Question 1

how do i get my newborn baby to sleep during the night and not the day.

Accepted Answer

Patterning: Allow baby to sleep no more than 30 min without waking it during the day &amp; do not wake it  at night. In time the day night pattern should become more night friendly.

Question 2

are dogs are risk in terms of germs for newborn babies?
ours dogs sleep inside our home and only walk around on our premises during the day. we take the dogs for walks once or twice a week in outdoor parks. is germs an issue?

Accepted Answer

Dog germs: Since dogs don’t wear shoes, they are likely to track in ordinary germs from the ground on their paws. Once the baby is crawling on the floor, it will be good to maintain reasonable floor cleanliness.  The dogs should be trained not to lick the baby on the face, their mouths are not clean.  If the dogs pick up fleas or ticks or have skin diseases, please discuss management with your veterinarian.

Question 3

my 9 month old has fever no vomiting her poop is very soft like a newborn she is sleeping a lot during the day n not eating as much is this normal?

Accepted Answer

No: No,  fever at this age could indicate a potentially serious bacterial infection. Specially with decrease eating and increase sleepiness. Take the baby to a dr as soon as possible.

Question 4

how long should my newborn baby sleep during daytime?

Accepted Answer

No more than 2 hrs: Try not to let your baby sleep more than two hours straight during the daytime, even if they were up the previous night. Babies can flip their day/night pattern if you do. Try to get seven to eight feedings in during the day and you might get extra sleep at night.

Question 5

what can i do if my newborn is sleeping during feedings?

Accepted Answer

Sleepy nurser: Breast fed babies very frequently fall asleep at the breast at first, and this can make nursing challenging (and will add to maternal exhaustion).  Unwrapping the baby, tapping the feet, stroking the face or other forms of stimulation as soon as baby falls asleep will hopefully foster a more effective feeding pattern.  Be vigilant, and this will pass.  Best wishes.

Question 6

my newborn sleeping during feedings! how to tell if she is getting enough nutrients?

Accepted Answer

Weight gain: If your newborn is breast feeding and falls asleep, she is likely getting enough and will wake and cry when hungry  Weight gain is the best measure of good nutritional status.  On a day to day basis you should see about 5-6 wet diapers a day to assure adequate fluid intake.  If you have any doubts, have your doctor check her weight and keep track of her wet diapers.

Question 7

i have anxiety disorder and my newborn baby now 10 days seems to be grasping during sleep and even while awake. why does this happen?

Accepted Answer

Worry warts : There are many of us who worry more than we need to.    I would strongly suggest that you go to your pediatrician for a needed dose of reassurance.   If you feel you will be criticized for going, find someone you feel safe with.   Go soon so this issue is put to rest and then you can too!    One more thing.  Trust your instincts!   If you feel your baby has a problem, you will usually be right.

Question 8

for each day how much should a newborn baby sleep?

Accepted Answer

Total sleep time: Is ~18 hours/day, in 2-4 hour naps. Infants have more rem sleep than adults. Co-sleeping increases chances of  parents'  misinterpreting brief arousals as awakenings requiring feeds. To promote consolidation of sleep, stable pm bedtime, appropriate sleep associations (falling asleep in own bed in own room), & allowing self-regulation ( infant calms himself back to sleep) should be in place by 3 mo.

Question 9

is it normal for newborns (3wks) to sleep the whole day? only wake up to feed and then back to sleep? 
also is it advisable to have baby on a schedule?

Accepted Answer

Yes, normal: and better feed the baby ad lib, (whenever they need)  babies usually time themselves right, wish you and your baby wellness

Question 10

is it normal for a newborns white of eye to be grayish yellow like. and for him to sleep so much. he is only awake for a total of 3 hours a day?

Accepted Answer

Yes and yes: The sclera, the white part of the eye, is thin in infants allowing you to see the underlying tissue which is black.  This gives it a grayish blue color.  Also newborns do sleep alot - be thankful, it doesn't stay that way.

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My 9 month old has fever no vomiting her poop is very soft like a newborn she is sleeping a lot during the day n not eating as much is this normal?

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How long should my newborn baby sleep during daytime?

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What can i do if my newborn is sleeping during feedings?

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My newborn sleeping during feedings! how to tell if she is getting enough nutrients?

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I have anxiety disorder and my newborn baby now 10 days seems to be grasping during sleep and even while awake. why does this happen?

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For each day how much should a newborn baby sleep?

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Is it normal for newborns (3wks) to sleep the whole day? only wake up to feed and then back to sleep? also is it advisable to have baby on a schedule?

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Is it normal for a newborns white of eye to be grayish yellow like. and for him to sleep so much. he is only awake for a total of 3 hours a day?

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