12/03 Profile of a Pregnancy
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Posted by: disobrn
Posted on: 2003-12-03 11:08:14
Please do not use baby powder on newborns.........It increases the risk of respiratory infections.
Posted by: disobrn
Posted on: 2003-12-03 11:08:14
Please do not use baby powder on newborns.........It increases the risk of respiratory infections.
Agree
Posted by: nathaliend
Posted on: 2003-12-03 11:15:14
To avoid the rash, use white clay powder on a clean and dry skin. It is natural and it helps heal the rash :)
Posted by: nathaliend
Posted on: 2003-12-03 11:15:14
To avoid the rash, use white clay powder on a clean and dry skin. It is natural and it helps heal the rash :)
use vaseline in stead of creams and powder
Posted by: katlynmom1
Posted on: 2004-04-27 10:49:13
use vaseline it prevents rashes and wont harm you child!!One of the nurses in the hospital told us to use it and we have ever sice and never had diaper rash plus we change her about 2-3 hours unless we see/notice she needs it sooner.you can get vaseline or jelly cheap at dollar stores.
Posted by: katlynmom1
Posted on: 2004-04-27 10:49:13
use vaseline it prevents rashes and wont harm you child!!One of the nurses in the hospital told us to use it and we have ever sice and never had diaper rash plus we change her about 2-3 hours unless we see/notice she needs it sooner.you can get vaseline or jelly cheap at dollar stores.
Exactly what i was going to say
Posted by: shannanrw
Posted on: 2003-12-03 15:38:30
Just want to agree about the baby powder. As soon as I saw him put the baby powder on the baby, I had to get on here and say something. Thanks everyone for saying something.
Posted by: shannanrw
Posted on: 2003-12-03 15:38:30
Just want to agree about the baby powder. As soon as I saw him put the baby powder on the baby, I had to get on here and say something. Thanks everyone for saying something.
NO baby powder
Posted by: hnieves1
Posted on: 2003-12-03 15:46:22
absolutely. Don't use it. It can get into baby's lungs.
Posted by: hnieves1
Posted on: 2003-12-03 15:46:22
absolutely. Don't use it. It can get into baby's lungs.
Powder on a Baby........
Posted by: ohfiddle
Posted on: 2003-12-03 20:54:53
You don't EVER have to use powder on a baby.
I have 3 kids and didn't use it once since I was warned that the powder can be breathed in and is unnecessary anyway.
None of them ever had rashes or any trouble from being powderless.
Dr. Phil....do a disclaimer on the baby powder aspect _ just do it so the companies who make it don't sue you!!! :)
Posted by: ohfiddle
Posted on: 2003-12-03 20:54:53
You don't EVER have to use powder on a baby.
I have 3 kids and didn't use it once since I was warned that the powder can be breathed in and is unnecessary anyway.
None of them ever had rashes or any trouble from being powderless.
Dr. Phil....do a disclaimer on the baby powder aspect _ just do it so the companies who make it don't sue you!!! :)
Baby Powder Controversy
Posted by: sherrelann
Posted on: 2003-12-06 11:05:52
Hi HoFiddle,
I absolutely agree with you. I was shocked when Dr. Phil stood over the guy and watched him just throw powder on that baby. I NEVER used powder on any of my 3 kids and they turned out just fine. If you change them frequently, then you will most likely never experience diaper rash.
If you do get diaper rash (your children smartie) then they are usually sick and have had diarheia (sp?). The best way to treat it is a lukewarm bath and to air that area out as best as possible. During the summer, I leave child diaperless in playpen as long as I could stand it. A&D ointment or any diaper rash medication works wonders, it protects as it heals. The baby will cry, it HURTS! But baby powder will NOT help!
Sherry
Glad I don't have any in diapers no more :-)
Posted by: sherrelann
Posted on: 2003-12-06 11:05:52
Hi HoFiddle,
I absolutely agree with you. I was shocked when Dr. Phil stood over the guy and watched him just throw powder on that baby. I NEVER used powder on any of my 3 kids and they turned out just fine. If you change them frequently, then you will most likely never experience diaper rash.
