If he or she spits up, placing a cloth diaper under the head after feeding is helpful in keeping the crib sheet clean. Visitors Keep visitors to a minimum for the first two weeks so you can get some needed rest. Do not hesitate to have visitors wash their hands before being permitted to handle your baby. Obviously, visitors with colds or other contagious illnesses should stay away. Habits All babies smile, hiccough, sneeze to clean their nose, and make sounds while sleeping.
Many babies normally spit up part of every feeding.
General Information Try to relax and enjoy your baby. Remember, you are the boss. Well-meaning grandparents and friends may advise you, but your instincts are usually best. The first day home with your baby is usually hectic. The baby may not feed as well as in the hospital and may cry more.