Information for new parents in Peoria County, Illinois.
Prenatal and Newborn Education INFORMATION ABOUT YOMINGO
Family Connects now offers anytime, anywhere parent education powered by YoMingo®, an education program designed to give you convenient access to valuable information. It includes the tools and support you need at every stage. This education application gives you access to: Evidence-based information on prenatal care, labor & birth, postpartum, breastfeeding, and newborn care including lots of videos List of available classes and support groups Kick counter, contraction timer, personal journal, feeding log, immunization log, and other tools
This education powered by YoMingo is available on any device with an internet connection and also as a mobile app called YoMingo.
Sign Up for the Family Connects Pregnancy & Newborn Education 3 Easy Steps Step 1: Register YoMingo is available on any device with an Internet connection. Register for the program: https://bit.ly/familyconnectspeoria After you have registered, you will receive an email from noreply@yomingo.com . Step 2: Check your email Check your email for your login credentials! Your confirmation email will NOT come from a Family Connects email address. If you don’t see the YoMingo confirmation email in your inbox, please check your spam/junk folder. Once you have registered, you can also download the mobile app version by searching your app store for “YoMingo” which is available in iTunes and Google Play app stores.
Step 3: Download the YoMingo App or visit the website at https://app.yomingo.com/ Sign in using the username/password from the email.
If you have questions about this educational resource, please email familyconnects@chail.org or call 309-687-7433.
FREE PARENT & BABY SOCIALS
For New and Expecting Parents & Babies Presented by Family Connects in partnership with Peoria PlayHouse Children’s Museum
Every Wednesday
9:30-11:30am at the Peoria PlayHouse Children's Museum in Glen Oak Park
Free admission for parents and babies! Coffee and snacks will be provided.
Meet other parents and gain support to help you excel as a new parent.
For more information: Email: familyconnects@chail.org Call or text 309-253-4502
This project is supported by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the United States Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) under Grant Number X10MC33578 and Grant Number X10MC39684 and Grant Number X10MC43579 in the total award amounts of $8,257,262 and $8,473,513, respectively, for the Maternal, Infant and Early Childhood Home Visiting Program, and 0% financed with nongovernmental sources. This information or content and conclusions are those of the author and should not be construed as the official position or policy of, nor should any endorsements be inferred by HRSA, HHS or the United States Government.
Lactation Support Group The Nourishing Nook
INFORMATION ABOUT THE GROUP
Who: This group is for any parent with an infant under 12 months. Where: Community Services Building 311 W. John H Gwynn Jr Ave. Peoria, IL When: Fridays, 10 AM - 12 PM (except on holidays) What to expect: Basic breastfeeding support Weight checks Community connections Peer support for new parents Drop-in or stay for conversations
This group is facilitated by lactation specialists associated with the Family Connects and Good Beginnings programs.
QUESTIONS?
CALL OR EMAIL BRANDIS, BSN, RNC-OB, C-EFM, IBCLC FAMILYCONNECTS@CHAIL.ORG | 309-210-1640
Find out more here: https://chail.org/programs/prevention/
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Self-Care After Delivery
Giving birth and bringing a baby home is an exciting time, but also an overwhelming time. You are experiencing changes in every aspect of your life: your body has changed, your emotions are changing, relationships with your partner and peers have changed, how you identify yourself may change, how you manage your work life has changed, and perhaps how you view your future has changed. It is not uncommon to experience a period of grief during this transition, allow yourself time and compassion to adjust.
Let go of your expectations
• There is not one single way you should be feeling at this time. You may experience many different emotions, including happiness or sadness. • Your experience of taking care of your baby or breastfeeding may not be what you imagined. Reach out to your parenting or infant experts to get help! • You do not need to “appear to have it all together”. Nobody is expecting you to have a perfectly clean house or to leave the house with matching socks! • Remind yourself that this is a transitional period and it will take time to adjust to your new normal.
Take care of your body
• SLEEP, SLEEP, SLEEP! Getting enough rest can be a game changer both for your body’s healing process and for your mood. Talk with yo ur partner or support people about ways you can get a 4-hour stretch of uninterrupted sleep. Embrace the advice to sleep when your baby sleeps. • If formula feeding: have someone give your baby a bottle to allow for some protected time for you to sleep • If breastfeeding: pump and store additional milk so someone can feed your baby while you sleep. If you are working to increase your milk supply, take the pump with you and wake up and pump and leave the expressed milk at the bedside and go back to sleep. • Make time to eat healthy foods high in protein and fiber and drink plenty of water. Have local support people set up a meal train or get food delivered to your home. • Get outside for some low-key exercise. Walking is a great way to take a break, get out of the house and move your body. If you are unable to walk, sit outside each day to get a breath of fresh air and some sunshine on your face.
Connect with people that will provide support and encouragement
• Gather your village around you! Engage with people that will be able to listen and respond to your needs. Remember, when people come over you are not responsible for entertaining them. They are there to help you - let them! • Consider making a list of things friends & family can do to help you while they are visiting. • Be intentional about spending some time with your partner. • Connect with parenting support groups, breastfeeding support groups, church groups, on-line groups or any other communities that can relate to your experience and provide support. • Reach out to medical providers, lactation consultants, mental health providers if you need some questions answered or some additional support. No one expects you to do this on your own!
