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Heloise - internationally syndicated columnist, TV personality and author of numerous books, including her latest, Handy Household Hints from Heloise - will host a FUN and informative discussion, including her best lifestyle hints. We'll also all share our best baby care ideas! This Talk is sponsored by Dr. Smith's Diaper Ointment (a premium blend ointment to treat even severe diaper rash, fast), and they'll be giving away some adorable gift baskets filled with products to help you care for your little one - along with personally signed Heloise Pamphlets just for mom. Don't miss it!
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Babycare and Mom Helpful Hints with Heloise and Dr. Smith's Diaper Ointment
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- Heloise 23 comments
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Here's a hint for handling "Boo Boo" for your little ones
Boo-Boo Hints: Use a red washcloth, which shows no blood, and tiny frozen fast-food condiment packages as ice packs, remove bandage, without an ouch, by covering first with baby or mineral oil.about 1 year ago
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- Heloise 22 comments
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I have a question for Moms. What is the one hint you would tell your sister if she was having her first baby?
about 1 year ago
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This Mama Loves
tell her the truth about breastfeeding. and then tell her to ask for the LC to come in while she's in the hospital- its free there, but not once you are discharged!!
about 1 year ago
kc
I would say that it is the best experience ever and don't stress out about the small stuff. Babies have been around a "long" time. :-)
about 1 year ago
Its unlikely that you are gonna mess it up. :-) Just trust your mom instincts!
ClumberKim
Absolutely right, Cooper!
about 1 year ago
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Crystal
To do what you feel is right, not what others are telling you to do.
about 1 year ago
Cooper
Let people help you - you do not have to do it all!
about 1 year ago
I also love the advice I got - "You can do it all - you just can't do it all at once and nor should you! You'll get everything done you want to get done - take your time and don't worry!"
Suzanne DS
Enjoy being a MOM. Having a child is a blessing. :)
about 1 year ago
juliepippert
Find a support group of moms with similarly aged babies.
about 1 year ago
1Chef
On clothing, etc, get the word out that you'll accept hand-me downs and/or go to consignment or yard sales in nice areas. They don't stay in one size very long
about 1 year ago
sandy
agree be confident...don't stress it we all learn as we go and there is no such thing as a perfect mother
about 1 year ago
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Sheryl Cuevas
Breastfeeding is hard at first but gets easier.... with time. You dont have to buy all the new baby equipment, gauge what you need and buy only that. Lastly, Trust your instincts!
about 1 year ago
Brandie
Enjoy every moment. Listen to your heart - not the world. And at least one person will criticize you no matter what you do, so just smile, nod, and ignore it all!
about 1 year ago
Anti-Supermom
I said it before, be confident. You will figure motherhood out!
about 1 year ago
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Jessica L
@ A Mom's Take - I totally agree. I never imaged that breastfeeding would be so hard. but eventually it became a breeze.
about 1 year ago
mmmyatt
listen to people's experience and advice but in the end, do what works for you, unapologetically and without guilt!
about 1 year ago
1Chef
Do your homework, visit and talk with other families and see what you really need in way on baby equipment. It's easy to over-do and get too much stuff that you actually don't need or use.
about 1 year ago
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DiaperDiaries
i was going to say to trust your instincts as well. People can give you all sorts of advice but learn to throw out what doesn't work for you and do what works for you best.
about 1 year ago
Also give yourself a TON of grace. It's ok to freak out and cry sometimes. It's ok to need a break. It's ok to ask for help. Don't be so hard on yourself.
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Rachael Coe
Be flexible. Only take advice from those you really trust and ignore all other comments. Don't be afraid to test things and come up with your own rules. :-)
about 1 year ago
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A Mom's Take
I would warn her about breastfeeding! No one told me it would be hard at first and I could have easily quit if I wasn't so sure I wanted to nurse. Once I got over the initial learning curve I have loved nursing, but boy I wasn't prepared for that!
about 1 year ago
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Jessica L
You can read all the books in the world but when D-day comes you and baby have to find your own rhythm.
about 1 year ago
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Cat Davis
I would tell her to buy a lot of infant gowns and skip the frilly clothes. Babies grow so fast and the gowns are so easy for diaper changes, which happen so frequently.
about 1 year ago
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Alison
MY future SIL is having her first baby! My hint to her is just go with the flow. Don't schedule your baby because usually they don't have schedules in the beginning and you may just cause yourself stress because the baby isn't sticking to it!
about 1 year ago
Emily
Such a great question!! My first piece of advice is to trust yourself. As the mother, your instincts are usually right!
about 1 year ago
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This Mama Loves
this is awesome! the red washcloth thing is great!!
about 1 year agojuliepippert
I had to tweet this out-- this is great!
about 1 year agoClumberKim
We do the red washcloths too.
about 1 year agoAubrie
also, don't freak out yourself... if you are calm and relaxed, it will help the child to relax too.
about 1 year agoAnti-Supermom
I said it before, be confident. You will figure motherhood out!
about 1 year agoFeatured Guest
Rachael Coe
Love the red washcloth idea!
about 1 year agoFeatured Guest
Crystal
Genious! Why didn't I think of this?!?
about 1 year agoSuzanne DS
@DiaperDiaries.. Yeah! they cal me MOMMY the Magical Doctor.. lol
about 1 year agoBrandie
We also have boo-boo bags filled with flax and some lavender. They can go in freezer or be heated in microwave. Perfect and with a nice scent that can be calming.
about 1 year agoOf course, you'd use this after the red washcloth (which is a GREAT idea!)
kc
Wow red washclothes!! I so need to find a deal on those. What a great idea!
about 1 year agoFeatured Guest
DiaperDiaries
Seriously Suzanne. mommy kisses cure all :)
about 1 year agoFeatured Guest
DiaperDiaries
I LOVE the red washcloth idea!!! We have an ice pack shaped like a bunny. My kids seem to tolerate "boo bunny" better than an ice pack.
about 1 year agoSuzanne DS
I mean.. WILL STOP THEM FROM CRYING.. lol
about 1 year agosandy
great idea
about 1 year agoSuzanne DS
In handling Boo boo. A kiss and hug.. won't make children stop crying :)
about 1 year ago1Chef
Red wash cloth - less traumatizing for the kiddo!
about 1 year agoErin O
Ingenious. Kids are so visual. And I never would have thought of tiny condiment package ice packs!
about 1 year agoFeatured Guest
Sheryl Cuevas
Never thought of those little packages!
about 1 year agommmyatt
now i have something to do with those condiment packs that drive me crazy in the refrigerator...
about 1 year agoSuzanne DS
Thanks so much Heloise!! :)
about 1 year agoKayla S
Fantastic! i love this!
about 1 year agoFeatured Guest
Alison
Oooh I love this!
about 1 year agoFeatured Guest
Cat Davis
Great tips! I never even thought to use condiment packages, which we always have around the house.
about 1 year ago