Oklahoma Parents as Teachers

Prenatal

Be prepared for your new baby.

What do you need for your new baby?
     *Car seat
    *Crib, matress, and accessories
    *Receiving blankets
     *Undershirts, sleepers and outfits
    *Diapers and wipes
    *Baby bathtub
    *Baby soap, shampoo, and nail scissors
    *Thermometer and ear bulb
    *Cotton swabs and alcohol

What might your baby look like?
             *Skin may be red and wrinkly
        *Head may be more cone-shaped than
          round
        *Hands tend to be tightly fisted
        *Eyes may appear crossed at times
        *Umbilical cord may be still attached

Safe Sleep Environment
        *Choose a firm crib mattress, with a tight  fitting sheet
        *Place crib away from airflow vents and window covering cords
        *Crib slats should not be placed more than 2 3/8 inches apart
        *Avoid placing stuffed animals, toys, and pillows in your newborn's crib
        *Avoid all loose bedding
        *Place your baby on his back to sleep

Car Seat Safety
A child's car seat that is not installed correctly can be dangerous to your baby!

        *Read carefully and follow directions that come with the car seat
        *Check the car owner's manual to see if you need special equipment or additonal hardware
        *Do not put your child's car seat in the front passenger seat of the car
        *Infants under 1 year old and under 20 pounds should ride in a rear-facing car seat in the back
          seat of the car.

        *Car Seat Guide:
          http://www.aap.org/family/carseatguide.htm
          http://www.safekids.org