Breastfeeding And More: Caring For A Newborn
Welcome to your newborn baby! Maraming pagbabago sa panahong ito. Ito ang panahon ng adjustment, recovery, at pagbuo ng bonding niyo ni baby. Habang si baby ay nagsisimulang makibagay sa mundo, ikaw naman ay may new routines with your baby.
Normal lang ang pagod, kaba, at ang maraming tanong, pero with the right information at suporta, magiging mas maayos ang transition niyo.
Early Milestones: What to Watch Out For
Kahit newborn pa lang, may mga simpleng signs na nagpapakitang tuloy-tuloy ang development ni baby. Sa stage na ito, makikita mo na:
- Kaya niyang i-lift ang kanyang ulo briefly during tummy time
- Nagre-respond siya sa sounds, lalo na sa pamilyar na boses
- Nagfo-focus on faces, especially sa mukha ni Mommy
Kahit 15 minutes a day of tummy time, interaction, eye contact, nakakatulong ito sa brain and sensory development.
Clean and Care: Gentle Hygiene Tips
Hindi kailangan ng daily bath sa unang buwan. Pero mahalagang panatilihing malinis at komportable si baby.
- Gamit ang maligamgam na tubig, punasan ang mukha, leeg, at folds gamit ang cotton or soft cloth
- Suportahan ang ulo at leeg during every bath
- Pat dry gently using a soft towel
- Sa umbilical cord area, panatilihing tuyo at malinis—gumamit ng cotton at malinis na tubig. Hayaan itong matuyo at kusang mahulog.
Kung may mapansing discharge, foul smell, or pamumula sa paligid ng pusod, kumonsulta agad sa inyong pediatrician.
Support for Breastfeeding Moms
Kasabay ng pag-aalaga kay baby, mahalaga rin ang alaga kay Mommy. Breastfeeding can be rewarding, pero challenging din, lalo na kapag kulang ang tulog, may discomfort, o nahihirapan sa milk supply.
Dito makakatulong ang Bonina® Maternal Milk Supplement, specially formulated to support your needs as a breastfeeding mom.
- May protein at calcium para sa energy at bone health
- May folic acid at iron para sa blood recovery
- May Vitamin C at nucleoshield for added immunity support
Para kay Mommy na nagpapadede, Bonina is a reliable partner in recovery and nourishment.
Simple Ways to Take Care of Yourself
- Rest when possible. Umidlip din habang tulog si baby.
- Accept support. Let your partner or family help with baby care or household chores.\
- Stick to small routines. Kahit simpleng schedule ng feeding, sleeping, at bathing ay malaking bagay.
- Pay attention to your emotions. Kung nakakaramdam ka ng matinding lungkot o pagod, huwag mahiyang magtanong o humingi ng tulong.
It can be overwhelming, pero hindi mo kailangang harapin ito nang mag-isa. Sa bawat hakbang, kasama mo ang Bonina, para sa tamang alaga kay baby at kay Mommy.
References:
Based on:
- How to Bathe a Newborn Baby. ParenTeam. https://www.parenteam.com.ph/how-bathe-newborn-baby
- A New (and Exhausted) Mom’s Guide to Surviving the First Month. ParenTeam. https://www.parenteam.com.ph/article/new-moms-guide-surviving-first-month