Contacts
Feeding
2.5–3 hBetween bottles
6 ozPer bottle
2–4 ozPurees, 2× a day
- Keep him upright for 10–15 min after a bottle so he doesn't spit up.
- To warm a bottle: fill a bowl with hot tap water and let the bottle sit for 10+ minutes.
- We'll help monitor new food introductions.
Diaper Changes
- Change before each nap, or right away when he poops. Otherwise, as needed.
- Extra diapers and wipes are in the closet. If we're low, let us know!
Schedule
1st Wake Window 2.5 h
- Bottle 1
Nap 1.5 h
- Assemble bottles
- Start laundry (if applicable)
- Wash toys
2nd Wake Window 3.25 h
- Moisturize with Aveeno lotion and Aquaphor
- Change clothes for the day
- Bottle 2 + puree
- Bottle 3, right before nap
Nap 1.5 h
3rd Wake Window 3.5 h
- Bottle 4 + puree
- Bottle 5, right before bed
Bedtime
Naptime
- Use a sleep sack, and turn on the fan, humidifier, and sound machine when putting him down.
- Draw the curtains, but leave a little light.
- Crib must be completely clear of objects.
- Rock him to sleep if he agrees to it. You might have to try holding him in different positions.
- Keep an eye on him with the monitor.
Safety
Epi-pen is in his diaper bag.
- After crawling around the house, please wash his hands!
- He really likes the doorstoppers, but they're a choking hazard.
- Any toys he chases through the house should be cleaned afterwards.
- Please keep him away from cords and be on the lookout for choking hazards. We're in the process of baby-proofing!
Milestones
- Rolls both ways
- Pulls himself around the house, but isn't fully crawling yet
- Pulls to stand, but needs support when standing
- Sits well, but will occasionally topple. Just make sure he won't hit his head on something very hard if he does.
- Eats purees, and we're looking to start baby-led weaning
Activities
- Blanket + toys in his room
- Farm Exersaucer
- Pack 'n Play + toys
- Read books together!
- Sing to him! He also has a ukulele in his room.
- Peek-a-boo!
- Toy bar (in his closet)
- Assisted walks around the house
- Standing on the couch seat and looking out the window
- Looking in mirrors
- Walks in the neighborhood (let's talk first!)
Screen Time
- No screen time for him.
- Feel free to use your phone or watch something while he's napping.
Laundry
- At least once a week, or as needed
- Use Free & Clear (unscented) detergent
- Wash on cold, extra rinse
- Dry on manual, low heat, for 1 h
- Remove any toys from the laundry basket before drying
Communication
Please don't hesitate to reach us throughout the day! Text us for non-emergencies, or shout for us if something is more urgent.
As you spend time with Arthur, we'd love feedback on toys or activities he might like, safety hazards we might not be aware of, clothes that no longer fit him, or anything he (or you) might need.