Newborn Care Blog
Naptime reading where you’ll get advice and tips on feeding your baby, infant sleep, what to expect postpartum and more.
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When the Siblings Arrive: Helping Big Brothers and Sisters Welcome a Newborn
Welcoming a new baby is a beautiful milestone, not just for parents, but also for the older siblings who are about to step into a whole new role. For many children, the transition from “only child” to “big brother” or “big sister” is exciting but also can be confusing, overwhelming, or emotionally rocky.
Surviving the Fourth Trimester: What You Really Need in Weeks 3–12
The first two weeks after birth get a lot of attention, but what about weeks 3–12, often called the “later postpartum” period? This stretch is deeply transformative, and it comes with physical, emotional, and relational shifts that deserve support.
Here’s what your body and mind truly need and some of the local resources available to you at Louisville Newborn Care and beyond.
Now Accepting Carrot Fertility Benefits for Postpartum Doula Support
Louisville Newborn Care now accepts Carrot Fertility benefits for postpartum doula services. Learn how our certified doulas support families in Louisville and Southern Indiana.
Understanding Your Newborn’s Crying: What Are They Trying to Tell You?
Interpreting baby cries can be super helpful for new parents in louisville kentucky. This blog will help you understand why babies cry and also ways to respond to each type of cry.
The Ultimate Guide to Diapering, Bath time and Cord Care for Parents
The Ultimate Guide to Diapering and Hygiene for Parents in Louisville, KY; Learn how to conduct a bath with pro tips for making it pleasurable and tricks to prevent diaper rash!
Wait, there are TWO?
Expecting twins, or maybe even three or four? Louisville Newborn Care is here for you every step of the way. Our experienced experts can help you prepare, and be there for that extra set of hands.
Navigating Visitors with a Newborn: A Guide for New Parents
Navigating the sometime tricky task of managing visitors with a newborn
Must-Have Baby Products: A Guide for New Parents
Must have items for your newborn. Cut the fluff and just get the essentials
The Importance of Good Sleep
Sleep is essential, especially during a time when the body is healing mentally and physically. When parents get good sleep we are able to see much better outcomes for physical healing, mental health, and the parent's relationship. It is important for all members of the family, including the baby!
Why Hire a Newborn Care Specialist (NCS)?
Navigating welcoming a new baby into your family can feel intimidating and overwhelming. It takes preparation, planning, and a village. A Newborn Care Specialist is a key part of that village.
Infant Sleep; Setting the Foundation for Good, Safe Sleep
Sleep is a hot topic for new parents. It is essential for mental and physical health to be getting good sleep. At Louisville Newborn Care we are all about supporting families in getting the sleep they need. The most requested service we offer is our overnight newborn care. Setting a foundation for good sleep and knowing what to expect with your baby can help you create a great sleeper in the long run and leave you never even needing to look into sleep training methods.
Lactation 101
Making the decision to breastfeed your baby can be one of the most empowering, but intimidating decisions.
