Jami Yaeger

Parenting Specialist

Jami Yaeger is a Parenting Specialist, Doula, and the Owner of AustinBorn, an online community offering comprehensive and modern education to growing families. With 10 years of experience, Jami specializes in whole family support for pregnancy, birth, postpartum, and parenting. Jami earned her BA in Theatre Performance from San Diego State University and earned her Certification as a Lactation Education Counselor from the University of California, San Diego. She is a Certified Infant and Child CPR Instructor, Birth and Postpartum Doula, and Childbirth Educator.

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Need ideas for baby shower gifts

Newborn babies need four basic things: they need to be fed, they need to be clean, they need to be warm, and they need love. Consider getting a baby shower gift that falls into one of those categories. They'll need a car seat, a new crib that's meeting safety standards, clothes, diapers, bottles, formula... Swaddle blankets are really a great way to help babies feel safe and secure in this massive world. They're coming from such a small place into this big world that we live in as adults, and swaddling is a great way to help soothe babies and help make them feel secure enough to sleep and to help during periods of crying.

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What kinds of things does my baby need for the first year?

Your baby really just needs their basic needs met— they need to be fed and clean, their temperature needs to be regulated, and they need to be loved. When you're making a list of baby items, divide them up based on those categories, then make the list. That can help keep you from getting so overwhelmed.

How should I care for my baby's umbilical stump?

Keep the area clean and dry, and just give it time to heal. Give your baby sponge baths, and fold the front of their diaper down so it doesn't irritate the area. Also, never pull the umbilical cord as it's healing, even if it's only attached by the tiniest bit.

What are the benefits of wearing a belly wrap?

A belly wrap provides compression and support for your abdominal muscles, which may be tender or stretched from pregnancy and giving birth. They can also be used to help alleviate pain in the back, pelvis, joints, and around a Cesarean incision.

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How to Use a Belly Bandit

Do abdominal binders help after C-sections? Can you wear them while you sleep? Your questions, answered For many new moms, wearing a Belly Bandit (or belly band) can help strengthen the mid-section in the postpartum peri...

Signs You’re Not Bonding With Your Baby (& What to Do About It)

How to feel more emotionally connected to your newborn Not every parent feels a connection to their newborn right away, and that’s nothing to be ashamed of! Building a kinship with your child is a long journey, not an ...

How to

Set Up a Pack 'N Play

A Pack ‘n Play is a convenient, portable piece of equipment that allows babies to play safely in most locations. While the packaging may seem intimidating, this item is simple to set up, use, and put away. To assemble,...

How to

Prepare a Child for Their First Flight

If you’ve never flown with your child and they’re still too young to fully understand the process, you may be anxious about getting them ready for the air. Take a deep breath. Other parents have been through this and...

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Change an Extremely Dirty Diaper

Changing diapers is something you will just have to get used to if you have a baby. Some diapers are easy to change, but others are extremely messy. If you're changing an extremely dirty diaper, be sure to use the proper...

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Take Care of a Newborn

So you've brought home your little bundle of joy -- now what? Though taking care of your newborn can be one of the most special and rewarding experiences of your life, you may feel at a loss for what to do and will need ...

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Clean a Baby's Belly Button

Cleaning your baby’s belly button can be easily managed at home. Depending on whether their umbilical cord has fallen off or not, the cleaning process is a little different. Babies with intact umbilical stumps can get ...

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Put a Newborn in a Car Seat

Securing a newborn in a car seat can be intimidating, especially if you’ve never done it before. It’s important to get the proper seat positioning and level of snugness in the straps to keep your newborn safe. Luckil...

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Train Baby Hair

Baby hair can range from almost non-existent to a full head of hair. Babies who have lots of hair may have sections that stand straight up or that fall into their eyes, while babies with long hair may end up with tangles...

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