If you do get diaper rash (your children smartie) then they are usually sick and have had diarheia (sp?). The best way to treat it is a lukewarm bath and to air that area out as best as possible. During the summer, I leave child diaperless in playpen as long as I could stand it. A&D ointment or any diaper rash medication works wonders, it protects as it heals. The baby will cry, it HURTS! But baby powder will NOT help!
Sherry
Glad I don't have any in diapers no more :-)
Thank you!
Posted by: misjess
Posted on: 2003-12-03 18:24:19
I have a 4 month old and have never heard this before! Thank you for sharing!
Posted by: misjess
Posted on: 2003-12-03 18:24:19
I have a 4 month old and have never heard this before! Thank you for sharing!
Re: Baby Powder
Posted by: 3kidlets
Posted on: 2003-12-03 19:09:44
I just got finished writing an email to the show regarding Baby Powders. I agree. DO NOT use it on babies. If you must, turn away from the baby, shake a small amount into your hands, rub it into your hands and then onto the baby. NEVER EVER shake powder over a baby. They could end up with aspiration pneumonia. There is also a tendency for the baby powder and moisture to gum up in baby's creases, and perhaps even result in a yeast infection. It smells great - but it's not a great product for babies.
Posted by: 3kidlets
Posted on: 2003-12-03 19:09:44
I just got finished writing an email to the show regarding Baby Powders. I agree. DO NOT use it on babies. If you must, turn away from the baby, shake a small amount into your hands, rub it into your hands and then onto the baby. NEVER EVER shake powder over a baby. They could end up with aspiration pneumonia. There is also a tendency for the baby powder and moisture to gum up in baby's creases, and perhaps even result in a yeast infection. It smells great - but it's not a great product for babies.
I heard that
Posted by: raynwbows
Posted on: 2003-12-03 23:06:39
When I had my son I read about it, baby powder not to use it also vascline too. I went visiting my parents when my son was younger and my mom tried to put some on him, I told her not to ...then told her why ...she though i was crazy. She said to me ...well i used it on you.
Posted by: raynwbows
Posted on: 2003-12-03 23:06:39
When I had my son I read about it, baby powder not to use it also vascline too. I went visiting my parents when my son was younger and my mom tried to put some on him, I told her not to ...then told her why ...she though i was crazy. She said to me ...well i used it on you.
Was thinking the same thing!
Posted by: cleona68
Posted on: 2003-12-04 14:07:42
So glad this was mentioned. I loved the show yesterday, but cringed when I saw the powder out. It's just one of the 10 trillion rules for parents these days!!! No more powder. It's so hard to keep up. Ugh... then you get the "when you were a baby" lecture from your own parents as if you're not supposed to follow what those pesky doctors have to say.
Posted by: cleona68
Posted on: 2003-12-04 14:07:42
So glad this was mentioned. I loved the show yesterday, but cringed when I saw the powder out. It's just one of the 10 trillion rules for parents these days!!! No more powder. It's so hard to keep up. Ugh... then you get the "when you were a baby" lecture from your own parents as if you're not supposed to follow what those pesky doctors have to say.
baby powder
Posted by: schmab5
Posted on: 2003-12-04 21:44:19
I believe the problem is with old fashioned "talcom powder". The powder made from cornstarch isn't supposed to be problematic.
Posted by: schmab5
Posted on: 2003-12-04 21:44:19
I believe the problem is with old fashioned "talcom powder". The powder made from cornstarch isn't supposed to be problematic.
Posted by: teenmom_x2
Posted on: 2003-12-05 00:50:10
that depends on your application technique. it actually works a lot better than creams which if not applied PERFECTLY (entire diaper area with no cracks) can worsen the rash and even cause a yeast like infection... it happened to my oldest.
