Feeding a newborn looks a bit different for dads, but with some guidance, you should be able to bottle feed your baby like an expert and be a trusted partner in your baby’s mealtime. Let’s go through the basics of how to prepare to feed your newborn with a bottle of either breast milk or formula.
While new parents often go through periods of mood swings after the birth of a child, some parents may experience a deep and ongoing feeling of sadness called postpartum depression1. Learn how to recognize the signs of postpartum depression in your partner and what you can do to help.
Great news! You and your partner are expecting a child. It’s time to start preparing for the baby shower and of course, the arrival of your new child. As exciting as the planning process can be, it’s also important to prepare for the ways you’ll be supporting your partner.
Nothing will teach you how to change a diaper like having a baby, and from newborn diapers to toddler training pants, it’s something you’ll need to do for at least a few years. But never fear, dads! Our guide will show you everything from how to change your newborn’s diaper to what to pack in a diaper bag—expert skills that will last a lifetime and prepare you to take on any diaper-change challenge you and your baby encounter.
Perhaps one of the toughest hurdles of caring for a newborn is getting them to sleep, especially when their nightly cries start to interfere with you and your partner’s sleep schedules. Use these tips from Enfamil A+ on getting your baby to sleep at night and how to make sure they sleep safely.
While it’s good to support your pregnant partner in the ways that you can, it can also be beneficial to find out how you can be there for your partner after birth. Taking paternity leave is a good way to be able to spend time with your partner and new child without having to worry about the stress of work. Learn more about the benefits of paternity leave and how you can start the process of taking it.