Take in your new life day by day. Be kind to yourself!
Reference: https://www.kindredbravely.com/blogs/bravely/self-care-tips-new-moms https://www.stanfordchildrens.org/en/topic/default?id=the-new-mother-taking-care-of-yourself-after-birth-90-P02693 https://www.postpartum.net/learn-more/frequently-asked-questions/#toggle-id-11
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Perinatal Mental Health
Not Impacted
Baby Blues
Postpartum Depression
Postpartum Anxiety
Tears of joy or frustration on occasion
Random tears (even for a toilet paper ad) that came out of nowhere.
Tearfulness that may or may not have a direct cause. Sleep is interrupted in one of two ways: difficulty rousing oneself (consistently) or not able to fall and stay asleep. Your mind feels full, and it can be hard to express yourself. You might feel forgetful or distracted. Carrying on conversations can be difficult. You feel too sad or angry to worry. The changes in your life are completely overwhelming & you are having difficulty adjusting to them. Bonding with your baby is hard as you feel detached from your baby and attending its needs .
Tears around thoughts that may be scary. Difficulties falling and staying asleep. Not able to sleep due to racing thoughts.
Sleep deprived, but able to take naps during the day. No
Learning to sleep when the baby
sleeps. Getting used to sleep/wake cycle that isn’t what one is used to. Your mind feels a little foggy & it might be hard to focus.
issues falling or staying asleep.
Your mind might feel clumsy at times and forgetful, but you are able to carry on a conversation (unless baby interrupts) You seldom worry about things that are new for you.
Your mind is racing & it is hard to slow it down.
You worry constantly and some of your worries might scare you. You are afraid to tell others about all your worries, though you might share some. The changes in your life cause you perpetual worry as you struggle to make sense of them. Bonding with your baby is something that you are thinking a lot about: Are you doing it
You worry a little, & sometimes check in with others, & sometimes keep it to yourself. The changes in your life are temporarily overwhelming, but you can adjust with a little practice. Bonding with your baby is initially awkward, but with practice, you can adjust. After a few weeks, you are getting the hang of things & start to feel more like yourself.
The changes in your life are exciting and
make you look forward to the future.
Bonding with your baby is not something that you spend time think about, as you do so by caring for you baby. After a few weeks, you relish in your new routine as your “new normal”
right? Is your baby attached enough?
After a few weeks, you feel as bad, if not worse.
After a few weeks, the worrying persists.
20 WAYS TO BE A GOOD DAD
1.
Protect and guide your children
2.
Provide a safe and caring home
3.
Hug them
4.
Praise them
5.
Discipline them
6.
Provide rules and love
7.
Teach them right from wrong
8.
Play with them
9.
Eat meals with them
10. Keep your promises
11. Set a good example
12. Read to them
13. Let them help you
14. Talk to them
15. Listen to them
16. Take them places like the playground or zoo
17. Make time for them
18. Meet your children’s special needs
19. Love them no matter what
20. Respect their mother
It is hard work to raise kids, but they need you! Dads are such an important part of a child’s life. Dads have a profound effect on their children from birth on.
choose the birth control best for me
In Illinois, anyone 12+ can get birth control and STI testing on their own. Ask your provider to help you find the method that's right for you.
Hormonal Methods
Thickens cervical mucus and/OR prevents ovulation
PROGESTIN IUD
PILL
PATCH 91% effective
RING
SHOT
IMPLANT 99+% effective Last 5 years, can remove sooner
91% effective
91% effective
94% effective
99% effective
Weekly for 3 weeks. No patch on the 4th week Apply on the back, butt, belly. Rx required.
At the same time daily Take daily by mouth, Rx required* Combined (estrogen + progestin) or progestin Reduced PMS, cramps, bleeding & acne. Lowers risk of repro cancers.
Every three months Injection into arm, butt, belly usually by a provider.
Lasts 3-8 years, can remove sooner
Wear three weeks, remove 4th week
Frequency
Insert anywhere in the vagina (like a tampon), Rx required.
Inserted under skin in upper arm by provider.
Inserted into uterus via the cervix by a provider.
Use
Estrogen + progestin
Estrogen + progestin
Progestin
Progestin
Progestin
Hormones
Monthly and yearly rings. Can remove with sex but < 2 hours daily. Nausea, breast soreness early on, store in fridge if >3 months. Reduced PMS, cramps, bleeding & acne. Lowers risk of repro cancers.
Reduced or no bleeding after several months.
Hormones secreted through sticky band- aid, may irritate skin. Nausea, breast soreness early on. One color- beige. Reduced PMS, cramps, bleeding & acne. Lowers risk of repro cancers.
Reduced or no bleeding after several months.
Effective as EC within 5 days of unprotected sex. Unpredictable bleeding, early on. Insertion may cause heavy cramps Treatment for heavy, painful bleeding. Reduced or no bleeding after several months.
