Important note about regular medication for infants and young children: Do not give your baby aspirin because it can cause serious side effects. Antibiotics should only be used when prescribed by a doctor, as abuse can cause autoimmune diseases, allergies, asthma, and even obesity; in other words, this medicine can cause major problems. Before using an initial drug, gel, or tablet, check with the US Food and Drug Administration ( FDA ) for safety.

3. Soothing cream, relieve cough and cold in children

When your baby coughs, what you want most is to calm your child's anxiety. The soothing cream contains eucalyptus, aloe, rosemary and lavender essential oils, which can be used on the chest, neck and back to help your baby (over 3 months) to ease the restless mood. Bonus tip: Use this time to make intimate contact with your baby, talk about your day, give them a massage of their soft skin, and stare at their bright eyes.

4. Nasal aspirator to relieve baby's runny nose

Whether it's a common cold, or those annoying respiratory allergies, people keep sniffing. However, a nasal aspirator can help a sick baby alleviate the symptoms of a runny nose. If the scene of " sniffing " has already made your stomach nauseous, then don't lift your nose up. With your breath, the nasal aspirator can quickly and effectively extract mucus from the nasal cavity; at the same time, avoid touching your mouth with any flowing mucus. Bonus tip: Nasal washers and nasal aspirators are very easy to clean, which means that you can be sure that you are removing those nasty bacteria instead of re-contaminating them.

5. Lotion, relieve baby rash

Common colds or viral infections are usually accompanied by infant rashes, but there are many other types and causes of rashes, such as dry skin, and often other diseases. A soothing lotion or baby toner can be used to relieve the allergic skin of a sick baby. Extra tip: When helping your baby to massage the chest and back, you may wish to sing your favorite lullaby to enhance your relationship with your baby.

Important note: If you notice that your baby has a rash, check to see if your doctor says it is " white spot rash . " It can be known by gently pressing the rash area with your hand. If the color turns white, it is a white spot rash. Don't worry too much, although you may need to further diagnose based on other symptoms. However, if the color does not turn white or turns white, it is a type of " no white spot rash " and a diagnosis is needed immediately.

6. Oral electrolyte water granules, supplement electrolytes and moisture

When your baby is ill, she is very prone to dehydration. Because they feel uncomfortable, they are either not drinking enough water or are desperately struggling to drink water (while increasing your load of laundry ) . At this time, it is especially important for them to replenish water at all times, so that they can resist the attack of bacteria. For a sick baby, the best hydration is breast milk or formula, but if the child refuses to drink, you may need to take oral electrolyte water granules. There are many flavors of oral electrolyte water granules, but many parents often recommend that they taste better when they are refrigerated. Of course, talk to your pediatrician before you give your child a drink, make sure it is suitable for your baby's current age, and know how many doses are most appropriate for his weight.

7. Humidifier helps sick babies to breathe smoothly

Humidifiers bring a lot of stool to our lives. It helps relieve the cold and flu symptoms of babies, keeps the baby's skin moist and makes them feel comfortable all over. In this way, the sick baby can sleep more safely. Is there any reason not to like it, right? Moreover, many humidifiers are now suitable for infant care, can run quietly around the clock, and are more catered to children's preferences. What's even better, you can even equip an incredible nebulizer with cleaning and controlling antibacterial agents to reduce the growth of mold and bacteria in the room.

8. Hand sanitizer and disinfectant to stop the spread of bacteria

Loving your baby wholeheartedly means that you will also share everything: kisses, hugs, tableware use, and even bacterial transmission. Protecting your baby from colds and flu can be tricky. The spread and spread of these bacteria can cause serious damage to a family, and frequent hand washing with hand soap after caring for a sick baby can help stop the spread of bacteria. Dear treasure parents, do n’t really hug your child too much. Let your sick baby snuggle up beside you. Don’t forget to put on soap and wash your hands.

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To prevent your baby from catching a cold when changing seasons , you must pay attention to these aspects

Colds in children, also called acute upper respiratory infections, are the most common diseases in children. After a cold, the child's nose, nasopharynx, and pharynx will have a certain degree of discomfort. Nasopharyngeal infections are prone to a series of complications, which involve neighboring organs such as the throat, trachea, lungs, mouth, sinus, middle ear, Eyes and cervical lymph nodes. Therefore, pediatric colds need to be treated in a timely manner, and parents should not ignore them because pediatric colds are common.

