New parents juggle exhaustion and tiny humans—solid routines make it manageable. Focus on sleep, feeds, and safety first; the rest falls into place with practice.
Learn moreBabies cycle 16 hours daily in short bursts—wake every 2-3 hours for feeds. Swaddle snug to mimic womb; white noise drowns chaos. Overtired cries escalate fast; catch drowsy cues like yawning or staring off.
Learn moreBreast or bottle every 2-3 hours; watch for hunger fists or rooting. Burp mid-feed to dodge spit-up bombs. Cluster feeding evenings is normal—growth spurts demand it, easing by week three.
Learn moreSix to ten swaps daily; rash hits from wet sits over 20 minutes. Barrier creams with zinc shield skin; air outs prevent yeast. Track output: six wet, three poops signal thriving.
Learn moreStart three minutes daily on chest or floor—builds neck strength against flat spots. Toys dangle for grabs; rollovers follow by four months. Skip if fussy; progress beats perfection.
Get Free EstimateSmiles by six weeks, rolls at four months, babbles six. Track apps flag delays early—no panic, just pediatric chats. Tummy time logs progress weekly.
Learn moreFerber or chair method after six months: consistent cries fade in three nights. Co-sleep safely on firm backs; room-share cuts SIDS 50%. Naps sync daytime calm.
Babysitters should be attentive, reliable, and able to handle unexpected situations with calmness.