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	Baby’s Health
	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!
	Behavior
	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.
	Bonding
	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.

Nursing and Bonding
“When I had my first baby, everything in the delivery went wrong. He was two weeks late, and by the time he was induced, we was over 10 pounds. During labor, he didn’t budge, and I only dilated to 4cm after 14 hours. The doctors told me that I should go ahead and have a cesarean section. I was devastated. I really looked forward to that moment when my baby was born big eyed and red faced, looking into my eyes. I was looking forward to the quick bond we would develop. I felt that with a C-section, I would miss out on a quick bond with my baby.” “Luckily, I decided to nurse. As soon as he latched on, my heart melted and I felt that bond whole heartedly, C-section or not.” Many moms decide to nurse for the pure pleasure of skin-on-skin bonding with baby. We are happy to report that 9 times out of 10, moms, even those who have had obstacles to overcome when nursing, haven’t regretted their decision to nurse. Babies thrive on skin-on-skin contact, and when you nurse, you are providing your baby a warmth that only your breast can give. It’s very rewarding for your baby, and just as rewarding for you. For more information on nursing, click here! 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 Play: Read to Your Baby Nursing: Benefits of Breastfeeding for Baby & Mom Bond: Get “in touch” with your baby through Infant Massage


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