http://articles.babynurserybeddingsets.com/rss.xml A blog about babynurserybeddingsets.com daily 365 1901-01-01T00:00+00:00 http://articles.babynurserybeddingsets.com/?a=36053 <p>by Gregg Hall</p><p>When choosing a bed for your new bundle of joy there are several factors to consider. The number one consideration is safety. A baby's bed shouldn't be too hard or too soft. There is also comfort to consider. You should never have too much stuff in your baby's bed like, pillows, stuffed animals, and toys. Manufactures make a lot of different things for the baby bed and try to convince parents that they are depriving their children in some way if they don't have all these things. <br /><br />The best way to think of it is less is better. The baby is in the bed to sleep not to play or be stimulated in any other way. The toys and even music can be distracting and keep the baby from getting restful sleep. There is also the safety factor. It can be easy for a baby to roll into a pillow or toy that will obstruct its breathing. They don't know to move away if their oxygen supply is compromised. It is up to the parents to remove all of these hazards. <br /><br />Also too many blankets can be a hindrance. A baby should be dressed for warmth so all that is needed in the bed is a light blanket. Big fluffy comforters can be stiff and easily moved with a baby's normal habit of kicking their legs. After being moved upward the comforter may cover the babies face. Since doctors are not really sure what causes Sudden Infant Death, it is the parents responsibility to be the watch dogs.<br /><br />So when it comes time to make the babies bed it is best to use a firm mattress, not too soft or too hard. Then a tight fitting sheet goes on the mattress. The sheet should be large enough to be fully tucked under the mattress so the baby can't pull it out when playing or fussing. A padded bumper around the crib is a good idea when the baby starts to roll around. A bumper can prevent the baby's arms and legs from sticking outside a crib or prevent other injuries, like a bump on the head. A flat pillow can be used too. The pillow should not be too fluffy, especially if the baby rolls, it can get its face stuck in it and not be able to turn away. Then put on a light blanket to finish off the bedding ensemble.<br /><br />With all these things, your baby should be able to get a good and safe nights sleep. Anyone with a baby can tell you the importance for the whole family's happiness that the baby sleeps well. A tired cranky baby or a worried parent can cause undo stress in the family dynamic.</p><h3 class="popup">About the Author </h3><p>Gregg Hall is an author living in Navarre Florida. Find more about this as well as baby nursery bedding sets at <a href="http://www.babynurserybeddingsets.com/">http://www.babynurserybeddingsets.com</a></p> 2006-10-08T22:27-04:00 http://articles.babynurserybeddingsets.com/?a=36052 <p>by Gregg Hall</p><p>There is nothing like the feel and smell of your baby. It is what bonds Mother and child. The most common way to calm a fussy child is to pick them up and cuddle. It is a psychological and physiological need in every human. It is important to have that human contact, the feel of skin to skin. It is a part of the development and socialization of a baby.<br /><br />Massaging your baby can be relaxing and stimulating at the same time. How can that be, you ask? Even babies have certain levels of stress even though they don't really do anything and can't watch the news to obtain outside stresses. One of the most stressful things for a baby is to be separated from its mother or care giver. When mother and child are reunited after a work day often the first thing the mother will do is to hug the baby. This reassures the baby and calms the mother too. <br /><br />The initial contact with mother will calm and relax the child but how is it stimulating? Babies'<br />muscles are not developed and can only become useful through use and control. When massaging a baby, you are making that baby aware of their different body parts. They might not realize what is down there or what they can do with it. Massage and exercise of the baby's legs will strengthen them for the time when the baby will crawl or walk. Even a very young baby can try to extend their legs and stand or bounce when held. They same is true for the babies arms. It can also develop better hand to eye coordination. Even though most babies are good at getting things into their mouths, there are different tasks they may enjoy when they can control their limbs. <br /><br />A mother should develop a routine for massage. A good time is in the evening after a bath. For some babies, bath time can be very stressful even if they do it every day. Afterward the mother can lay the baby down and massage baby oil or lotion into its skin. This is soothing and calming for the baby and good for the baby's skin too. There are also scented baby oils that can be used to calm. In recent years the use of lavender scented products has become a popular way to provide aromatherapy for infants. <br /><br />After the baby has been massaged and dressed it is time for the final feeding. After the feeding it is best to hold the baby close and rock them, rubbing and patting their back can eliminate any gassy build up that can prevent the baby from sleeping well. When done properly the baby should feel very relaxed and assured from the parent and sleep well.</p><h3 class="popup">About the Author </h3><p>Gregg Hall is an author living in Navarre Florida. For more on baby health or baby nursery bedding go to <a href="http://www.babynurserybeddingsets.com/">http://www.babynurserybeddingsets.com</a></p> 2006-10-08T22:24-04:00