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Infants need the proper nutrition in order to develop into happy, healthy children. Learn some simple parenting tips to ensure that baby is receiving the proper nutrition, such as freezing breast milk, introducing solid foods and sanitizing baby bottle nipples, in this free video series from an experienced childcare provider on infant care.
There are 15 videos in this series:
Two options exist when breast-feeding twins, which are feeding the babies independently or together; however, the most important part of breast-feeding twins is to maintain a schedule. Recognize signs that twins are getting the proper nutrition with this free video from an experienced childcare provider on infant care.
To freeze breast milk, use a breast pump to extract milk, then place milk in a freezer bag, write the date on the bag and place it in a freezer. Learn tips for filling a freezer bag with breast milk to prevent overflow in this free video from an experienced childcare provider on infant care.
Store small portions of breast milk in bottles or bags, and don't keep breast milk in the refrigerator for more than 72 hours. Store breast milk with the date on the container to verify its freshness with this free video from an experienced childcare provider on infant care.
Increase breast milk supply by staying hydrated, eating green vegetables and avoiding caffeine products, shellfish, kidney beans and cabbage. Check an infant's stools to ensure that they're receiving the proper nutrition with this free video from an experienced childcare provider on infant care.
Clean baby bottle nipples by placing them in the microwave for 90 seconds or adding them to a pot of boiling water. Sanitize baby bottle nipples to keep a baby healthy using this free video from an experienced childcare provider on infant care.
Before sterilizing baby bottle nipples in the microwave, thoroughly clean the appliance. Then, place baby bottle nipples in the microwave for 90 to 120 seconds. Purchase baby bottle nipples that are microwavable with the help of this free video from an experienced childcare provider on infant care.
After discussing formula options with a pediatrician, read instructions to prepare the right amount of formula for a baby, which is generally between two-to-eight ounces. Learn how much formula to make for infants in this free video from an experienced childcare provider on infant care.
To stop breastfeeding a baby, make the transition as smooth as possible by breastfeeding once a day. Keep mother and baby comfortable during the weaning process with tips in this free video from an experienced childcare provider on infant care.
A nine-month-old baby can begin eating solid foods, and to introduce a nine-month-old to food, start by feeding them rice cereal, oatmeal and pureed vegetables. Consult a pediatrician to find out a nine-month-old's nutritional needs with tips in this free video from an experienced childcare provider on infant care.
A baby can start eating rice cereal between six-to-nine months of age. When feeding an infant rice cereal, place the spoon to the child's lips. Avoid choking hazards when feeding a baby rice cereal for the first time with this free video from an experienced childcare provider on infant care.
Before feeding a baby solid foods, watch for signs that the baby is ready, such as head control, keeping tongue in mouth and sitting upright. Identify other signs that a baby is ready for solid foods with this free video from an experienced childcare provider on infant care.
Help a breast-fed baby gain weight by feeding the infant every two-to-three hours, breast-feeding for longer intervals and having the mother avoid certain foods, such as shellfish, kidney beans and cabbage. Find out how to evaluate an infant's growth development with this free video from an experienced childcare provider on infant care.
Before introducing a baby to finger foods, they must be able to successfully eat and pick up foods on their own. Learn what finger foods to introduce to a baby in this free video from an experienced childcare provider on infant care.
After 12 months, most pediatricians will insist that a baby is introduced to whole milk because of the necessary vitamins. Mix formula with whole milk to help introduce a baby to dairy using this free video from an experienced childcare provider on infant care.
Widening baby bottle nipples is never a good idea because it can cause the infant to choke or damage the nipple for future feedings. Learn about buying different settings for bottle nipples, such as slow, medium or fast flows, in this free video from an experienced childcare provider on infant care.
Early childhood is a special time for both kids and parents. It is widely held that during the first few years of a person’s life, some of the most important physical and emotional aspects of development are set in place. Young children are dependent upon their mothers, fathers, aunts, uncles or grandparents to meet their needs during this time. To grow into healthy, happy adults, kids require many things, including safe surroundings, a good diet, peer interaction and a variety of experiences. Everyone knows that a healthy child begins with a healthy diet. In this free video series, get some nutritional information for an infant. Andrea Orta Mashburn is an experienced childcare provider. She offers advice for the new mother. For instance, learn how to increase breast milk production. Also, find out how to store and freeze breast milk. Curious about how to help a breast-fed baby gain weight? Learn how a mother's diet can play a part in baby's nutrition. Don't know when to start feeding a baby solid foods? Hear advice for when and how to introduce a baby to solid foods. So, take a moment, and improve a baby's nutrition today!
Andrea Orta Mashburn Andrea Orta Mashburn is a general education teacher of four years as well as a mother of one. She has 14 years of childcare experience, she's CPR certified, first aid certified and has over 12 college course hours of child development. She's worked with children from newborns to 18-year-old teenagers.dkdk
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