I’m six months pregnant, and my husband told me this morning that I was snoring in my sleep! I’m mortified– I’ve never snored before in my life and it’s pretty embarrassing. Is this normal? Should I worry? Is there anything I can do about it?” Snoring during pregnancy is not at all uncommon: about … [Read more…]
Crib Shopping? What to Look For
When you think buying for baby, you think crib. Really you don’t need to buy a crib before baby is born: co-sleeping in a bassinet or baby-proofed parent bed will be an option for a couple of months. But a crib isn’t something you want to buy on impulse. After diapers (and possibly formula and a … [Read more…]
Third Trimester Sleep- Is it Possible?
Has your big bump got you tossing and turning all night? During the last months of pregnancy, it’s hard to find a comfortable position! Here are helpful hints for getting much-needed rest: A stretch before lying. Just before turning in, try doing some simple, gentle twists, back flexes on all … [Read more…]
Help, I Can’t Stop Thinking About SIDS!
My daughter is 4 1/2 months old and every time I put her down I worry about her dying of SIDS– I can’t stop worrying and checking on her constantly. She also rolls over in her sleep and I’m afraid of waking her up if I roll her back. Should I get a SIDS monitor? Can you tell me anything to put my … [Read more…]
Baby Crying it Out: Should We Try It?
Q. My husband says I’ll spoil our baby if I pick him up every time he cries, but I feel horrible leaving him crying in the crib. And I’m exhausted. What should we do? It really matters how old he is. You can’t spoil a newborn with too much responsiveness. Newborns need to be picked up when they cry … [Read more…]