fuller feedings - Certified Breastfeeding Specialists on Instagram: "🍽️ Starting Solids: Slow and Steady Wins the Race! First-time parents are often so excited to start solids—only to find out it’s messier and less fun than they imagined. 😅 But did you know that introducing solids too quickly can actually disrupt your baby’s sleep? ✨ Here’s why: ✔️ Solids are often lower in calories than milk and can fill your baby’s belly without fully satisfying their hunger. ✔️ If babies don’t get enough milk during the day, they may wake at night to make up for those missed calories. ✔️ This is often mistaken for a “sleep regression,” when it’s actually a feeding issue. The truth? Milk should remain your baby’s primary source of nutrition when starting solids. Gradual transitions and age-approp
Josilyn Ovenell, Speech-Language Therapist,Brain Injury Expert on Instagram: "10 Super Easy & Functional Baby Signs! 🤩 Babies develop motor skills before they develop speech skills. So teaching them baby sign can help them communicate their wants and needs BEFORE they can talk. Not to mention all the other benefits!! 👇🏽👇🏽👇🏽 Baby Sign: ✨ May help your child communicate 6+ months before they can talk ✨Reduces frustration ✨Prevents temper tantrums ✨Decreases communication breakdowns ✨Boosts their vocabulary & language development ✨Helps strengthen the bond between the parent and child Try these simple signs at home to help your child communicate and be amazed by how much it changes the game when it comes to behavioral outbursts! Be sure to follow @joyful_slp for more child d
CassidyandKids on Instagram: "While yes baby signs are cute they are SO functional, will teach your baby how to access their language before they can even verbally speak & will help way into toddlerhood ❤️ aim to start baby signs as soon as possible and ideally by 3-6 months old 🙌🏻 #babysigns #babydevelopment #speechandlanguage #newparents #babymilestones Top baby signs, baby sign language examples, speech language pathologist, new parent tips, baby activities, first words"
Helen on Instagram: "✨ Simplified Breastmilk Storage Guidelines 🍼✨ Proper breastmilk storage can make all the difference in keeping your milk safe and nutritious for your little one! While some sources may give a longer or shorter timeframe than this, always stick with the recommendations from your doctor specific for your baby to keep you little one as safe, healthy and well nourished as possible 🤍💛🍼 Here’s a quick breakdown (per US CDC breastmilk storage guidelines): 💧 Freshly Pumped Milk: • Room temp (77°F/25°C): Up to 4 hours • Fridge (40°F/4°C): Up to 4 days • Freezer (-4°F/-20°C): 6-12 months (but best within 6 months!) 📦 Thawed Milk: • Fridge: Use within 24 hours • Never refreeze! 👉 COMMENT “guidelines” for a FREEBIE Printable PDF with all the info shown here that you ca
Melissa O’Neill, RN-NIC, BSN• Baby & Sleep Nurse on Instagram: "SAVE this sample feed/nap schedule for infants aged 8-16 weeks! Keep in mind that this schedule serves as a general guide. And because every baby is different, no two schedules look the same! If you'd like personalized guidance for your little one — including tummy time, bathtime & playtime recommendations — reach out to our team of infant care specialists. 💌 #raisingbabies #momgang #newbornmoments #friends_moms_newborn #newbornmomlife #newbornmoms #newbornmommy #newbornmoment #newbornmommies #newbornmommybox #momandnewborn #newbornmomstatus #newbornmomma #newbornandmom #fortworthtexas #fortworth #austintexas #houstontexas #dallastexas #midlandtexas #texas"
Kamry Vincent | Kentucky Creator on Instagram: "I can’t believe this guy will be two months tomorrow! 💙 Here are what his days are looking like for the most part. He eats every 2.5-3 hours during the day. He is sleeping around 5 hours after his dream feed at nighttime. I’ll nurse him around 4:30 am and he’ll then go back to sleep until 7:30 am. 😴 #momlife #2monthsold #babiesofinstagram #babyroutine #momtips #momsofinstagram"
Anna Kogan, MN, RN, CBS | pregnancy & postpartum on Instagram: "Newborns (0-3 months) are adjusting to life outside the womb, so a flexible schedule helps them feel secure! Understanding their sleep-wake needs can make life easier for everyone. Here’s a simple guide to help: Newborn Sleep-Wake Schedule (Approximate) ⏰ 7 AM - Wake, feed, and a brief awake time 🛏️ 8 AM - Nap (1-1.5 hours) ⏰ 9:30 AM - Wake, feed, and some awake time 🛏️ 10:30 AM - Nap (1-1.5 hours) …and so on, following the wake, feed, sleep pattern every 2-3 hours until bedtime! Tips to Help Baby Sleep Better 💤 * Follow Baby’s Cues 👶 – Look for signs like yawning, staring off, or rubbing eyes. A sleepy baby will settle faster! * Short Wake Windows ⏳ – Newborns tire quickly and may need sleep after just 45-60 minutes awa
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Hana Abdillahi on Instagram: "⚡️Feeding milk guide for babies from 0 to 5 years ⚡️Shere it with a new moms ⚡️For more follow @h_kids_nutrition ⚡️For meal plans 👉🏻DM . . . #babies #nutrition #nutritiontips #mealplan #healthyfoods #babyfood #introducingsolids #solidschedule #babiessolids #childintake #healthyintake #h_kids_nutrition #childnitrition #mealplanning #babysolids #solidintroducing #nutritionfacts #nutritionguide #balancedmeals #weaning #nutritionguide"
Melissa O’Neill, RN-NIC, BSN• Baby & Sleep Nurse on Instagram: "Unsure what your baby's nap schedule should be? Because all babies are unique, nap schedules aren't one-size-fits-all! However, you can use these sample schedules as a guide. ⏩ Figuring out the *perfect* nap schedule for your baby depends on their age. (Swipe!) ... And if you'd like help figuring that out? Message us! - - - - - newborn mom tips | napping guidelines for babies | new mom tips | mom hacks | baby sleep schedules | healthy sleep development | sleep training | baby sleep coach | newborn sleep regression"
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