My New Born Baby Mackenzie is Losing Her Hair

It is normal for newborn's to loss their hair. I know it because I have seen my nieces and nephews before. May be for some first time moms like me, they will be scared or surprise when this happen to their baby but just so you know mommy's, it is normal so you have nothing to worry about.


These are the explanations why it happens to newborn's:

Newborn hair loss is perfectly normal and nothing to worry about. Babies often lose their hair during the first six months. This kind of hair loss is called telogen effluvium.

Here's why it happens: Hair has a growth stage and a resting stage. The growth stage lasts about three years, and the resting stage lasts about three months (although anywhere from one to six months is normal). During the resting stage, the hair remains in the follicle until the new hair starts coming in.

About 5 to 15 % of hair on the scalp is usually in the resting phase at any one time, but stress, fever, or a hormonal change can cause a large number of hairs to stop growing all at once. The shedding begins when the next growth stage starts up about three months later.

A newborn's hormone levels drop right after birth, which can cause her to lose the hair she was born with. (New moms often lose large amounts of hair for the same reason.)No wonder why I am losing lots of hair lately. It's new to me and I've never heard before.

Parents are sometimes surprised to discover that when a baby grows a new head of hair it's a completely different color and texture than what he was born with. Almost immediately after birth, though, it started falling out. The hair that replaced it is a beautiful color."

If you notice that your baby has bald patches, observe the way he sits and sleeps. If he always sleeps in the same position or tends to sit with the back of his head against a baby seat, he may lose hair in that area. He may also develop a bald spot if he rubs his head against his mattress.

Baby Mac On Bottle Feeding

I know that breast milk is the best food for my baby but I have no choice but to train her also with bottle feeding. Breast milk provides all the nourishment she require and builds immunities protecting my baby against developing certain infections to which she will be exposed and I really wish she can just have it. We even rented a breast pump so I won't need to give her formula but sometimes there's no milk coming out. I have only used it 4 times within 3 months period so just this week we stop renting it. At first I told my self that I will not give her formula as long as I can but lately I realized that I have to give her because I really think that I have no enough milk and one of the reason also is when we go grocery shopping or go somewhere and she's hungry, she cries and never stop until I will feed her. I tried many times to give her bottle but she won't take it. So this week, my main goal is to make her take the bottle and she's doing great. She can eat now like 8 ounces or more a day. During day time I just give her the formula and breast milk at night.

Anyway guys, I got new photos to share. These photos were taken on my father-in-law's 63rd birthday.

Baby Mac at 2 Months Old

My baby is now 3 months old but I want to share her 2 months old photo first since I have not shared also even on my other blog (Janeth Vicy's Life Journey). I'm gonna share some more photos of her this week from yesterday(grandpa's birthday).

By the way, I am glad that baby Mac did not have fever from her shots. Jeff and I were honestly worried. We don't wanna see her in pain.

Enjoy And Have A Relaxing Wonderful Weekend

If you are planning to have a weekend getaway with your kids. Here's 4 Trip Tips To Remember

• Read the fine print. Before you book, take a close look at which activities are part of the package (parasailing, waterskiing and excursions often aren't) and whether tips and beverages (including the alcoholic kind) are extra. We've all heard I'm Staaarrrving! at 10:00 pm. So always stay at resorts where food and beverage are available almost 24/7, which is nice because you don't have to think too much .
  
• Match the kids with the resort. The larger inclusive chains, like beaches and club Med, have ramped up the offerings for the youngest kids. You'll find baby food on the buffet line and a nanny who'll come to your room. Look for after dinner hangout like game rooms, to keep the kids happy.
• Research airfare. Though the airfare may be cheaper in a package, you may have to transfer several times and could get whacked with penalties if you make a change. Consider paying a bit more to book it yourself.
• Get to know the staff. Always sit at the same table at dinner and you'll probably get the same waiter. Befriend her or him. Why? Families tends to eat at the same time, so waiters will have lots of kids beside yours who needs extra napkins. The result: The more enjoyable meal for everybody.
  

Love Rules For Our Kids

Hugs, kisses, and cuddles can be a perfect cure-all. Studies show that affection may boost kids mood, health, and confidence.

Maximize the power of touch.

• Try Massage - Baby rubdowns help preemies gain weight faster and improve sleep quality.
• Be Random - Tell your child you love her during dinner. riding in the car, or after she makes you laugh.
• Discipline Affectionately - Touch your kids even when they're acting naughty. If one sibling whacks another, for example, get down to his level, hold his hand or rub his back, and say, "We don't hit. Hitting hurts!"
• Get Creative - If your child just isn't a cuddler, you can still connect in smaller ways: Ruffle his hair, rough-house with him (Yes, this counts!), dance together, or exchange winks.
• Respect Her Limits - Try not to smother your child if she's annoyed by it, and don't force her to kiss or hug anyone she doesn't want to. You also need not to stress about being a super affectionate mom all the time to make sure your child feels loved. She does!
  

Baby Mac Got 3 Vaccines Today

Baby Mac is ready for shots. No idea it is very painful

Now she's ready to go home. Tired from crying..Poor baby

Vaccines are an important part of every child's health care regimen, and one of the best ways to keep our child healthy is to get those immunizations on time. Today we went to Mackenzie's pediatrician and she got her vaccines, the DTaP or Diphtheria, Tetanus and Pertussis, the Hib or Haemophilus Influenzae Type B and the PCV or Pneumococcal Conjugate. She already got the Hepa Vaccines at birth. So first thing were done to her when we arrived at the clinic were getting her height, weight and the size of her head. She is now 24 inches long, her weight is 11lbs 9 oz and her head size is just perfect.