Baby Powder & Girls
Posted by: hawkfyre
Posted on: 2004-01-28 16:07:54
I believe there was also a study done that using baby powder on young females increased the risk of gynecological cancers later in life???? I am trying to find that reference for you =)
Posted by: hawkfyre
Posted on: 2004-01-28 16:07:54
I believe there was also a study done that using baby powder on young females increased the risk of gynecological cancers later in life???? I am trying to find that reference for you =)
Baby Weight
Posted by: brooke1977
Posted on: 2003-12-03 11:57:40
I am 25 years old, soon to be 26 on Monday. I am 6 months pregnant and everyday i get upset about gaining weight. I know it is part of pregnancy. I had an eating disorder a while back and no matter what it sticks with you. I do exercise and try to eat healthy. However, I get depressed and cry over the way I look. I avoid mirrors, cover my body so I don't have to look at myself. It gets so bad I hate to go out in public sometimes thinking people will say how gross I look. I know I have to eat, because I don;t want to take it out on the baby. When I go to the doctor I step backwards on the scale and don't look. I actually cry and shake before I have to step on the scale. I am afraid after this pregnancy I will go back to my eating disroder and never eat. The only thing keeping me eating is this baby. So I can relate to mothers who feel fat and think they gained too much weight during their pregnancy.
Posted by: brooke1977
Posted on: 2003-12-03 11:57:40
I am 25 years old, soon to be 26 on Monday. I am 6 months pregnant and everyday i get upset about gaining weight. I know it is part of pregnancy. I had an eating disorder a while back and no matter what it sticks with you. I do exercise and try to eat healthy. However, I get depressed and cry over the way I look. I avoid mirrors, cover my body so I don't have to look at myself. It gets so bad I hate to go out in public sometimes thinking people will say how gross I look. I know I have to eat, because I don;t want to take it out on the baby. When I go to the doctor I step backwards on the scale and don't look. I actually cry and shake before I have to step on the scale. I am afraid after this pregnancy I will go back to my eating disroder and never eat. The only thing keeping me eating is this baby. So I can relate to mothers who feel fat and think they gained too much weight during their pregnancy.
Believe it or not
Posted by: flyawaynet
Posted on: 2003-12-03 12:13:37
Believe it or not, (probably not) when I see a pregnant woman I see a woman with a baby in her womb. I don't notice extra flesh as much as I notice a swollen belly. My mind begins to race with the incredulty everyone has when they see a bonafide miracle. I think pregnant ladies are the most beautiful ladies of all, because there's something beautiful about the face of a woman carrying a baby in her womb.
I don't see your weight, I see your baby.
I hope after your baby is born you're able to live an active, healthy life. Because even after your baby is born, every bite, step and decision you make will still affect your baby.
Good luck,
Posted by: flyawaynet
Posted on: 2003-12-03 12:13:37
Believe it or not, (probably not) when I see a pregnant woman I see a woman with a baby in her womb. I don't notice extra flesh as much as I notice a swollen belly. My mind begins to race with the incredulty everyone has when they see a bonafide miracle. I think pregnant ladies are the most beautiful ladies of all, because there's something beautiful about the face of a woman carrying a baby in her womb.
I don't see your weight, I see your baby.
I hope after your baby is born you're able to live an active, healthy life. Because even after your baby is born, every bite, step and decision you make will still affect your baby.
Good luck,
Public's view
Posted by: kimsue25
Posted on: 2003-12-03 12:14:11
Just wanted to comment on your dislike of going out in public. My husband and I have no children, but hope to some day. Let me tell you - when I see pregnant women, I just about turn downright envious. Pregnant women seem to have a sort of glow that shows their excitement and expectation, and it is contagious. People love to share in the joy of expecting parents, even if it just to smile in their direction. I think that there are probably very few people who look at expectant mothers with disdain, but more often with smiles and congratulatory messages.
This is not to downplay the role that your previous eating disorder has. Way to go on putting that behind you, difficult though it has been! You're doing GREAT!
Posted by: kimsue25
Posted on: 2003-12-03 12:14:11
Just wanted to comment on your dislike of going out in public. My husband and I have no children, but hope to some day. Let me tell you - when I see pregnant women, I just about turn downright envious. Pregnant women seem to have a sort of glow that shows their excitement and expectation, and it is contagious. People love to share in the joy of expecting parents, even if it just to smile in their direction. I think that there are probably very few people who look at expectant mothers with disdain, but more often with smiles and congratulatory messages.