THE PROS
May change appetite. Irregular bleeding and spotting early on.
Unpredictable spotting more common, mild pain with insertion.
Nausea, breast soreness early on.
the cons
Longer time to return to baseline fertility.
*Progestin only pills, Opills available OTC in 2024
Not visible to others but you can feel it.
other info
Non-Hormonal Methods
EXTERNAL OR INTERNAL CONDOMS 79%-85% effective Every time you have sex Rolled onto an erect penis or insert into the vagina ONLY method that prevents HIV/STIs . Pair w/another method for dual protection. Requires careful removal after each use. Add lube to avoid tears.
prevents sperm from swimming to an egg
FERTILITY AWARENESS
DIAPHRAGM, CAP, SPONGE
COPPER IUD 99+% effective
VAGINAL GEL SUPPOSITORY
WITHDRAWAL
76-88% effective
71-88% effective
93% effective
78% effective
Inserted into vagina to cover the cervix Every time you have sex, during and for a few hours after Must be used with spermicide foam or gel which may irritate the vagina. Doesn't affect your cycles and can be used for many years without replacing.
Daily tracking of temperature, vaginal mucus, and periods Doesn't affect your cycles. Good for tracking ovulation if trying to get pregnant. Must have regular cycles. No sex (or use a condom) during most fertile days. Daily via tracking app or calendar
Lasts 12 years, can remove sooner
Every time you have sex
Every time you have sex
Frequency
Require insertion of gel with each ejaculation. May have mild burn/itch with initial use. Immediate effectiveness only when you need it. Serves as a lubricant. Pair w/another method for back up Insert gel intravaginally immediately or up to 1 hour before each act of sex
Remove penis before ejaculating Doesn't affect your cycles. Available anytime with cooperative partner. Requires control to ejaculate outside of, away from vagina
Inserted into uterus via cervix by a provider Doesn't affect your cycles, lowers risk of repro cancers. Effective as EC within 5 days. May increase cramps and bleeding. Effective as EC within 5 days of unprotected sex.
Use
THE PROS
the cons
Emergency Contraception (EC) Two types: 1) Plan B (comes in many names) is available without Rx for any age. 2) Ella requires Rx and is best if >155 lbs. May cause nausea & irregular period. Take ASAP within 5 days after unprotected sex. THE MORNING AFTER PILL
Permanent Methods VASECTOMY: 99+% EFFECTIVE
Non-scalpel procedure done at a clinic to cut the vas deferens, no sutures needed. Normal non-sperm ejaculations several months after procedure. Requires local numbing medicine and up to 2 days for recovery.
THE IUD
TUBAL LIGATION: 99+% EFFECTIVE
Copper or progestin IUDs are more effective than EC pills. Insertion should be ASAP within five days of unprotected sex. Provides birth control for 8- 12 years after use as EC.
Surgical procedure via belly button w/2 small incisions, done at a hospital to cut or remove fallopian tubes. Requires anesthesia and up to 2 weeks for recovery.
Fertility Awareness
What is Fertility Awareness? Fertility Awareness allows you to prevent pregnancy without using any drugs or devices. Natural Family Planning (NFP) is another name for Fertility Awareness. What makes Fertility Awareness unique? Fertility awareness differs from other types of birth control. Birth control prevents sperm from meeting eggs. Most birth control must be used each time you have sex. Fertility awareness tells you when you are most likely to become pregnant. These are your fertile days. Fertility awareness requires you to avoid vaginal sex on your fertile days. Things to Know Fertility awareness does NOT require you to use pills or condoms or to have devices in your body. Fertility awareness is a safe method of birth control. Fertility awareness is acceptable to some religions that oppose birth control. Fertility awareness does NOT protect against HIV and other sexually transmitted infections (STI). You cannot have vaginal sex on fertile days. Fertility awareness methods do not work if you do not have regular periods. Infections and some medications can cause changes in vaginal mucus, making some fertility awareness methods harder to use. Unprotected anal, oral, and vaginal sex may raise your chances of getting HIV or other STIs. Withdrawal and avoiding vaginal sex can be used as backup methods during your fertile days. Important Terms Period – the days of your menstrual cycle when you have vaginal bleeding. Menstrual Cycle – the length of time between the start of one period and the next. You ovulate (release an egg) in the middle of your menstrual cycle. You are most fertile on the days around ovulation. This is when you are most likely to become pregnant. Vaginal Sex – Vaginal intercourse (the penis in the vagina) can lead to pregnancy. Kissing, touching, anal sex, and oral sex do not cause pregnancy. Fertile Days – the days when you are most likely to get pregnant. To avoid pregnancy, you should not have vaginal sex on your fertile days. The number of days depends on the method used.
How Well It Works*
Method
What You Do
Fertile Days
Things to Know
Basal Body Temperature (BBT) Method
80% You take your
From the day your temperature drops until 3 days after it rises
Low cost You must buy a basal body temperature thermometer. You must take your temperature each day. You can’t have vaginal sex on your fertile days. Fertility awareness methods do not work if you do not have regular periods.
temperature each morning before getting out of bed. Your temperature will rise by about 1/2 a degree when you ovulate.