Mackenzie were very good girl at the clinic until she got her shots. She was crying so hard because of the pain and it hurts to see her cry like that. It breaks mine and Jeff's heart. If we could just have the shots for her not to have pain but we can't. She might have fever for a 10% chance so I am checking her temperature every now and then. She is doing great right now and had given her warm compress on the spots where the shots are.

Medicines We Shouldn't Give Our Baby

Babies are much more likely than adults to have adverse drug reactions, so giving your child prescription or over-the-counter (OTC) medication – even "herbal" medicines – is serious business. (Note: Until your baby is 6 months old, consult a doctor before giving her any medication at all, other than a carefully measured baby dose of acetaminophen once she's at least 3 months old.)


Aspirin
Never give your baby aspirin or any medication containing aspirin. Aspirin can make a child susceptible to Reye's syndrome — a rare but potentially fatal illness. Don't assume that the children's medicines found in drugstores will be aspirin-free. Aspirin is sometimes referred to as "salicylate" or "acetylsalicylic acid." Read labels carefully, and ask your doctor or pharmacist if you're not sure whether a product is aspirin-free.For fever and other discomfort, ask your doctor about giving your baby acetaminophen or ibuprofen.


Over-the-counter cough and cold medicines
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) advises against giving OTC cough and cold medicines to babies. Studies show that they don't actually help to soothe symptoms of kids this age. And they can be harmful, especially when a child mistakenly gets more than the recommended dose. In addition to side effects like drowsiness or sleeplessness, upset stomach, and a rash or hives, a child can suffer serious effects such as rapid heart rate, convulsions, and even death. Every year, 7,000 children under the age of 11 are treated in U.S. emergency rooms after taking too much cough or cold medication. If your baby's miserable with a cold, you may want to try a humidifier or other home remedies.

Anti-nausea medications
Don't give your baby an anti-nausea medication (prescription or OTC) unless her doctor specifically recommends it. Most bouts of vomiting are pretty short-lived, and babies and children usually handle them just fine without any medication. In addition, anti-nausea medications have risks and possible complications. (If your baby is vomiting and begins to get dehydrated, contact her doctor for advice on what to do.)


Adult medications
Giving your baby a smaller dose of medicine meant for an adult is dangerous. If the label doesn't indicate an appropriate dose for a baby her size, don't give that medication to your baby.


Any medication prescribed for someone else or for another condition
Prescription drugs intended for other people (like a sibling) or to treat other illnesses may be ineffective or even dangerous when given to your baby. Give her only medicine prescribed for her and her specific condition.


Anything expired
Toss out medicines, prescription and OTC alike, as soon as they expire. Also get rid of discolored or crumbly medicines — basically anything that doesn't look the way it did when you first bought it. After the use-by date, medications may no longer be effective and can even be harmful. Don't flush old drugs down the toilet, as they can contaminate groundwater and end up in the drinking water supply. See what our expert says about how to safely dispose of expired medication.


Extra acetaminophen
Some medicines contain acetaminophen to help ease fever and pain, so be careful not to give your baby an additional separate dose of acetaminophen. If you're not sure what's in a particular medicine, don't give her acetaminophen or ibuprofen until you've first gotten the okay from your doctor or pharmacist.


Chewables
Chewable tablets are a choking hazard for babies. If your baby's eating solids and you want to use a chewable tablet, crush it first, then put it in a spoonful of soft food, like yogurt or applesauce. (Of course, you'll have to make sure your baby eats the entire spoonful to get the complete dose.)


Chinese herb ma huang (ephedra or ephedrine)
Never take or give your child the Chinese herb ma huang, also known as ephedra or ephedrine. In adults this herbal decongestant has been linked to high blood pressure, irregular heartbeat, seizures, heart attack, and strokes.Check with your doctor or an alternative medicine practitioner before giving your child any herbal products. And always let the doctor know about any herbal remedies your child is taking before she prescribes a medication.Many herbal remedies are gentle and safe, but just because something is natural, or derived from a plant, doesn't mean it's safe for your child. Herbal products can cause allergic reactions, liver damage, and high blood pressure. In certain doses or when combined with the wrong medications, they can be fatal.

The Day Our Angel Arrived

I was on labor in this picture. Trying to smile but the pain is indescribable. I think I was 9cm dilated this time and having bad painful contraction. Very excited mommy and daddy.


It was 4:30 in the morning, October 23rd of 2009 when our baby angel was ready to see the world. Finally after almost 9 months of having her in my tummy she was ready to come out to be with her mom and dad. Since it is my first baby, I didn't know that time that it was time to deliver her. I felt light cramps in my lower abdomen. I had a feeling that it was time but Jeff and I were not really sure and we didn't want to go to the hospital coz it might be a false labor. But few hours later the pain/cramps were getting strong and still we weren't sure. I called my sister from the Philippines and asked her. She told me to go to the hospital right away because I'm in labor. Of course she knows how it feels coz she have 3 kids. Jeff asked me to call her coz surely we will be experiencing the same. At 9:00am we went to the hospital and it was funny coz we told the nurses that we will just go home if it's false alarm but I was already 4cm dilated when the nurse checked. After less than 10 minutes the bag of water broke. Then in an hour it was 7cm to 9cm until at 2:00pm I was fully dilated. Baby came out at 2:14pm. And there she is when she was born, 6lbs 12oz.

Babies Are Angels

Who would not think they are angels? Babies are gift from God. All of us were babies before and it is very amazing how babies being made. It started from love of both parents and all of a sudden there is life created. Isn't it unbelievable how a sperm and an egg cell met and produces baby? Then it becomes a fetus and months later the baby is born. That's how I think of babies and I have a 2 months old little angel baby girl. I consider her as my treasure forever and I am very proud of having her. I just want to shout to the whole world how wonderful it is to be a mom.