The Mimou Babywear Blog

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What to Do with a Newborn: Activities, Daily Framework, and What Actually Matters

New parents often feel lost about what they're supposed to do with a baby who mostly sleeps. Here's the honest, practical guide: the feed-awake-sleep framework, the most developmentally valuable activities, and what newborns genuinely don't need.

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Cradle Cap: Causes, Treatment, and When It Clears Up

Cradle cap is harmless and resolves on its own, but it can look alarming. Here's what causes the greasy yellowish scales, the gentle oil-and-brushing technique that works, and how to tell it apart from eczema when you're not sure.

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How to Bathe a Newborn: Step-by-Step Guide for New Parents

The first newborn bath looks more precarious than it is. Here's the complete step-by-step guide — water temperature, technique, sponge bathing before the cord falls off, and the strategies that work when baby hates being bathed.

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Baby Ear Infection: Signs, When to See a Doctor, and Treatment

Ear infections affect 80% of children under 3 and are usually easy to treat. Here's how to recognize the signs in a baby who can't tell you their ear hurts, when antibiotics are actually indicated, and how to manage pain effectively at home.

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Newborn Jaundice: Causes, Treatment, and When to Worry

Newborn jaundice affects most babies in the first week and usually resolves on its own. Here's the complete guide to why it happens, the different types, how bilirubin is measured, when phototherapy is needed, and the warning signs that require prompt evaluation.

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Newborn Hiccups: Why They Happen and What to Do

Newborn hiccups are normal, common, and rarely uncomfortable for babies. Here's why they happen (immature nervous system, swallowed air, fast feeds), how to reduce their frequency, and when — in rare cases — to speak to a pediatrician.

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Baby Colic: Causes, What Actually Helps, and How to Survive It

Colic affects up to 40% of babies and peaks at 6 weeks. Here's the honest, evidence-based guide to what causes it, the treatments that actually work (probiotics top the list), and how to manage the emotional toll.

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How to Burp a Baby: 3 Positions, Technique, and What’s Normal

Burping a baby efficiently is a learnable skill. Here are the 3 most effective positions, the right timing during feeds, and what's normal after — so you can turn a frustrating routine into a reliable two-minute habit.

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Diaper Rash: Causes, Types, Treatment & Prevention Guide

Diaper rash is one of the most common infant conditions — and most cases resolve quickly with the right approach. Here's how to identify the three main types, the treatments that actually work for each, and a practical prevention routine.

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How to Swaddle a Baby: Step-by-Step Technique and Safety Guide

Swaddling done correctly calms newborns, suppresses the startle reflex, and extends sleep. Here’s the complete step-by-step guide, the safety rules that cannot be skipped, and exactly when to stop.

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When Does the Umbilical Cord Fall Off? Newborn Care Guide

The umbilical cord stump typically falls off in 1–3 weeks. Here's how to care for it, what's normal during the process, and when to call your pediatrician — plus what to dress baby in during this stage.

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When Do Newborns Start to See? Baby Vision Development Guide

Newborn vision is more limited than most parents realize. Here's exactly what babies can see at birth, the full visual development timeline through 12 months, and how to support healthy eyesight from day one.

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How to Wash Baby Clothes: The Complete Guide for New Parents

Washing baby clothes isn't complicated — but doing it right from the start protects delicate fabrics, prevents skin irritation, and makes every piece last longer. Here's everything new parents need to know.