These days seem to be frantic with a thousand preparations. That the gifts, that the food, that the visits, all matters that are part of Christmas, but that a baby of a few months cannot understand. When a new member arrives in the family everything changes, so we must modify some habits so that the baby also has a Merry Christmas.
First of all, Christmas is a time of the year to enjoy with the family. It is important that all family members have a good time, but the priority is baby's well-being, especially if it's your first Christmas. So we will give you three tips so that these days are unforgettable.
We have commented on other occasions that the most advisable thing with a small baby is that they invite you instead of inviting, since it is not the same to have to take care of preparing dinner, of the guests and of your baby, that arriving at someone's house When everything is ready. But personally I have felt more comfortable Christmas in which I have invited home. The baby feels more comfortable in an environment that he knows, among his things, and at bedtime you can put him to bed where he does every night. You also have everything you might need on hand.
Whether you go to another house or celebrate it in your own home, try to modify its routines as little as possible. Do not try to keep him awake if he is sleepy to "enjoy Christmas" because you will only get him to be upset. All he needs is to sleep peacefully more or less at the time he usually does every night.
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In Babies and more First Christmas with the baby? Do not invite, invite youEspecially if the baby is already crawling or taking his first steps, be very careful with anything that may pose a risk, such as stairs, plugs, the ornaments of the tree that attract your attention, or that you take a small piece of the brother's toy to the mouth.
With many people circulating and a small baby, avoid carelessness that can cause accidents. Although dinner is very entertaining, take care not to take your eyes off your little explorer.
Gifts can wait
A baby of a few months does not understand the meaning of Christmas gifts, gifts that on the other hand neither do you need. Family members buy super excited toys but the truth is that the baby can not yet appreciate this gesture.
Therefore, if you distribute the gifts at night (at home we give them at 12 at night), do not try to keep the baby awake to open them. Either they are given before, or you let him sleep peacefully and you already give them to him tomorrow.
Young children are especially sensitive to stimuli, so keep in mind the needs of your baby so you also have a merry christmas. It is definitely a special date for everyone to enjoy as a family, but for them they are days like any other.
