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Sunday, July 31, 2011
baby and hiccups
I have been told that hiccups are normal and quite common among babies.
But I do wonder if there's a way to lessen them... or at times, I'm worried if Baby's uncomfortable.
Or will burping after feeding help out? or do I need to burp the baby some more?
Questions... questions... indeed, I have a lot!
Anyway, here are the answers that I got from Google... (just click on the hyperlinks)
Is it normal that my baby gets hiccups all the time?
Baby Hiccups
There isn't a lot you can do to stop the hiccups in a newborn baby. Certainly the old wives-tale solutions for adults (such as standing on your head, breathing into a paper bag, getting a scare etc.,) should not be tried on your infant. In fact, probably the only thing you can do is to patiently wait the hiccups out and try to comfort or distract your baby while the hiccups persist. Frequent burping during feeding may decrease the instances of hiccups, but once they start there is very little that you can do.
Why does my baby hiccup so much?
In general, hiccups seem to bother parents more than they bother the baby. If the hiccups are prolonged and are interrupting a feeding, some babies will start to fuss. But generally, as the baby gets older, the sessions will space out. Usually by a year of life they will be much less frequent. Some babies that havegastroesophogeal reflux (GER) may be more prone to hiccups.
If you really want to curb Baby's hiccups, some things to try include:
In general, the key to getting rid of hiccups is time. Hiccups will pass, and tricks will not usually work to make them go away. If you still have concerns about your baby, ask her pediatrician.
Dealing with Baby's Hiccups
If you really want to curb Baby's hiccups, some things to try include:
- Letting her feed at the breast or taking sips from a cup or bottle. This can sometimes help the diaphragm to relax.
- Sitting the baby up and comforting her until they pass.
In general, the key to getting rid of hiccups is time. Hiccups will pass, and tricks will not usually work to make them go away. If you still have concerns about your baby, ask her pediatrician.
If your baby gets hiccups often, try to feed her when she's calm and before she's extremely hungry. This will reduce the likelihood of hiccups during the feeding. And remember, this too shall pass.
Friday, July 29, 2011
vaccination prices
As I've posted previously, vaccination doesn't come cheap.. but the 80% (at least) protection that it provides for our baby would be worth it.
Anyway, I've researched on the prices of each vaccine that our pedia had advised us to get our child immunized with... I've found out that there is at least a 600Php difference on each vaccine that she priced.
That means, I need to haggle for a lower price on our next visit. After all, I could do the injection myself.
I do hope we could get a lower price though.
Thursday, July 28, 2011
more on TRUST vs. MISTRUST
I've yet to read the rest of this article again.
On TRUST VS. MISTRUST
Psychosocial Stage 1 - Trust vs. Mistrust
- The first stage of Erikson's theory of psychosocial development occurs between birth and one year of age and is the most fundamental stage in life.
- Because an infant is utterly dependent, the development of trust is based on the dependability and quality of the child's caregivers.
- If a child successfully develops trust, he or she will feel safe and secure in the world. Caregivers who are inconsistent, emotionally unavailable, or rejecting contribute to feelings of mistrust in the children they care for. Failure to develop trust will result in fear and a belief that the world is inconsistent and unpredictable.
Click on the title below to see the whole article.
scheduled vs. feeding per demand???
I've read an article in a magazine regarding this topic and honestly, I have yet to research more on this.
However, I am convinced up until this time that feeding per demand is better. Not that I think that those who feed on schedule is a lesser mother or parent.
I remember that Baby is on the TRUST VS. MISTRUST Stage. And I believe that feeding per demand would foster more trust on the part of the infant, would enhance his feeling of security in a totally new environment in what he'd had for 9 months in the womb.
Anyway, in my few days as a breastfeeding mother, I am so amazed at how God has carefully and wonderfully created each body part that we have. It's amazing how mother's produce milk with enough quality and quantity that the baby needs!
Thanking God indeed for this experience. And really enjoying every moment of it.
However, I am convinced up until this time that feeding per demand is better. Not that I think that those who feed on schedule is a lesser mother or parent.
I remember that Baby is on the TRUST VS. MISTRUST Stage. And I believe that feeding per demand would foster more trust on the part of the infant, would enhance his feeling of security in a totally new environment in what he'd had for 9 months in the womb.
Anyway, in my few days as a breastfeeding mother, I am so amazed at how God has carefully and wonderfully created each body part that we have. It's amazing how mother's produce milk with enough quality and quantity that the baby needs!
Thanking God indeed for this experience. And really enjoying every moment of it.
immunization
In our follow-up visit to Joram's pediatrician last week, we were given an immunization schedule. We were also given the choice on which vaccines to get as well as a list on the cost of each vaccine. And they are not inexpensive.
A portion of the vaccines, those in the EPI are given fir free in health centers. But of course, it is more convenient to have it done in the pediatrician's clinic since one won't be waiting long.
But since, I am a mom on a budget & since I am not a working mom at this moment, so, we are seriously considering waiting in queue in the health center. It is a savings of a few thousand pesos compared to the rest of the immunization cost (those that are not included in the EPI) but it's still worth the savings that we could get.
But since, I am a mom on a budget & since I am not a working mom at this moment, so, we are seriously considering waiting in queue in the health center. It is a savings of a few thousand pesos compared to the rest of the immunization cost (those that are not included in the EPI) but it's still worth the savings that we could get.
