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	If pregnancy wasn't enough to worry about, now you have a whole separate little person to look after.
	Baby Needs
	There are so many things you need before your baby is born, we thought we would list them for you. Take stock of the things you will need for baby, and remember that SmartMomma's store can help you with many of these needs!
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	As your baby changes and grows, you will notice many new behaviors. Your baby is developing a personality of her own. Along with this exciting time comes some uncertainty, as you adjust to your baby's behaviors.
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	You've just found a new love in your life. Over the next few months, this love will grow and grow, as you witness his first smile, his first belly laugh, and his first steps. Cuddle your baby as often as you can. Before you know it, he will be a toddler on the go!
	Infant Development
	See how your baby is developing month by month.
	Nutrition
	Keeping baby healthy goes hand in hand with your baby's nutrition. Whether you're breastfeeding, formula feeding, or moving on to table food, nutrition is key to giving your baby a head start in life.
	Play
	Play time for baby is a time where she can learn such skills as lifting her head, processing verbal cues, and learning about the world around her. The more you interact and play with your baby, the faster her intellectual, emotional, social, and physical development. So play hard mom!
	Safety
	Gone are the days of reckless abandon before you had kids. Now you worry every time they fall down, cough, or even look at you funny. While it is important to promote safety with baby, remember that spills will happen. With proper planning, you can minimize many dangers in baby's world just by using good old fashion common sense.

Baby Health: Heat Rash
Symptoms Heat rash, or prickly heat, is characterized by a bright pimply rash. It is usually found around the neck, under the arms, or around the diaper. Some pimples may itch and be tender to the touch. Causes It is caused by heat and humidity or excessive bundling. It is most often found where clothes or diapers are heavy or tight. Mistaken for Diaper rash Treatment Cool your baby off by removing some of his clothes. Move him into a cool room or shady spot. Bathe your child in a tepid bath or rub cool washcloths on the affected area. Be sure to let the affected skin air dry if possible. To prevent heat rash in the future, dress your child in loose fitting clothes and layer, layer, layer! You can remove as many layers as you need according to the temperature of the room. Use cornstarch powder on areas prone to heat rash. Do you want to be caught up on all the latest happenings with your baby? Join SmartMomma Advantage for free! You'll receive your choice of e-mail newsletters, from monthly updates on your baby's development to weekly sales alerts. Stay up to date with the SmartMomma advantage! Join today! Related Articles Baby Health: Diaper Rash Baby Health: Allergies Diapering: Cloth vs. Disposable


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