Baby Care Hacks April

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When you're a new parent, and everything is brand new, it can so overwhelming just keeping up with the day to day. Wouldn't it be nice to have someone to teach you all the little tips and tricks to baby care that will make your life so much easier. Well, look no further! With 6 kids between us, we've been around the block a few times. These hacks will make your life run more smoothly so you can enjoy more time with your precious new little person.

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Transcript

Recap

Make all the formula you'll need for the day in the morning and store it in the fridge.

Consider ditching the diaper bag and keeping a diaper and wipes in your purse or leaving a diaper changing station in the car.

Swaddling can help soothe babies and improve sleep.

Have multiple car seat bases to make it easier to transfer the car seat between cars.

Keep spare batteries on hand for toys and devices that require them.

Use hairbands or other methods to childproof cabinets and keep babies from opening them.

Always have spare clothes for both yourself and your baby.

Use baby carriers to keep your hands free and bond with your baby.

Store outgrown clothes in a labeled container for future use or donation.

Establish a schedule for your children to create predictability and structure.

Spend time outdoors with your baby to enjoy fresh air and nature.

Educate older kids about nursing and set boundaries to ensure the baby's safety.

Create a safe space for the baby where older siblings are not allowed to touch or disturb them.

Chapters

00:00 Making Formula in Advance

04:39 Ditching the Diaper Bag

08:02 The Benefits of Swaddling

12:11 Multiple Car Seat Bases

13:21 Stocking Up on Batteries

14:22 Childproofing Cabinets

19:05 Using Baby Carriers

21:21 Storing Outgrown Clothes

23:23 Establishing a Schedule

26:05 Spending Time Outdoors

29:05 Educating Older Kids About Nursing

31:25 Creating a Safe Space for the Baby

Music is by Oliver Massa. It is called Weekend Chores