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Reproductive Health Access Project / July 2021
www.reproductiveaccess.org
How Well It Works
What You Do
Fertile Days
Things to Know
Method
Cervical Mucus Method
66-89% The mucus in your
Your fertile days start when the mucus becomes watery and slippery.
Low cost No supplies to buy Smartphone app can help. You must check the mucus in your vagina each day. You can’t have vaginal sex on your fertile days. Fertility awareness methods do not work if you do not have regular periods. Low cost You must take your temperature and check mucus each day. You can’t have vaginal sex on your fertile days. You must buy a basal body temperature thermometer. Fertility awareness methods do not work if you do not have regular periods. Low cost No supplies to buy Smartphone apps can help It works best when you have tracked at least 6 menstrual cycles. You can’t have vaginal sex on your fertile days. Fertility awareness methods do not work if you do not have regular periods. Smartphone app can help. You must buy a basal body temperature thermometer. Urine hormone tests cost a lot. You must take your temperature in the morning at least 5 days/ week. You can’t have vaginal sex on your fertile days. Fertility awareness methods do not work if you do not have regular periods. Can help conceive or prevent pregnancy. You must buy urine hormone tests. Fertility awareness methods do not work if you do not have regular periods.
vagina changes during your fertile days. Most days, it’s thick and sticky. It becomes watery and slippery when you ovulate.
Sympto- thermal Method
87-98% Combination of BBT and Mucus methods
First signs of fertility to 3rd day after the
increase in body temperature or 4th day after the change in mucus, whichever comes second. First day = shortest cycle length minus 18 Last day= longest cycle length minus 11
Calendar (Rhythm) Method
86-89% You track your mestrual cycle to predict your Fertile Days.
BBT plus (Smartphone apps)
90% Track your cycle and take your temperature at least 5 mornings each week. Use an app to predict fertile days. Some people add urine hormone tests.
The app predicts your fertile days.
Urine hormone
74-98% Track your cycle and do urine hormone tests.
Hormone tests predict your fertile days.
*Typical Use
Reproductive Health Access Project / July 2021
www.reproductiveaccess.org
Free Car Seat Checks
Children’s Home is an OSF partner, certified to provide free car seat checks. Get yours done by appointment or at our monthly event.
How to schedule an appointment:
There are TWO ways to get into a car seat check and to get a free or reduce car seat: Option 1: Call our Safety Line (1-877-277-6543) and leave a voicemail. You will receive a call back to schedule the check. (English only). Option 2: Contact groups@chail.org or call 309-214-6675 and schedule a time. (English and Spanish).
JOIN US MONTHLY:
When: 2 Tuesday of the month nd Time: 1:00pm-3:00pm Address: Monroe Firehouse 505 NE Monroe St Peoria, IL
What can you expect: INSTALLATION
FREE OF CHARGE All services are FREE to the client. Education on best practices regarding car seat safety. CAR SEAT EDUCATION
Verify that your seat is installed correctly into your vehicle.
CERTIFIED CAR SEAT TECHNICIANS All checks are made by NHTSA certified techs.
This project is supported by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the United States Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) under Grant Number Xl 0MC43579 and Grant Number Xl 046863 in the total award amounts of $8,473,513 and $8,049,837, respectively, for the Maternal, Infant and Early Childhood Home Visiting Program, and 0% financed with nongovernmental sources. This information or content and conclusions are those of the author and should not be construed as the official position or policy of, nor should any endorsements be inferred by HRSA, HHS or the United States Government.
Information on marijuana use during pregnancy, breastfeeding, and while caring for children. Marijuana and Your Baby
Know the Facts about Marijuana for Pregnant and Nursing Moms: Why wait to use? See below why the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists and the American Academy of Pediatrics recommend that you pause on using marijuana if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Key Facts for New Parents
Breastfeeding
THC
Pregnancy
“Pumping and dumping” does not work with marijuana . It can stay in your breast milk for 6 or more days.
THC is stored in fat, which is an important building block for babies’ brains and bodies.
The THC you consume can reach your baby and affect their brain development and birth weight.
Marijuana and Breastfeeding
Breastfeeding has many health benefits for you and your baby. Your breast milk should be as safe as possible for the health of your baby. Unlike alcohol, “pumping and dumping” your breast milk after marijuana use will not work. THC is stored in body fat, including the fat in breast milk. Marijuana use during breastfeeding may cause problems with milk production and a decrease in your baby’s sucking reflex. How much and how long the different chemical from marijuana stay in your body is different for each person. The strength of the marijuana product, the amount you use, how often you use it and your own body’s metabolism make the difference. Marijuana amounts in your breast milk can be higher than that in your blood.
