The safety of children is a priority for all parents, especially for newbies who have just had a baby. It is important to know that as the baby grows, the risks change, so it is good to know what represents a risk for him and especially how to prevent accidents through the most appropriate security measures.
The newborn needs some special attention and security measures fundamental for its growth and development. In this sense, already in the hospital you will receive the first advice from the professionals that attend you. Do not hesitate to ask them all the doubts you have regarding food, the baby's sleep or changing diapers, among other questions you may have. However, it is practice and day to day that will allow you to gain confidence and experience. It is important to remember that most of the time the child will be in your arms. The correct position to do it is to keep the head always subject, since the small one still does not have the strength to maintain it by its own will. Most of her energy, the baby will invest in eating, moving and trying to capture the world around her. For the same reason, when you have it in your arms, avoid having other objects in your hand, especially hot drinks or tools that cut, because after 3 months and begin to move your hands from one side to another. In addition, safety is also necessary in everyday activities. In this way, you should be especially careful when dressing and undressing and know how to do it without putting your child in awkward positions. In the same way, when bathing, you have to keep in mind a series of indications, such as never leaving it alone or using a bathtub specifically designed for young children. You can complete your hygiene with an absorbent pear, for your nose and your ears. Remember that the use of cotton swabs is unconscionable. During the first months of life of the child, it is especially relevant to have these other precautions: Avoid all types of toxics in the home. Prevent the baby from running out of adult supervision. Never leave the baby on a surface where he can roll over and fall. Avoid leaving small or sharp objects within reach. For later when the child starts to crawl, use plug lockers. Also, consider the possibility of buying fences or obstacles to avoid passing to other areas of the home such as the kitchen, stairs if there are, etc. How can sudden death syndrome be avoided? Sudden infant death syndrome usually occurs in children under one year of age, and is particularly common between 2 and 4 months. It is a disorder that occurs suddenly and inexplicably, and therefore is very difficult to prevent. However, some basic measures can be taken to prevent it: The baby should always sleep on his back, on a firm mattress and a safe crib. Avoid pillows and quilted clothing. Remove from the area where the little one sleeps the stuffed animals or any other soft object with which he can suffocate. Make sure that the child's face is uncovered during sleep. Remove sources of intense heat from the place where the child sleeps. Do not smoke or allow smoking in the room where you sleep.
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