How your 2 week old baby is growing

 
It takes time for the baby to adjust to  the new world outside the womb. Your 2 week old baby will be  spending most of his time sleeping and being awake. The only way your baby knows to communicate is through crying. There are many ways you can help soothe your crying baby such as swaddling the baby ,  making sure the baby is not hungry or the that he has a dirty diaper.

 

your 2 week old baby

 

You can also communicate with your baby by talking or through your touch. Your baby will  love to be held, kissed , caressed, stroked massaged and

 

Your life

 
This is supposed to be one of the most amazing times of your life. However being a new mom can be overwhelming. Instead of being happy, you may feel down, moody, weepy or irritable. This is known as baby blues. These steps may help you .

  • discuss your feelings with your family and friends or anybody you trust
  • make time for yourself
  • get help from friends and family

 
If these feeling persist, you have to let your doctor know. You may have postpartum depression which is a more serious condition.
 
Content Sources

Your two week old baby. Baby center. http://www.babycenter.com/6_your-2-week-old_1132.bc. Accessed October 15, 2015
 
Your baby’s development : week by week. Parents. http://www.parents.com/baby/development/growth/baby-development-week-by-week/. Accessed October 15, 2015
 
Your 2 week old baby. What to expect. http://www.whattoexpect.com/first-year/month-by-month/week-3.aspx. Accessed October 15, 2015
 

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