Call or email us to learn more:
309.687.7433
familyconnects@chail.org
Parenting Safely
Being high or buzzed while caring for a baby is not safe. Do not let anyone who is high take care of your baby. Some marijuana can make people very sleepy when they are high. It is not safe to sleep with your baby while you are high. After having a baby, you may be tired and using marijuana may lower your awareness. If something were to happen to your baby, you may have a difficult time responding appropriately. It is not safe to drive a car while high. Do not let your baby ride in a car if the driver is high. Second-hand smoke, either tobacco or marijuana, is not safe. Do not allow anyone to smoke in your home or around your baby. Being legal does not mean that marijuana is safe for pregnant or breastfeeding women and their babies. Talk with your doctor if you are thinking about becoming pregnant, are pregnant , or breastfeeding and need help to stop using marijuana. If you are using marijuana to treat a medical issue (nausea, anxiety, depression, sleep problems, etc.) please talk with your prenatal health care provider about the use of other treatments for medical issues during pregnancy and while breastfeeding.
Child Safety
Even small amounts of marijuana can make children very sick. Store all marijuana products in a locked area that your children cannot see or reach. If you grow marijuana, it should be locked in a way that children cannot get to it.
Alternatives to Help You Pause Use
Relaxation Techniques
There are ways to put your needs first while pausing marijuana. Explore how to face any challenge motherhood throws your way .
1. Go for a walk to clear your mind. 2. Do something for yourself every day. 3. Read or listen to your favorite podcast. 4. Unwind in a warm bath or shower. 5. Practices deep breathing exercises. Mental Health & Wellness 1. Prioritize your rest and sleep. 2. Stay connected to friends and family. 3. Use positive self-talk to be kind to yourself. 4. Join a prenatal or postpartum support group. 5. Talk to a health care provider for help.
Physical Pain Relief
1. Use cold compresses for headaches. 2. Stay hydrated for nausea. 3. Eat dry snacks for morning sickness. 4. Use warm compresses for tense muscles. 5. Try pregnancy pillows for back pain.
RESOURCES
Trillium Place: Pregnancy and P ostpartum Substance Use Program 1-309-589-1018 Providing family-oriented outpatient recovery support services. You don’t have to do it alone. Heart of Illinois 2-1-1 Call 211 to help you connect with services and resources to meet your basic needs.
Poison Control: 1-800-222-1222 If your child consumes marijuana by accident, call the poison control hotline as soon as possible. If symptoms are significant, call 911 or go to the emergency room right away.
References Bertrand, K.A., Hanan, N.J., Honerkamp-Smith, G., Best, B.M., & Chambers, C.D. (2018). Marijuana use by breastfeeding mothers and cannabinoid concentrations in breast milk. Pediatrics 142(3). Drugs and Lactation Database (LactMed) [Internet]. Bethesda (MD): National Library of Medicine (US); 2006-. Cannabis. [Updated 2020 July 20]. Available from http://ncbi.nim.nih.gov/books/NBK501587/ Ryan, S.A., Ammerman, S.D., & O’Connor, M.E. (2018). Marijuana use during pregnancy and breastfeeding: implications for neonatal and childhood outcomes. Pediatrics, 142(3). Retrieved from 1. https://pediatrics.aappublications.org/content/142/3/e20181889 Gunn, J.K., Rosales, C.B., Center, K.E., Nunez, A., Gibson, S.J., Christ, C., & Ehirt, J.E. (2016). Prenatal exposure to cannabis and maternal and child health outcomes: a systemic review and meta-analysis. BMJ open. 6(4). e009986. https://doi.org/10.1136/bmjopen-2015-009986 Connor, S.N., Bedell, V., Lipsey, K., Macones, G.A., Cahill, A.G., & Tuuli, M.G. (2016). Maternal Marijuana Use and Adverse Neonatal Outcomes Let's Talk Cannabis Illinois https://prevention.org/lets-talk-cannabis A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Obstetrics and Gynecology. 128(4). 713-723. https://doi.org/10.1097/AOG.0000000000001649
Sleeping with Your Baby Understanding the Risks
Some parents sleep with their babies purposely, and some may fall asleep with their babies accidentally. There are a number of reasons why parents might do this. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) states that sleeping with your baby is not recommended. However, certain situations make sleeping with your baby even more dangerous and could lead to death. You should not sleep with your baby if...
Was born more than 3 weeks early, or weighed less than 5lbs 8oz at birth
Was around tobacco smoke or vape during pregnancy
Is less than 4 months old
<4 MONTHS
Your Baby...
Consumed alcohol, medicines, or drugs that make it harder to wake up, or is overly tired.
Uses tobacco (smoke or vape)
Is not the baby’s parent
The Person Sleeping with Baby...
Has pillows, blankets, a pillow to prop up a baby, nursing pillow, or a very soft mattress
Includes other adults, children, and/or pets in the bed
Is a couch, recliner, or chair
The Sleep Space...
If you said yes to any of these, it is strongly recommended that you stop sleeping with your baby.
Turn over for ideas about how to sleep safer.
