Thursday, November 21, 2013
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WAHM Review- Pandeezies Hybernator fitted overnight diaper
This puppy is packed with absorbency. There is a soaker layer, the bamboo soaker pad, and an additional bamboo booster. the cover itself has a fleece exterior eliminating the need for a cover. However if you have a extremely heavy wetter a plain cover might be a good idea, but I doubt it to be needed.
Before receiving our Hybernator we used a double stuffed pocket at night time. This would last 11-13 hrs and both inserts would be soaked through in the morning. We use the Hybernator with no cover for the same time. The outside of the diaper is not wet at all and the bamboo is not fully soaked through. In fact I have decided to not use the booster!
This is a well made diaper. Sewn with a serger and designed to last. The only Problem I have had with this diaper is that the ends of the saoker are starting to roll just a little bit. Other then that I would recommend this diaper to anyone who is looking for a good night time solution.
In addition She has done half the prepping work for you! She washes 5 times for you. She told me after 10 the diaper will reach full absorbency. Whats better then ready to wear fluff?
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Monday, November 18, 2013
Tis the season, How to nurse a baby who has a cold.
Oh, no the runny nose has started baby has a low fever, and his little eyes are all red. How do you continue to be successful nursing when baby can hardly breath! Here are my ideas for b making nursing the poor little snot nose baby.
1- You are the best thing for your baby. A mothers chest can detect if a baby needs to be cooled or warmed. Skin on skin (as long as you do not also have a fever) is a great way to help baby cool down.
2- Suction out the snot before starting a nursing session. Use saline drops as directed.
3- Go slow and be patient. If baby is congested they may unlatch ever few chugs to get a good breath. Give them lots of time to nurse and nursing frequently will both help them to get their fill. Remember baby reads your emotional cues so stay calm and don't get frustrated or baby will too.
4- Keep baby's head upward of their body while nursing. This might make you find some pretty weird nursing positions, but allowing mucus to drain instead of pool will help baby breath.
5- Depress the breast. Make sure that plenty of air can circulate around baby's nose. Gently press down on your breast under baby's nose to allow a little better air circulation.
As long as baby's is producing a clear, or light yellow/green mucus. You are dealing with a cold. If baby begins to produce a bright green snot I urge you too see your doctor as this is often a sign of an infection. If baby's fever passes above 102 and or baby is acting lethargic or very differently call a doctor immediately.
When in doubt call a doctor. Never use this blog as a medical cure site. This is a place for advice and conversation.
A typical cold passes on its own in a week or two until then do your best to make baby comfortable and give them extra snuggles.