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Children are not born knowing what they should do or how to conduct themselves any more than they are born knowing how to talk, walk or do anything for that matter. Parents need to guide their children, and children need that guidance to learn to make sense of the world. 

The long wait is over. Your baby is snuggled warmly and safely in your arms, making you feel both relieved and delighted. He may not be as picture perfect as you had imagined, and your feelings of excitement and exhilaration may be dampened by feelings of fatigue and post-delivery discomfort and pain, but the feelings of motherhood are undoubtedly thrilling. It's good for you to know what to expect in the coming few weeks as this may help you to cope better. Bear in mind that no matter how challenging or stressful this stage is, it will soon be over!

You just found out that you're pregnant and you're thrilled! The feeling of excitement is overwhelming as you try to assimilate the news and comprehend what kind of changes you will have to deal with.

    It's important that you know that your body will change, your priorities will change, and your emotions will change as well. It's reassuring to know that most pregnant women experience unexpected mood swings. These emotional ups and downs are referred to as maternity blues, and have biological, psychological and social aspects to them. Understanding the reasons for your mood swings is the best way to deal with them.
 

If your baby just won't stop crying, don't panic. Colic is a normal condition, and it will pass. Until it does, try the following tips for soothing your baby.

What is colic?
Colic is defined as periodic, fussy crying in an otherwise normal, healthy baby who has no medical problem. A colicky baby will cry incessantly in a high-pitched tone from 30 minutes to three hours at about the same time every day - usually in the early evening. His face may become very red and he may pull his legs up to his stomach. If you touch your baby's abdomen, it might feel very tight and hard, and he might pass gas to relieve this pressure. Colic begins in the first month of life, usually peaks at six weeks and then gradually declines and disappears by the time the baby is four months old. Although distressing to parents, colic is quite common and is harmless to the baby.