Well, I have babbysitted many time's but not as young as 4 monthes!! and I need tips, how to change diaper?, do not fill stupid putting every detail either...lol, how to make the baby stop crying?, How long do baby's usually sleep, I am not suypposed to wake her up am I? put ALL tips, thanks.Babysitting tips? food? diaper changing?
When it's time to change diapers, have everything you need right there beside you all ready to go.
For disposable diapers you will need a clean disposable diaper, and disposable baby diaper wipes. Baby powder and ointment if necessary.
With cloth diapers you will need a clean fresh diaper or two, depending on if you are going to single diaper, or double diaper the baby. Baby powder and diaper rash ointment if required, and a clean pair of rubber pants just in case.
With my own kids I have always used cloth diapers, so what I do is just lay the baby down, then I pull the baby's rubber pants off. I then unpin the diaper, and put the diaper or diapers into the diaper pail (along with the rubber pants) if those need changing too. Then I clean the baby up, lift the baby up by the ankles, tuck a fresh clean diaper or diapers under their bottom, sprinkle a dash of baby powder inside the diaper or diapers, then I pin each side of the baby's diapers with a diaper pin, pull on a pair of rubber pants back on over top of their diapers again, and walla! All done. The more practice you get, the faster and better you get.
Changing diapers as a babysitter is great pre-motherhood practice, and although you may find it to be kind of a yucky job right now, the hands on practice and experience you gain now will help you be a better mother when you have children of your own later on in life.Babysitting tips? food? diaper changing?
4 month old are a cute age to babysit
Changing diapers: Have diaper, powder, rash cream if needed, wipies for sure - ok, Just lie him/her on back, remove soiled diaper, open clean diaper all the way, slip diaper under butt, make sure is high enough on the back (sometimes babies poop and pee up their backs) close remainder diaper, make sure not too tight (fit 2 fingers on the front opening-that is how to tell)
Can't make a baby stop crying though - figure out what he/she needs, most of the time it is Hungry, Sleepy, Uncomfortable wearing clothing, Illness.
Babies usually at that age sleep about 2 hours, then feeding time.
Don't wake her/him up, Wait until about 2.5 hours, then wake it up.Babysitting tips? food? diaper changing?
All babies are different, you should ask the parents if you could come over and hang out before you actually babysit by yourself. You can see how things are done and ask questions. that way you don't feel overwhelmed with it all. It can be very tough taking care of a young baby. You should ask the parents all those questions you just asked. good luckBabysitting tips? food? diaper changing?
I agree with mommyofone. Every baby is different. My daughter is 2mos and she sleeps for 5hr stretches during the night beginning at 8pm and stays awake for several hours during the day. 4 mo olds are generally okay to sleep without being awakened--just check on them if you get nervous. The parents will also be able to tell you what calms that particular baby. Some babies like to be held while walking, others like sitting and rocking--my daughter calms down when you stroke her head. So it will always be different. Good luck and have fun.Babysitting tips? food? diaper changing?
when you get the baby. just take note of how her diaper is put on. and as you take it off you will see how to put another diaper on. wipe her at every diaper change even if it's just pee, otherwise she will get a rash. talk to the baby as you would talk to your puppy. talk about anything. when she is crying after you find out that nothing is wrong with her (dirty diaper, hot, hungry, cold, temp.) then, turn on the tv and point to it and show things to her. or sing to her. and when she is sleeping don't wake her up, she might get cranky. it would be easier to get her food ready if you know she will be hungry when she wakes up, so that you don't feel rushed when she's crying. and play with her to keep her happy... that's all.Babysitting tips? food? diaper changing?
No.. you dont wake up a baby...
Change diapers once in 3 hours, when the baby poohs...
baby cries for a reason, maybe they are hungry, sleepy, or thirsty... try to get them everything.. sometimes they tend to cry when they are alone,,, so always make sure they are able to see you in sight. Otherwise, the baby may be in pain (stomach upset maybe).. there are oils you can rub on their bellies to reduce this.
Good Luck.
