Your Baby’s First Year

Caring for a new baby can be both exciting and scary. You are not alone. There are valuable resources and support to help you provide the best care for your baby!

Finding a pediatrician

If you haven’t done so already, it is important that you find a pediatrician for your baby. Ask your friends and family or your OB/GYN for recommendations. Making sure your newborn is receiving regular check-ups is important for their health and development.

Breastfeeding

We encourage every mom to breastfeed their baby if possible. Even if it is for one day, the initial colostrum that your body produces is full of valuable nutrients and antibodies that will support your baby’s health and well-being.

For more information about the benefits of breastfeeding

Breastfeeding Benefits Both Baby and Mom | DNPAO | CDC

Safe Sleep

In Cuyahoga County, an average of two babies die every month due to an unsafe sleep environment. An unsafe sleep environment includes things like bed-sharing, pillows, blankets, bumper pads, or any other soft items.

Sleep-related deaths are the most preventable cause of infant death.

Always put your baby to sleep Alone, on his/her Back, in a bare-naked Crib, and Don’t smoke around the baby.