Monday, March 18, 2013

Secrets Of A Once-Was New Mom



I was once a New Mom. As a New Mom, I worried about everything. Little things were big things and big things were even bigger things. I worried if my baby slept too much, was awake too long, wasn't eating enough, ate too much, was too hot, too cold, too happy and not happy enough. When I tell you I worried about everything, I'm not exaggerating in the slightest. As a New Mom, it's okay to worry but I want to take a minute and share a few secrets I've learned in the last thirty months to, at best, alleviate just one or two of those worries and reassure you, New Mom, that it's absolutely normal to worry so much with your first because when your second comes along? Some might think you don't worry enough.


Mom Secret Number One: 

You're not going to break the baby. I know it may seem that way what with their fragile little arms, wobbly necks and teeny tiny chicken legs. Even bringing home my 9 pound 10 ounce firstborn, I was sure that while trying to get him dressed for the 43rd time that day, I was going to break him. Babies are much sturdier than you think. I promise you aren't going to break them. Just think about how those nurses back in the hospital man-handled them during physical exams, baths and diaper changes. Don't drop them though. Babies do not bounce. 

Mom Secret Number Two: 

Everyone is going to tell you to sleep when the baby sleeps. This sounds really nice in theory but when the baby sleeps you're going to want to shower. Pick up around the house. Maybe change your clothes. These are all very important tasks, no doubt, but be sure to rest. Those first few weeks of newborn-dom exhaustion are like no other. I can still recall nights where my husband was nearly delirious from lack of sleep, waking up in the middle of the night frantically searching the bed for the baby, afraid that he had smothered him, when the baby had been sleeping in the bassinet at our bedside all night long. Accept help and don't be afraid to delegate tasks around the house when family and friends offer. Does your dishwasher need unloading? Assign it to a willing visitor and curl up on the couch for thirty minutes. 

Mom Secret Number Three: 

I am a mom to two little boys. Very early on I learned that their boy parts can be rather sneaky when it comes to diapering. It's those sneaky parts that are the culprits of many-a-soaked pair of pajamas and what's worse, soaked crib sheets. One of the greatest secrets I learned as a New Mom is that once they're a bit past their newborn days (we're talking 10-12 weeks old) diapering them in a brand-specific "overnite" diaper in one size larger is not only a sanity saver but also a jammie and crib sheet saver. No more fussy wet babies waking in the middle of the night to endure the one-eyed, half-awake crib sheet change which is undoubtedly one of the trickiest parts of having a baby. 

Speaking of diapers and those precious little baby bottoms, from this experienced mom of two, I'm all about preventing diaper rash before it even has a chance to sneak up on those precious tiny heinies. One of my favorite tried and true products to use for this is Boudreaux's Butt Paste. I received our very tube of All Natural Boudreaux's Butt Paste in a gift basket of "must-haves" before I had my first baby. It's been more than two years since that day and I've been smitten ever since. 

With a trio of different remedies, All Natural, Original and Maximum Strength, Boudreaux's Butt Paste helps to not only prevent but also treat at the slightest hint of pink. I especially like its light scent and thick-but-not-too-thick-that-you-can't-wipe-if-off-when-you-need-to consistency. 

Already plagued with a pink heinie? Boudreaux's Butt Paste to the rescue. Diaper rash is a normal part of babyhood and with frequent dirty diapers, not to mention rubbing and chafing, it's easy for those tiny tushies to suffer. Boudreaux's Butt Paste understands this and has been helping moms battle the rash since the 70's, not only providing baby with comfort but also Mom with some peace of mind.

Take a peek at this video to see the "butt soothing powers" that Boudreaux's Butt Paste has against its evil arch nemesis "Rashadon."

Now that you know some of my secrets, tell me one of yours. How do you kick the dreaded diaper rash? What tips and tricks can you share to soothe your baby? Answer this question in the comments section below and enter to win a $100 Visa Gift card. Be sure to read through the rules for additional entries! Good luck! 

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58 comments :

  1. Emmy never got a diaper rash until she was potty trained, but in a Pull-up at night. So we made sure to slather her little tush with lots of cream, and since she was older, let her run around bottomless to let the air help dry out her butt.

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  2. My little girl doesn't get diaper rash often, but when she does, we've always used a dab of Boudreaux's - clears it right up!

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  3. I am due to have my first child, a boy, in a few months and would love to know the brand you alluded to when speaking about diaper leakage overnight. I've heard of buying up a size and folding a portion of it under... to catch pee... Thanks so much!!

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  4. That is too funny.... the baby-lost-in-bed dream must be common, because I definitely suffered from that exact thing!

    We use a competitor butt product (sorry sponsors) and everything from Happiest Baby on the Block has been spot on for soothing our little dude.

    Thanks for the giveaway!!

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  5. We love Boudreaux's. works like a charm every time! As for soothing a baby, I always did lunges while holding bk. sounds silly but the motion always calmed her.

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  6. We use 2 different diaper creams and both seem to work great for Hudson. One is Boudreaux's and we've been using it since he was born...21 months ago!

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  7. We use this butt paste, aquaphor and burts bees diaper rash cream...all seem to work pretty well and we don't have diaper rash often! :)

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  8. Love the advice! I'm 37 weeks pregnant with my first, a boy too, and need all the help I can get :)

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  9. I just discovered Butt Paste a few months ago when my son was about a year and a half. I wish I'd found it sooner! I used to use Desitin but I can't stand the smell. Boudreaux's works just as well if not better and smells a lot better, too :) Glad I know about it for #2 on the way!

