Tips For New Moms (From a Writer Who Knows)
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New mom tip #3: A room of one’s own
When you’re ready to transition your baby from your bed or the bassinet into her own crib, a few simple tricks can make the move a lot easier:
If she’s been snoozing in your room, you might consider placing her crib in there, too, until she gets used to it. (Then when you move the entire crib to her room, she’s a lot less likely to protest because it’s already a familiar space-sort of.)
Introduce her to her crib during the day-not at night, when she expects you to be within arm’s reach. Spend some time tickling her belly, smiling at her, or playing peekaboo in there, establishing it as a happy place.
Many a babe has been enthralled by the sight of a strategically placed mobile over the crib-and many a mom has snuck from the nursery unnoticed as a result. (If she’s a big fan of the one over the changing table, use that one or a duplicate for familiarity.)
Place your own unwashed pillowcase, nightgown, or yes, even a nursing pad or bra in her crib. (If she’s mobile, tie it to the crib bars rather than placing anything in the crib itself.) Babies have powerful little noses, and this might trick her into thinking that you’re closer than you actually are.
Great backyard summer treat for the kids. Frozen fruit pops on a stick. 
Comment by Sandra on Sep 03 2009 01:02:26:
Hmm. I disagree with forcing baby to learn to self-soothe. I rocked/nursed/cuddled/loved/parented all four of my babies to sleep for EVERY SINGLE nap and EVERY SINGLE bedtime until they no longer wanted me (sniffle) to, and I assure you my 16, 11, and 4 year olds no longer need mama to sit with them in the rocking chair to fall asleep!
Too many parents believe in forcing independence and adult standards on a baby right from birth. Babies are dependent little beings that need parented 24/7, not just between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. There’s no scientific or moral or any other kind of basis for not soothing a baby to sleep, giving him the gift of your love, making an attached baby who’s confident that mama is there when she needs her – ultimately resulting in a more independent and secure child.
Comment by Dea@Baby Monitor Reviews on Sep 08 2009 02:08:28:
Also you could buy baby monitors so you’ll know what’s going on with your baby even if you’re far. There are cheaper options if you just want a basic baby monitor.
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