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Prenatal Vitamins
As it takes time for nutrients build up in the human body, women should take a prenatal
vitamin with folic acid before conception to make sure that their bodies have sufficient
vital nutrients necessary to support a healthy pregnancy immediately after
conception.
Pack for birth center
What should we prepare for
delivery in a hospital/ birthing center?
Almost every first-time mom is nervous about everything about labor as it’s an
unknown and uncontrollable event. It’s important to have things prepared,
before heading to the hospital for labor.
One of the most important preparations is to pack the things you will need in the
hospital, from baby’s first outfit,
snacks for dad to homecoming outfit.
Managing Diaper rash
Diaper
rash (Diaper dermatitis) is one of the most common skin conditions in neonates
and infants. Highest frequency of diaper
dermatitis occurs at 9-12 months of age. Appropriate skin care routine that minimizes skin wetness, support skin barrier
function and protects skin from urine and
feces may help to prevent/cure diaper rash. How to establish an appropriate diaper area skin care routine?
Parents may have different choices, but the principles should be always the
same