Talk to your healthcare provider for more information and visit SafeSleepNC.org
Tips for Creating a Safer Sleep Plan It is normal for babies to wake often at night, but it can be challenging. Have a plan to make sleep safer when caring for your baby. Share your room with baby, not your bed. Keep baby in your room close to your bed, but on a separate sleep surface designed for infants*. This will make it easier for you to feed, comfort, and watch your baby at night. Keep baby safer during night-time care and feeding. If you bring baby into your bed for feeding, remove all soft items and bedding from the area. Put baby back in their own sleep space when finished. Bringing your baby into bed for nighttime feeding is recommended over a recliner, chair, or couch because of the increased risk of suffocation. If you fall asleep while feeding or caring for your baby in your bed, place him or her back in the separate sleep area as soon as you wake up. Consider setting a timer on your phone to wake you in case you fall asleep. Couches and armchairs can be very dangerous for baby. Be mindful of how tired you are, and avoid couches and armchairs for feeding or caring for baby if you think you might fall asleep. Ask someone to stay with you while you’re feeding or caring for baby to keep you awake or to place the baby into a safe sleep area if you fall asleep. Or consider taking turns. This means that one caregiver cares for the baby, while the other gets time to sleep.
Remember! ALL Babies Should Sleep:
What are your thoughts about these tips?
on their back
in a smoke/vape free space
What help do you need to make sleep safer for your baby?
with NO blankets, pillows (including nursing pillows), or other extra items near them
on a firm, flat surface
*A crib, bassinet, portable crib, or play yard that follows the safety standards of the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is recommended. For information on crib safety, contact the CPSC at 1-800-638-2772 or https://cpsc.gov/safesleep
Safe Sleep Can be Hard. Your Baby is Worth It.
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Understanding Your Baby’s Crying
The Period of PURPLE Crying explains normal newborn crying.
Here is what to expect:
P eak
Your baby will cry the most the first couple months of life
U nexpected
The crying may come and go and you may not know why
R esists soothing
Your baby may keep crying no matter what you do
P ain
Your baby may seem to be in pain, even when they are not
L ong-lasting
Crying may last 5 hours a day or more
E vening
Your baby may cry the most in the late afternoon or evening
Period means your baby’s crying has a beginning and an end.
After 2 months, your baby would begin crying less each week.
Do all babies cry?
• Yes, healthy babies can cry a lot their first 5 months of life.
How can I sooth my baby?
• Hold your baby close to you with skin-to-skin contact • Rock and sing to your baby • Give your baby a warm bath • Take your baby outside for a walk • Avoid over stimulating (dim lights, quiet away from lots of people or loud noises) • Try gentle movements (like rocking, a car ride) • Run white noise (vacuum cleaner, running water, fan, shooshing) • Check to see if your baby is hungry, tired, or needs changing
Does soothing always work?
• No soothing won’t always stop your baby’s crying.
If you are feeling frustrated:
• Put your baby in a safe place and step away. • Take a few minutes to calm down then go back and check on your baby. • Reach out to a trusted family member or friend for support. • No matter how frustrated you get, NEVER shake your baby.
What can I do?
• Check with your doctor if you are worried there is something wrong that is causing your baby to cry. • Go to www.purplecrying.info for more information on crying.
All babies cry … sometimes a lot! But it is normal. Getting frustrated is normal too — but no matter what, NEVER SHAKE A BABY.
Shaking a baby can lead to blindness, seizures, learning disabilities, or death.
Visit www.dontshake.org to get tips and strategies to keep your baby safe.
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Formula Feeding Your Baby
What to Expect
• At 3 weeks your baby is still eating frequently, typically taking 2-3 ounce bottles 8 or more times a day, or every 2-4 hours.
• Bottle feeding makes it easier to overfeed your baby. Use the appropriate nipple size; at 3 weeks of age a baby will usually take a size 0 nipple (slow flow nipple) or a size 1 nipple.
• Practice paced bottle feeding (see video) if your baby is gulping formula and don’t force baby to finish a bottle if they indicate they are satisfied.
• Overfeeding can result in more frequent spitting up, gassiness, and fussiness.
• After preparing a bottle: o contents may be stored in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours o use within 2 hours if left at room temp o use within 1 hour of start of feeding, discard the leftover formula (bacteria has been introduced when baby sucks on bottle) o Do not reheat • Never use a microwave to heat formula/breastmilk, as this causes hot spots which may burn the infant’s mouth. Instead, place the bottle in warm water. Test temperature before feeding.
Looking Ahead
• As your baby grows, his or her belly grows too. Your baby will be able to drink larger volumes of formula or expressed breastmilk as they get bigger and the time between feedings will get longer.
• Remember-every baby is different, and each feeding amount might look different.
• Solid foods should be started at about 6 months of age.
• Most babies will double their birth weight by 5 months of age and triple their birth weight by their first birthday.