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  10. I have tried three different kinds of diaper rash cream. Destin was the first, seemed to work but not for the bad cases. We then tried Butt Paste and that one helped more than the Destin. I think our favorite has to be the Triple Butt Paste, it goes on really think so it seems to keep the pee off it better than the others.

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  11. On the rare occurrence that my baby girl does get diaper rash, I let her air dry as much as possible between diaper changes. Yes, I know this is risky, but the air is good for her skin.
    Then I usually use some solid coconut oil on her bottom- after a day or 2, it is usually all cleared up! :)

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  12. I change the diapers often and use wet wipes to prevent diaper rash


    elena150980@yahoo.com

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  14. I tweeted about the promotion- https://twitter.com/frugalfoodiemom/status/313707055133372417

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  15. I always used unscented wipes and put Boudreaux's Butt Paste on them if it started to look red. Thanks for the giveaway.

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  16. We use mostly cloth diapers-which helps curb our Toddler's diaper rash- but Dr. Smith's works wonders for us! Would love to try some Butt Paste too!

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  17. We would use desitin or Boudreaux's but thankfully my little guy rarely had diaper rash. And now that he's potty trained, we really have nothing to worry about anymore! Phew.

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  18. Let your baby's diaper area air dry when possible, and use barrier creams.

    mami2jcn at gmail dot com

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  19. tweet:

    https://twitter.com/mami2jcn/status/313754024035880962

    mami2jcn at gmail dot com

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  20. I also shared the video:

    https://twitter.com/ElenaIstomina/status/313772529175105537

    elena150980@yahoo.com

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  21. I could never sleep when the babies slept! Still can't! I love Boudreaux's !

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  22. I don't have any secrets to diaper rash (or any mom-related expierences), but did want to comment on how thankful I am that there are people like you who are willing to share their secrets! I plan to star this post and come back when I'm freaking out as a new mom. Thanks AP!

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  23. I don't have any secrets about diaper rash (or any mom-related experience), but I am so thankful for people like you who are willing to share their secrets with others. I plan on starring this post and returning when I'm going crazy as a new mom. Thanks AP!

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  24. I always use a barrier cream at every diaper change! Plus, daily nakey time is a must!

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  25. My tips are to change your children diapers often and let them run around with a diaper every now and then.


    s2s2 at comcast dot net

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  26. https://twitter.com/susan1215/status/315242611042557952

    s2s2 at comcast dot net

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  27. In addition to change diapers more often, we used chamomile cream to help.
    tcarolinep at gmail dot com

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  28. https://twitter.com/tcarolinep/status/315676490270396418

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  29. Dry the bottom completely and leave the diaper off some and let it get some air!

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  30. Dry the bottom throughly and leave the diaper off some to let it get some air!

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  31. I change diapers often
    merleandtina@Yahoo.com

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  32. https://twitter.com/HappyTina0115/status/316679905905631232
    merleandtina@Yahoo.com

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  33. twitted this today, 27/03
    http://www.twitter.com/myspotme

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  34. change diaper often and GLOP the cream on so it doesn't get rawer and starts to heal
    nannypanpan@gmail.com

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  35. I use baby powder and check diapers often.

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  36. Being sure to change diapers often, keep the skin clean, and using a skin protectant, works well.
    jslbrown_03 at yahoo dot com

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  37. 2nd entry tweet - https://twitter.com/LuLu_Brown24/status/316979356415188992

    jslbrown_03 at yahoo dot com

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  38. I use ointment immediately. I also try to prevent it by making sure to change the diapers often and making sure to clean and dry very well.
    Thanks so much.
    rickpeggysmith(at)aol(dot)com

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  39. Tweeted: https://twitter.com/peg42/status/317013214472851456
    Thanks
    rickpeggysmith(at)aol(dot)com

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  40. My best diaper rash tip is to use a good diaper rash cream that works for your baby and change diapers frequently.

    kellywcu8888ATgmailDOTcom

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  41. tweet
    https://twitter.com/kellydsaver/status/317017764869054464

    kellywcu8888ATgmailDOTcom

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  42. It's always good to let them air dry for a while before re-diapering.

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  43. Tweet
    https://twitter.com/clc408/status/317268623666323457

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  44. Cloth diapering seems to help, as does coconut oil!

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  45. I always use powder to help keep baby dry

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  46. First sign of diaper rash I use Boudreaux’s Butt Paste and air dry. I want to thank you for this awesome sweep and hope to win :) Thanks !!! corrysue@yahoo.com

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  47. The best tip I have for preventing diaper rash is to change diapers frequently! Another good tip is to let the bottom air dry!


    rawrms at gmail dot com

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  48. keep baby's butt clean and dry (don't let them sit too long in a wet diaper)
    stigay at comcast.net

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  49. bathe your baby on a regular basis.

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  50. Butt Paste is great!!! Works wonders

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  51. tweeted
    https://twitter.com/bdiane35/status/369666756551245825

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  52. Butt paste is the ONLY thing I ever use on diaper rashes! I discovered it when my now 5 yr old was a baby–I now have a newborn son and only use Butt paste on him as well :)


    pittsy82@hotmail.com

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  53. tweeted https://twitter.com/pittsy82/status/372509117228666881

    pittsy82@hotmail.com

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  54. A warm bath seemed to help. Also, air drying without a diaper on for a while every day was something I tried.

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  55. Tweet
    https://twitter.com/clc408/status/372823236112703488

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