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5 super snacks to boost milk production:
1. Oatmeal
2. Apple + peanut butter
3. Pumpkin seeds
4. Banana and flaxseed smoothie
5. Dark chocolate

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Why you have to wait until baby is 1 yr old to give them cow’s milk?
Feeding a baby cow’s milk before they are 12 months can put your baby at risk for intestinal bleeding. There are too many minerals and proteins that your baby’s kidneys cannot handle. Additionally, it does not have all the nutrients an infant needs. Until then stick to infant formula or breast milk.

Porque hay que esperar hasta que un bebe cumpla 1 año para darle leche de vaca?
Dándole leche de vaca a un bebé antes de que cumpla 12 meses puede ponerlo en riesgo de sangrado intestinal. Hay muchos minerales y proteínas que los riñones de tu bebé no pueden aguantar. Adicionalmente, la leche de vaca no tiene todos los nutrientes que un bebé necesita. Hasta entonces dale a tu bebé formula para infantes o leche de pecho.

Dr. Karp's Five S's for Soothing a Newborn:
1. Swaddling
2. Side/Stomach Position
3. Shushing Sounds
4. Swinging
5. Sucking

Pacifiers may help newborns stretch feedings and soothe themselves. According to the American Academy of Pediatricians, a pacifier can also help reduce the risk of SIDS. On the other hand, it can also increase the risk of ear infections and dental problems. After 4 months an infant can self soothe themselves therefore you can wean your baby off of a pacifier at that age. If used past 4 months of age, it can become habit that will be hard to break.

When teething, babies may develop a rash around their mouth due to excessive moisture from extra drool. To help the rash you can add a thin layer of Aquaphor, this will create a barrier protecting the skin.

Avoid giving your baby cow's milk and honey before they turn 1 years old. Infants cannot breakdown all the proteins and minerals in cow's milk. Cow's milk also doesn't have the adequate nutrients your infants need.

Honey can be poisonous to infants causing Infant botulism which can be deadly.

Wait to feed your baby solid food until after they are 5 moths old. Before then a baby's gut hasn't fully developed to be able to process food. When introducing solids, remember your baby has to learn how to eat. Therefore, take the proper steps to introduce food to your baby safely.

Babies should not drink water until they are 6 months old and eating solid food. When offering a 6 month old water, make sure to only offer small amounts. Water can dilute your cild's calorie intake and at this age you want your baby to get enough calories to keep up with their rapid growth.

Wait to give your baby a bath (submerged in water) until their umbilical cord has fallen off. Until then. you can give your baby a sponge bath. Keeping umbilical cord dry and clean will avoid infections. The umbilical cord should fall off by about 3 weeks of age.

Let’s Talk About Baby Teeth!
*On average a baby gets their first tooth at 6-7 months.
*Some babies cut through their first teeth as early as 3-4 months and as late as 12+ months.
*Teething can begin months before a tooth cuts through.
*Some babies don’t show any teething symptoms.

Teething Symptoms:
*Teething rash around mouth
*Drooling
*Irritability
*Loss of appetite
*Biting
*Crying
*Diarrhea
*Swelling or inflamed gums
*Night wakings