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Mother Care

• What does a new mom need to do to care for herself after the birth of her baby?
  Click Self care
• I have heard 1 out of 5 women may have postpartum blues.
  What is postpartum depression and how do I know if I have it?
  • Click I feel blue
  • Click this link
• What should I know about having sex and using birth control after the birth of my baby?
  Click this link

Infant Feeding

Baby room mural by Heather Drysdale

• Breastfeeding Information and Support. I need more information about breast feeding, what are some good resources? Call your local Family Resource Centre for more information.
• Click Breastfeeding
  your baby
• More breastfeeding
• Helpful info: Most breast feeding challenges.
• Breastfeeding Basics book (142 page pdf)

• How can I tell if my baby is getting enough to eat? Click Breastfeeding Basics then scroll to page 26
• How long do I have to wait before I can breastfeed after I drink alcohol? Click this link
• What is baby-led bottle feeding? Click this link
• When should I start giving my baby solid foods? Click this link

Surprises of new parenthood

• Click Top 10 surprises of new parenthood

Infant Attachment

• I've heard having your baby attach to you is very important. Where can I find information about this?
  • Click attachment birth - six months
  • Click attachment six - 12 months

  Understanding Your Newborn

  • Understanding Your Newborn Click an interactive program
  • Understanding Your Newborn Click six - 12 months
  • What is my baby trying to tell me? Click this link
  • What about the baby's temperament? Click this link
  • Why do babies cry? Click Why the tears?
  • What about colic? Click Crying baby

  Caring for a Baby

  • How do I bath my baby? Click this link
  • How do I care for my baby's cord? Click this link
  • Click for information on diapers and diaper rash
  • How do I care for my baby's mouth and teeth? Click this link

  Growth & Development

  • How do newborns develop and grow? Click this link
  • How can I help with the development? Click this link

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