This is not to downplay the role that your previous eating disorder has. Way to go on putting that behind you, difficult though it has been! You're doing GREAT!
Brooke 1977
Posted by: thegreatk
Posted on: 2003-12-03 13:55:31
Sweetie, first off congratulations on your pregnancy, secondly I wanted to tell you that I have been there done that, and I want to tell you that it is going to be ok. I have an almost 10 month old son, and a few years prior to becoming pregnant I too had an eating disorder (I was anorexic). The pregnancy weight gain drove me crazy and I ate healthily and gained 40 pounds, but I felt so self conscious and uncomfortable with myself, I refused to go out with friends (escpescially at the end) and despised the way I looked. Now I am 40 pounds lighter (and I lost my weight healthily) and I have a beautifull son, but I do regret not enjoying my pregnancy more, and obsessing about the weight gain. I know that for someone with a disorder it is nearly impossible not to think about it, but likely your selfimage is distorted in your mind and you look just beautifull and fine! There is a real difference between looking "FAT" and looking "pregnant" and I hope that you are able to realize this and enjoy your pregnancy, before too long now you won't be able to get out o be with friends half as easily. Hugs, Best wishes and a happy 3 months left and many years to come for you!
Posted by: thegreatk
Posted on: 2003-12-03 13:55:31
Sweetie, first off congratulations on your pregnancy, secondly I wanted to tell you that I have been there done that, and I want to tell you that it is going to be ok. I have an almost 10 month old son, and a few years prior to becoming pregnant I too had an eating disorder (I was anorexic). The pregnancy weight gain drove me crazy and I ate healthily and gained 40 pounds, but I felt so self conscious and uncomfortable with myself, I refused to go out with friends (escpescially at the end) and despised the way I looked. Now I am 40 pounds lighter (and I lost my weight healthily) and I have a beautifull son, but I do regret not enjoying my pregnancy more, and obsessing about the weight gain. I know that for someone with a disorder it is nearly impossible not to think about it, but likely your selfimage is distorted in your mind and you look just beautifull and fine! There is a real difference between looking "FAT" and looking "pregnant" and I hope that you are able to realize this and enjoy your pregnancy, before too long now you won't be able to get out o be with friends half as easily. Hugs, Best wishes and a happy 3 months left and many years to come for you!
RE: Brooke 1977
Posted by: loriw1978
Posted on: 2003-12-03 16:00:08
thegreatk -- Your posting is perfect!! I couldn't have said it better myself!!! Brooke1977 -- I normally weigh 115lbs, and I hated pregnancy at the start because some people couldn't tell that I was pregnant!! But then people said how beautiful I was a pregnant woman, which I'm sure you are too!!! I was 165lbs a week before I delivered!!! I'm not back to my normal weight, but having a son to love and enjoy and play with, and all of that fun stuff is WAAAAAAAAY more important than gaining/losing weight!! So take "thegreatk"'s advice!! It's good advice!! Enjoy being pregnant!! You're beautiful!!
Posted by: loriw1978
Posted on: 2003-12-03 16:00:08
thegreatk -- Your posting is perfect!! I couldn't have said it better myself!!! Brooke1977 -- I normally weigh 115lbs, and I hated pregnancy at the start because some people couldn't tell that I was pregnant!! But then people said how beautiful I was a pregnant woman, which I'm sure you are too!!! I was 165lbs a week before I delivered!!! I'm not back to my normal weight, but having a son to love and enjoy and play with, and all of that fun stuff is WAAAAAAAAY more important than gaining/losing weight!! So take "thegreatk"'s advice!! It's good advice!! Enjoy being pregnant!! You're beautiful!!
Posted by: steph124ny
Posted on: 2003-12-03 16:00:07
After your baby is born, keep using him/her as a motivation to keep up with the healthy eating. I wish you all the best!
