NEW BORN BABY FIRST EXPERIENCE

 NEWBORN/BABY UP TO 18 MONTHS

A baby is a small thing that can make a big difference in your life, but also something to nurture. Having a new baby is something to be proud of, but it also means sleepless nights of breastfeeding, changing diapers, which seem to get dirty all the time, comforting, and other such challenges. 

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The first tooth, the first fever, the first step, the first fall, the first dressing and undressing, all these are part of having a new baby, but they are also part of the important challenges you, as a parent, have accepted. The challenge of raising and helping your child become strong and independent is in your hands, dear parent.

The first time you will see your baby will be just after birth. The baby may be quiet, sleeping, or crying. The baby's head may appear misshapen because the bones of the skull are soft and not fused, and their skin may be reddish and slippery as if covered in oil that can be washed off. 

Some babies are born without any hair, while others have sparse long hair that falls off after a few weeks and grows into regular hair. Your baby’s eyes might appear swollen, especially after the doctor administers eye drops to protect against infections. 

Their hands and feet may be curled, possibly with a bluish or mottled color. Overall, this little being may not look as perfect as you envisioned it months ago. Are books and magazines wrong? Where is the beautiful healthy skin? 

The blue eyes, the curly hair, and where is that smile after being placed in the mother's arms? Be patient. This is their first day in the world, and they are not yet prepared for such an overwhelming experience. Give yourself time, give them time, and remember, the joy and the hard work of parenting has just begun.

Tell us in the comment what was your first impression to the new born baby?