Having a new baby is often a worrying time for moms. Your baby can’t communicate with you if they feel sick. In some cases, they may not even cry.
In this post we will look at some of the best ways to keep your baby’s health intact so that they will remain strong and healthy in the future.
Never Leave Your Baby Alone On An Elevated Surface
For obvious reasons, leaving your baby alone on an elevated surface, such as a bed, table, or baby changer, is a bad idea. Even falls of just a few feet can seriously damage their body and cause life-changing injuries. If you want to temporarily leave your baby alone, place them on the floor on a mat first away from anything that could hurt them.
Keep Small Objects Out Of Reach
All small objects are potentially hazardous for babies. Nuts, buttons, jewelry and any other items small enough to be swallowed could potentially cause a choking hazard.
As a rule of thumb, any items you leave out should be larger than the diameter of the toilet roll core. If the item can fit through the core, it is too small and, potentially, a choking hazard.
Don’t Buy Products Containing Phthalates
Folates are a family of endocrine-disrupting chemicals that can damage your baby’s body. They have been implicated in a range of medical conditions and young children may be particularly sensitive to them.
Unfortunately, they are regularly found in products that babies often use. However, some brands, such as Purely Family, now eliminate them, as well as other undesirable chemicals such as BPA, from their product ranges.
Don’t Leave Your Baby Unattended At Bath Time
For obvious reasons, you should not leave your baby unattended at bath time. Babies can drown in as little as two inches of water, so always be there while they are in the tub. If you need to leave the room, take them out of the bath first and put them on the floor, provided that it is safe to do so.
Check The Airflow In Your Baby’s Room
If the temperature in your baby’s room rises too high, it can be a hazard for their health. Babies wrapped in swaddling cloth can find it challenging to cool down.
The solution is to constantly monitor the temperature of your baby’s room. It should be between 68 and 72 degrees F.
Don’t Hold Your Baby While Cooking
It can be tempting to carry your baby while stirring a pot of food on the stove. But, again, this could lead to lasting injuries.
Before you start cooking, give your baby to your partner or place them somewhere safe, such as the crib or baby carrier. Remember, good can easily splatter out of the pot and onto your child, causing them pain.
In summary, as long as you get the basics right, you should be okay. Looking after a baby just requires a little common sense and avoiding placing them in hazardous situations.