What are the factors related to children's susceptibility to colds ?

Viral infection

80% - 90% of children with cold is caused by a virus, influenza virus can cause 200 is plurality of ; accounting for 10% ~ 20% of colds are caused by bacteria. Babies under 1 year old are more likely to catch a cold because their immune system is not yet mature.

immunity

The child's immune system is immature, the nasal cavity is narrow, the mucous membrane is tender, the mucous gland secretion is insufficient, it is dry, the ability to adapt to the external environment and resistance is poor, prone to inflammation, and the probability of catching a cold will increase at this time.

Feeding method

The child grows and develops fast and needs more nutrients daily. If the feeding method is incorrect, it may cause iron deficiency, calcium deficiency, or insufficient intake of vitamins and proteins. These nutrients will directly or indirectly affect the child's physical resistance and immunity, causing the child to often catch a cold.

living environment

Poor family room conditions, dark and humid, excessive or low indoor temperature, air circulation, etc. will lead to poor living environment, cloudy air, and great harm to the respiratory tract, especially for children with incompletely developed respiratory system. Is an important cause of colds.

Outdoor activity

Affected by objective conditions or other factors, many children lack outdoor activities, and their bodies are incapable of adapting to changes in the external environment. Once they become cold or the climate changes, these children are prone to colds.

How to do good nursing work for pediatric cold ?

Food articles

Babies with a cold and fever are prone to symptoms such as decreased appetite, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain and diarrhea. Dietary care is very important. At this time choose light digestible food, eat less and eat more. With the improvement of the baby's condition, generally normal diet can gradually resume about 1 week.

Rest

Babies with a cold and fever are advised to rest in bed to avoid excessive activity. Keep the baby's room air flowing, clean and tidy, but do not let the baby blow hair directly. The cold and wind will aggravate the baby's illness.

Cooling articles

Physical cooling is preferred for babies with fever, especially for infants. When the physical cooling is not effective, a small amount of antipyretic drugs is used to cool the drug. At the same time, it is necessary to closely observe the baby's condition, pay attention to the precursors of convulsions for the fevered baby, and be alert to the occurrence of high fever.

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Baby’s Wear At Different Age

It is still difficult to buy clothes for babies with comfortable materials and beautiful styles. It is recommended that new mothers choose clothes for babies based on comfort. What is suitable for babies at different stages?

0-3 months

The baby's skin is the most delicate during this period, and it is also the most important period for growing up. The first is to choose gauze or comfortable and breathable clothing. Monk clothes are of course a must! Depending on the season, you can choose long-sleeved, short-sleeved, and thin monk clothes. It is recommended to prepare 2 or 3 small sizes and 4 or larger sizes. Small sizes are worn by babies before the full moon. 3 or 4 months. After all, the baby grows fast, and it doesn't matter if it is older. The baby is not bound.

3-6 months

Babies can wear one-piece suits, fart packs, and split pullovers. The advantage of the body suit is to protect the baby's belly from getting cold, but the clothes will move online when holding the baby. It is easy to hold the diapers to make the baby uncomfortable. You can also wear climbing suits, and it is convenient when wearing diapers and changing .

I have always liked the bodysuits, but I still wear them when I go out. After all, it is not conducive to baby activities, and the baby still likes to feel free.

6-12 months

The baby is older, he has more clothes and more choices. Close-fitting clothing is still recommended to be light-colored and gauze, which does not hurt the baby's skin. At this stage, the baby still likes to eat cuffs. Material safety is also important.

One-piece suits and split underwear suits are still the mainstream. In addition, we recommend newborn foot-gown pajamas, one suit and two suits, and unbuttoning to change the quilt. It is very practical.  8 months to 4 years old can be made into pajamas and nightwear. Especially practical. First choice for newborns.

If the indoor temperature is not high in winter, you can wear a baby vest to facilitate baby activities. Go out and prepare a one-piece cotton suit with a hat, gloves, and foot covers. Although the down jacket is warm, it has drill hairs, which is easily inhaled by your baby and affects your health.