Kirsten Hawkins
Mommy & Baby: When Your Baby Cries by Kirsten Hawkins Babies cry. There’s no denying this fact; it’s the only form of communication they have! Deciphering which cry is which is the key, and understanding that not all crying is a bad thing is amazingly important as a parent. Reasons for crying include: Hunger Tiredness … Read more
Mommy & Baby: Teething & Weaning by Kirsten Hawkins These are two topics that strike fear in the hearts of all parents: what will happen when my baby starts teething? How will he respond when it’s time to wean him (from the breast)? Teething Teething is not a disease, but a condition of growth. It … Read more
Watch Out For Allergies With Baby Laundry! by Kirsten Hawkins So you’re having a baby. You think you’ve thought of everything, but at the same time you’re terrified that you’ve missed something. Here’s one thing you may or may not have thought of: laundry. Yes, you know that you will have more, but have … Read more
Mommy & Baby: Feeding by Kirsten Hawkins If you are a mom who intends to breastfeed her baby, start as soon as practical after the baby is born. Some of this will depend on the hospital’s procedures with newborns; there are hospitals which test a newborn, often returning him to you after several hours time … Read more
Mommy & Baby: Nursing Questions & Answers by Kirsten Hawkins Q. How often should I nurse a newborn infant? A. No fewer than 8 times per day, depending on how long he gives you at night. If he can go 4 hours, you’ll probably see two feedings in between 11:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. If … Read more
