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Top 5 Baby Care Lotion Options

Looking for a baby care lotion to suit your baby's needs?! Here are the top 5 baby care lotion options to choose from:

1. Baby skin conditioning lotions- These are the lotions that you can gently massage into your baby's skin to nourish and moisturize it, conditioning the tender skin of the baby. These lotions leave the skin soft and supple, making it absolutely smooth. Such lotions are best used after the baby's bath, when your baby is in the mood for some relaxing massage, and the skin is fresh and ready to absorb the lotion. One of the best options is the Johnson's baby lotion, with Aloe Vera & Vitamin. It has been tested by dermatologists, and has been proven to be extremely mild and gentle.

2. Baby bug repellants lotion- Your baby's skin is extremely tender, and therefore you cannot apply the adult bug repellents to the baby. In such situations it becomes extremely important to get a bug repellant lotion meant to suit the baby's skin. These do not contain strong chemicals, such as DEET, and are safe for the little ones. Some of the best bug repellent options are the lotions offered by Citronella. They are extremely safe, and effective, and with them you can be rest assured that the child would remain thoroughly protected.

3. Baby Bedtime lotions- Sleep is the best time when you can apply lotion to a baby, because this is the only time when they do not remain hyperactive. The lotion can really sink into the skin and nurture it. Get a bedtime lotion, like the Johnson's Bedtime lotion, having soothing aromas to help calm down and relax the baby, while leaving the skin soft and nourished.

4. Baby sunscreen lotions- It is a known fact that sun rays can do a lot of harm not only to the skin tone and the skin quality but can cause various health hazards too. A proper sun shield is now regarded as a necessity for all. In such a situation it is only prudent to get a proper sunscreen lotion for your baby's skin that is all the more delicate and requires maximum protection. A good sunscreen with a high SPF is one lotion you cannot do without. Opt for a Citronella lotion, if you want to make a great buy. Sometimes these lotions are blended with bug repellents too, so you get the most out of a single investment.

5. Baby cleansing and moisturizing lotions- These lotions are capable of cleansing and moisturizing the skin at the same time. They are easy to use, and they refresh your baby in just a few minutes. All you need to do is tenderly apply the lotion and then wipe it off the skin. They are generally suitable for all skin types, and are extremely gentle. Opt for such baby cleansing lotions that have a nice scent too. A nice aroma therapy for your baby as you cleanse and moisturize his or her skin can be a great way to pamper your little one.

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How much should I feed Tender Golden Sweet Potatoes (Beech-Nut) to a baby?

The baby is 6 months now; This is the first time she'll be eating solids.
So I just got this sweet potatoes from Beech-Nut, and I'd like to know how much should the baby have each day.. I've searched a lot, but never found an answer.

If you know the answer to my question, please help me out.

Thanks much.

You should start with 1 tablespoon and watch for problems...then you can increase with your baby's appetite. Here is a guideline that I was given from a friend who got it from a naturopath. You can also offer small amounts of water between feedings (not more than 1-2oz)

The guideline says to start with 1tbs of new food, and introduce no more than 1 new food every 3 days. Watch for reactions such as irritability, rashes, constipation, diarrhea, colic, gas, runny nose and watery eyes. Solid food should always follow breast milk as this is sill your infant's main protein source.

Foods to introduce at 6 months include...
Carrots, yams, apples, peas, sweet potatoes, prunes, blueberries, apricots, squash, peaches and plums. All food should be cooked and blended and filtered water should be offered.

9 months
Green beans, cherries, blackberries, grapes, rice, kiwi, pears, papaya, banana, avocado, spinach, swiss chard, asparagus, potatoes, artichoke and millet.
Again all food cooked except for bananas and avocados and blended.

12 months
Oatmeal (blended), honey, molasses, broccoli, cauliflower, barley, onions (well cooked), nut milks, garlic (well cooked), ground flax seeds, organic goat cheese, orgnaic goat yogurt, cucumber, sprouted beans/legumes and tahini.

18 months
organic poultry, fish (salmon/tuna), tomatoes, turnip, eggplant, parsnips, peppers, buckwheat, mushrooms, chickpeas, sprouted wheat, organic lamb, organic yogurt, kelp, rye,corn and oranges.

21 months
orgnaic cheese, organic eggs, organic wheat, lentils and all beans.

2 years
All other foods.

EDIT: It is also very important that you breastfeed or formula feed BEFORE you give the solid foods. A baby's main source of nutition under the age of 12 months should be the breast milk or formula, as this is their main souce of protein, and protein is very important in growth and development. The solid foods are simply a toy, an activity, something for them to learn, not a source of nutrition. If they eat the solid food first, then they don't have room for the milk/formula and run the risk of malnutrition. If you formula/breast feed first and then off the solid 30min-60min later, this will ensure they get the most important part first.

Best of luck!

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