The down side is that there would be more shots for our baby. Since those vaccines in healthcenters are hardly given in combination doses.
However, we are still to visit the health center in our barangay to check out their schedule (which is usually on Wednesdays).
To others parents, check out with your own pediatrician on your baby's immunization schedule as well.
Meanwhile, although most baby books already include immunization schedules, I've copy-pasted a standard immunization sked in this blog as well.
| Your baby's age | Immunization offered | How it is given |
|---|---|---|
| At birth or within the first month after birth (or within the first 12 months after birth for catch up) | Hepatitis B vaccine (HepB) | First dose |
| At birth (or within the first 2 months) | Bacille Calmette-Guérin vaccine (BCG) | One injection |
| Around 1 to 2 months old (or at least four weeks after the first dose) | Hepatitis B vaccine (HepB) | Second dose |
| Around 6 weeks to 2 months old | Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine (PCV-7) | First dose |
| 2 months old | Diphtheria, tetanus, and whole-cell/acellular pertussis (whooping cough) vaccine (DTwP / DTaP) | First dose |
| Oral/Inactivated polio vaccine (OPV / IPV) | First dose | |
| Haemophilus influenzae type B vaccine (HiB) | First dose | |
| Rotavirus vaccine | First dose (Depending on the brand, it is administered either in two or three doses, at least four months apart) | |
| 4 months old | Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine (PCV-7) | Second dose |
| Diphtheria, tetanus, and whole-cell/acellular pertussis (whooping cough) vaccine (DTwP / DTaP) | Second dose | |
| Oral/Inactivated polio vaccine (OPV / IPV) | Second dose | |
| Haemophilus influenzae type B vaccine (HiB) | Second dose | |
| 6 months old | Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine (PCV-7) | Third dose |
| Diphtheria, tetanus, and whole-cell/acellular pertussis (whooping cough) vaccine (DTwP / DTaP) | Third dose | |
| Haemophilus influenzae type B vaccine (HiB) | Third dose | |
| Influenza vaccine | For those receiving it for the first time, two doses at four weeks apart are required. Since the flu virus changes from year to year, an annual vaccination is recommended. | |
| Around 6 to 8 months old | Oral/Inactivated polio vaccine (OPV / IPV) | Third dose |
| Around 6 to 18 months old | Hepatitis B vaccine (HepB) | Third dose |
| Around 9 to 12 months old | Measles, mumps andrubella (German measles) vaccine (MMR) | First dose + |
| 12 months old | Hepatitis A vaccine (HepA) | First dose |
| Around 12 to 15 months old | Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine (PCV-7) | Fourth dose |
| Around 12 to 18 months old | Varicella (chickenpox) vaccine | First dose |
| Around 15 to 18 months old | Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine booster shot (PCV-7 booster) | First dose |
| Diphtheria, tetanus, and whole-cell/acellular pertussis (whooping cough) vaccine booster shot (DTwP / DTaP booster) | First dose | |
| Oral/Inactivated polio vaccine booster shot (OPV / IPV booster) | First dose | |
| Haemophilus influenzae type B vaccine booster shot (HiB booster) | First dose | |
| Around 18 to 24 months old | Hepatitis A vaccine (HepA) | Second dose ++ |
| 2 years old | Typhoid vaccine | One injection |
| Meningococcalvaccine | One injection | |
| Around 4 to 6 years old | Diphtheria, tetanus, and whole-cell/acellular pertussis (whooping cough) vaccine booster shot (DTwP / DTaP booster) | Second dose +++ |
| Oral/Inactivated polio vaccine booster shot (OPV / IPV booster) | Second dose | |
| Measles, mumps and rubella (German measles) vaccine (MMR) | Second dose | |
| Varicella (chickenpox) vaccine | Second dose |
+ In case of outbreaks, MMR can be given as early as 6 months old.
++ The second dose of the HepA vaccine is given six to 12 months after the first dose.
+++ A third dose of DTwP / DTaP booster is given beyond the age 6 years old, and then every 10 years thereafter.
Wednesday, July 27, 2011
developmental milestones : 1st month
The First Month
During the first month of life most of babies' behavior is reflexive, meaning their reactions are automatic. Later, as the nervous system develops, babies will put more thought into their actions. Some of the newborn reflexes are described below.
- Mouthing reflexes: These reflexes are important for babies' survival, helping them find the source of food. The sucking and swallowing reflexes are most important. A baby will automatically begin to suck when his mouth or lips are touched. The rooting reflex is when the baby turns his head toward your hand if his cheek is touched. This helps baby find the nipple for feeding. The rooting reflex begins to fade around 4 months.
- Startle (Moro) reflex: The startle reflex occurs when a baby hears a loud noise or when he falls backwards, his arms and legs extend away from his body. This reflex is most noticeable during the first month and usually fades by 2 or 3 months.
- Grasp reflex: A baby will grasp a finger or object when it is placed in the palm of his hand. This reflex is strongest during the first 2 months and usually fades by 5-6 months.
- Stepping reflex: Even though baby cannot support his own weight, if his feet are placed on a flat surface, he will begin to step one foot in front of the other. The stepping reflex usually disappears by 2 months.
By the end of the first month of life, most babies may display the following:
- Raise head when on stomach
- Keep hands in tight fists
- Focus 8-12 inches away, looks at objects and faces and prefers the human face over other patterns
- Show a behavioral response when hearing a noise (such as eye blinking, acting startled, change in movements or breathing/respiratory rate)
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