Average Feeding Volumes
Birth to 2 months 2 to 4 months 4 to 6 months 6 to 12 months
2 to 3 ounces 4 to 5 ounces 4 to 6 ounces 7 to 8 ounces
Scan to watch a paced bottle feeding demonstration
Reference: https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/baby/feeding-nutrition/Pages/How-Often-and-How-Much-Should-Your-Baby-Eat.aspx
https://www.cdc.gov/nutrition/infantandtoddlernutrition/formula-feeding/infant-formula-preparation-and-storage.html
Accessible link: https://www.cdc.gov/cronobacter/infection-and-infants.html
PROTECT YOUR BABY FROM CRONOBACTER Cronobacter is a type of bacteria that can cause rare but serious infections in infants. These bacteria are germs that can live in the environment or in dry foods, such as powdered infant formula. In most cases, it is safe to mix powdered infant formula following the manufacturer’s instructions on the container.
If your baby is younger than 2 months old, was born prematurely, or has a weakened immune system, you may want to take extra precautions to protect them from getting sick with Cronobacter:
Breastfeed if you can. Very few cases of Cronobacter infections have been reported among babies fed only breast milk.
Clean, sanitize, and store feeding items safely, such as baby bottles and breast pump parts. This helps prevent contamination with germs and keeps the milk you feed your baby safe.
Clean and sanitize infant feeding items (such as nipples, caps, rings, and valves) and breast pump parts in a dishwasher or a clean wash basin that you use only for washing these supplies. Do not place these items directly in the sink because germs in sinks or drains could contaminate them. Allow items to air-dry thoroughly and store them in a clean, protected area.
If your baby is fed with formula:
Use liquid infant formula if possible because it is sterile (without germs) and is less likely to spread Cronobacter infection when handled carefully. Powdered formula is not sterile and may contain some germs.
Keep powdered formula in the container dry to prevent germs from growing. Avoid getting the formula scoop wet. There is no need to wash the scoop unless it becomes wet or dirty (such as falling on the floor). If the scoop needs to be washed, clean it as carefully as you would your baby’s bottles. The formula scoop must be completely dry before putting it back into the container. If you use powdered infant formula, prepare and store it safely. Make sure your formula is not expired and the container is in good condition (no dents, puffy ends, or rust spots). Keep lids and scoops clean, and close containers of formula as soon as possible after using.
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If your baby may be at higher risk, consider taking these extra steps to prepare your powdered formula with hot water (at least 158°F/70°C):
Clean work surfaces such as countertops and sinks with soap and water or use a disinfectant wipe or paper towel sprayed with cleaning product.
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STEP 1
Add the exact amount of formula listed on the container.
STEP 2
STEP 6
Wash hands with soap and water before preparing infant formula.
Put a cap on the bottle and shake to mix. Do not stir.
Cool the formula to body temperature so it will not burn your baby’s mouth. Hold the capped bottle under cool water or place it in an ice bath. Do not let the cooling water get into the bottle or on the nipple. Before feeding your baby, test the formula’s temperature by putting a few drops on your wrist. It should feel warm, not hot.
STEP 3
STEP 7
Boil water and let it cool for about 5 minutes.
STEP 8
STEP 4
Pour into a clean bottle or feeding cup.
Using and Storing Prepared Formula
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Use prepared infant formula within 1 hour from the start of feeding and within 2 hours of preparing it.
If your baby does not finish the entire bottle of formula, throw away leftover formula.
If you do not plan to start feeding your baby with the prepared formula right away, put it in the refrigerator immediately. Use formula in the refrigerator within 24 hours.
Throw out formula if you can’t remember how long you have kept it in the refrigerator. Do not feed it to your baby.
For more information visit CDC’s Cronobacter and Infants page.
RESOURCES FOR FORMULA & DIAPERS This list is informational. Inclusion on this list is not an endorsement of the services or groups.
• Crittenton Center- 442 W. John H Gwynn Jr. Ave (309-674-4125) Once a month, bring in your photo ID and child’s birth certificate or medical card to pick up free diapers and formula. No appointment needed.
• Empower Life Center- 1825 Knoxville Ave. (309-688-0202) Call to schedule an appointment.
• Women’s Care Center - 2609 N Knoxville Ave (309-689-0200) Clothing, formula, and diapers available through participation in classes.
• Dream Center Peoria- 714 Hamilton Blvd. (309-676-3000) Emergency only and must call ahead. Diapers, wipes, and sometimes formula. Hope Store open for clothing & material goods 1 st Thursday and 3 rd Saturday 9:30-11:30am.
• The Wraparound Center - 1419 S. Folkers Ave, Peoria (309-282-1919) (Peoria Residents Only) A one-stop shop connecting families to services that will help them meet their basic needs - food pantry, clothing assistance, therapeutic services, affordable housing advice, diapers & other community resources.
• Jobs Partnership Peoria - 602 Richmond Ave. Peoria (309-404-9095) Services include a diaper bank, access to formula, & feminine hygiene products. Call for more information and make sure you bring proof of child(ren)s age.
Crittenton Centers Crisis Nursery
442 W. John Gwynn Jr. Ave Peoria, IL 61605
309-674-4125 (Crisis Nursery Hotline 24/7)
309-674-0105 (Office)
The Crittenton Centers Crisis Nursery provides services for children from birth to age 6 through emergency childcare, respite care, crisis counseling, and support services to families facing stress.
• All services that the Crisis Nursery provides are free to any parent.
• Services are offered 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
• Children can stay up to 72 hours depending on the situation.
• Call the Crisis Nursery Hotline ahead to assure space available.
• They also offer parent education classes throughout the community.
• The Crisis Nursery is COA accredited, licensed by the Illinois Department
of Children and Family Services, a member of the Crisis Nursery Coalition
of Illinois, and has been protecting and nurturing children and families since
1892.
Crittenton Centers gladly accept donations of diapers, formula, clothes, educational toys, and other infant & child-related items.
Parents & Caregivers Setting Up Children for Future Success
Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library is the flagship program of The Dollywood Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit Tennessee organization. The Imagination Library is dedicated to inspiring a love of reading by gifting FREE books to children from birth to age five. The program is made possible through funding shared by Dolly Parton herself, and local Program Partners in the United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Australia, and the Republic of Ireland.
Inspired by her father’s inability to read and write, Dolly started the Imagination Library in 1995 to serve the children of her hometown in Sevier County, Tennessee. Today, her program spans five countries and gifts over 3 million free, high-quality, age-appropriate books each month to children around the world. There is never a charge to families who participate in the program and it is open to all children under the age of five in geographic areas with operating programs. As a parent or caregiver, reading with your child is one of the most important activities you can engage in to help set them up for success. Dolly believes that if you can read, you can do anything, dream anything and be anything. Through her Imagination Library, Dolly wants to ensure every child can feel the magic that books create.
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Register your child today and begin receiving one free, high-quality, age-appropriate book each month for your child, birth to age five. These books are personalized with your child’s name and mailed directly to your home to create a one-of-kind gifting experience.
“The single most significant factor influencing a child’s early educational success is an introduction to books and being read to at home prior to beginning school.” – National Commission on Reading “
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Engaging Parents & Caregivers Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library encourages good reading habits for parents, caregivers and their children. When your child receives their Imagination Library books, we ask you to do the following:
Snuggle, ask questions, notice letters, make sounds, have fun!
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Begin reading with your child immediately
Read to your child at least 5 days per week
Read books multiple times
Each year, our esteemed Blue Ribbon Book Selection Committee, a specially selected panel of early childhood literacy experts, is responsible for reviewing hundreds of potential titles for inclusion in Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library.
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Thank you so much for the books! I love reading them to my daughter, some I had never read, and some I loved as a kid. It is an awesome program and my 3 year old LOVES getting her own special mail every month. - Parent
My kids absolutely love getting their books in the mail every month! My husband and I read to our kids every night and enjoy the variety of stories we get to introduce them to. It was hard to pick just 3 that topped our lists, since so many are a
huge hit in our house. Awesome program!!!! - Parent
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SAVE YOUR LIFE:
Get Care for These POST-BIRTH Warning Signs
Most women and postpartum people who give birth recover without problems. But anyone can have a complication for up to one year after birth. Learning to recognize these POST-BIRTH warning signs and knowing what to do can save your life.
q P ain in chest q O bstructed breathing or shortness of breath q S eizures q T houghts of hurting yourself or someone else
Call 911 if you have:
q B leeding, soaking through one pad/hour, or blood clots, the size of an egg or bigger q I ncision that is not healing q R ed or swollen leg, that is painful or warm to touch q T emperature of 100.4°F or higher or 96.8°F or lower q H eadache that does not get better, even after taking medicine, or bad headache with vision changes
Call your healthcare
provider if you have: (you only need one sign) (If you can’t reach your healthcare provider, call 911 or go to an emergency room)
Tell 911 or your healthcare provider:
“I gave birth on ________________ and I am having ____________________.” (Date) (Specific warning signs)
Scan here to download this handout in multiple languages.
These post-birth warning signs can become life-threatening if you don’t receive medical care right away because: • Pain in chest, obstructed breathing or shortness of breath (trouble catching your breath) may mean you have a blood clot in your lung or a heart problem • Seizures may mean you have a condition called eclampsia • Thoughts or feelings of wanting to hurt yourself or someone else may mean you have postpartum depression • Bleeding (heavy) , soaking more than one pad in an hour or passing an egg-sized clot or bigger may mean you have an obstetric hemorrhage
• Incision that is not healing, increased redness or any pus from episiotomy, vaginal tear, or C-section site may mean an infection • Redness, swelling, warmth, or pain in the calf area of your leg may mean you have a blood clot • Temperature of 100.4°F or higher or 96.8°F or lower , bad smelling vaginal blood or discharge may mean you have an infection. • Headache (very painful), vision changes, or pain in the upper right area of your belly may mean you have high blood pressure or post birth preeclampsia
This program is supported by funding from Merck through Merck for Mothers. Merck for Mothers is known as MSD for Mothers outside the United States and Canada. AWHONN thanks Kenvue for commercial support of the translations of this handout. ©2023 Association of Women’s Health, Obstetric, and Neonatal Nurses. All rights reserved. Unlimited print copies permitted for patient education only. For all other requests to reproduce, please contact permissions@awhonn.org.
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