Planting out babies: goals, pros and cons, tips from pediatricians

2024 Author: Priscilla Miln | [email protected]. Last modified: 2023-12-16 00:21

A baby that has appeared in the house requires special attention. Questions about how to properly care for this tiny little man are the topic of heated discussions among specialists, grandmothers and mothers all over the world.

One of them concerns the disembarkation of babies. What is this method, what is its origin, what is its technique?

Scientific justification

Early disembarkation of a newborn is not a cutting-edge innovation at all. This method has been used by our ancestors for many millennia. The issues of planting babies are explained in the ancient books of India and China, as well as in the annals of the ancient Greeks and Romans. And today, this method is used in many countries with backward economies, where there is no opportunity to use disposable diapers.

From a scientific point of view, planting babies is a fairly effective method. The point is that the acturination and defecation of the infant is directly related to the procedure of his feeding. The food entering the stomach expands it, which increases the body's need to release excess urine and feces. Quite often, mothers notice that their baby is emptying, usually during feeding or immediately after it.

In addition, due to the small volume of the bladder, the child walks "in a small way" approximately every 20-30 minutes. Adults should be guided by this periodicity. In addition, the baby certainly "reports" about his desire to free the body, giving individual signals. They can be expressed in the form of crying, screaming, squeaking, or special facial expressions and gestures.

According to the well-known pediatrician E. Komarovsky, planting a baby will not allow him to be potty trained faster. The doctor is sure that the baby will be able to relieve himself consciously no earlier than two years of his life. Until this age, parents will have to "catch the moments" when their baby gives signs indicating that he wants to go to the toilet. This is the peculiarities of the development of human thinking, his physiology, as well as the formation of the necessary skills. Disembarkation of newborns allows you to create a habit in a child to poop and pee in a certain position in a special place. But it is in no way connected with his conscious desire to adhere to the rules of hygiene and go to the potty.

What is this?

Planting newborns (see the photo of the procedure in the article) is the process of teaching the little man to copehis natural needs are not in panties or diapers, but when he, being in the arms of an adult in a semi-sitting position, empties his intestines or bladder over a sink, bath or basin. Sometimes parents put a waterproof diaper or folded newspaper on them.

It should be borne in mind that the children do not sit. They cope with their needs in the natural fetal position for an infant. So, according to Dr. Komarovsky, planting a baby who is not physiologically ready for this cannot be carried out, and no one calls for such a thing. Parents will need to potty train their baby much later.

Pros of the method

What does Komarovsky say about disembarking newborns? He is sure that the parents of the crumbs should make a decision in any case. If the mother believes that the baby should be either in her arms or in close proximity from a very early age, then she still needs to learn this method. But if a woman is sure that it is more correct, if the child spends most of her time in a crib with a pacifier, then she simply will not be able to plant him. Then it is better to put on a baby diaper. But in any case, parents are encouraged to evaluate all the pros and cons of such a method.

The top arguments for early toilet training for babies are:

• dryness of the ass, on which there will be no diaper rash and irritation;
• no overheating of the genitals;
• carrying out a regular and gentle processhardening and timely washing;
• no need to spend significant amounts of money on hygiene creams, powders and diapers;
• higher likelihood of earlier potty training, which will allow parents to be proud of the baby, who stopped “dirty” panties before his peers.

According to psychologists, the early planting of the crumbs is not only his "going to the toilet." This process is more than that. It allows you to strengthen the connection between the baby and mother at a subconscious level. In the future, this will allow a woman to understand her child literally from a half-word, and also to feel his mood. Brings the planting method and considerable benefits to the baby. The baby gets to know his body, becomes more self-confident and gains independence in personal hygiene.

Getting newborns early saves the environment. After all, disposable diapers are garbage, which also takes a long time to decompose. In this regard, only one child during the year is able to pollute nature with a whole ton of diapers. And if they are used before they are 2 years old, the environmental damage will be doubled.

Early transplant helps with common baby problems like colic and constipation. Of course, to date, manufacturers have developed many drugs that alleviate the condition of newborns. Also, some parents, based on good intentions, insert an enema or a bar of soap into the baby's ass. However, mostnature has developed a fairly simple way that will save the small body from gaziki and torment. And they are early planting. Suffice it to recall the so-called fetal position. It is recommended for use by adults suffering from constipation. Such a position allows you to alleviate suffering and is the most convenient physiologically. The position of the baby's body during disembarkation is the same, and the procedure itself allows you to save him from discomfort in the tummy.

Cons of the method

Despite the positive aspects of planting, not everyone is sure that it is useful. What are the disadvantages of this method?

1. A young mother does not always feel well. A woman is weakened after childbirth, and it can be very difficult for her to organize the landing of crumbs.
2. Mom will need to be constantly on the alert, which is why she will have to give up many household chores for a while. After all, she needs to watch the baby almost constantly in order to catch his desire to go to the toilet.
3. Great risk of not being on time. The lack of a diaper for a baby whose mother dropped her off at the wrong time will lead to the need to wash diapers, clothes and clean furniture.
4. Baby will often have to dress and undress. If the planting practice is carried out in winter and the house is cold, then such procedures will be hazardous to his he alth.
5. Mom will have to spend a lot of time and effort, while being patient.
6. It is impossible to apply planting in a store, on the road or in a cafe. Yes, and go for walks with the baby in the winter, without putting on himdiaper, hardly possible.

In addition, if the baby is premature, then his body temperature is often low.

Diapers, on the other hand, warm the baby a little and make the process of his adaptation to the world around him more comfortable. In the case when such a baby appeared in the family, it is better to use diapers for him.

Golden mean

So is it still worth using the method of planting babies or not? Having considered different points of view, it is worth finding a compromise between them. No need to be categorical and be only "for" or "against". For example, during the day, being in a calm home environment, the baby can be allowed to enjoy freedom without wearing diapers. They should be used for a walk, at night, during those periods when mom needs rest or she is sick.

Adhering to such a golden mean, you can finally understand this issue and determine for yourself whether the baby and his parents need to be planted or not. It should be borne in mind that there are no ready-made solutions. After all, every child and his mother have their own unique personality. And each of the adults should finally weigh the pros and cons, abandoning the practice of early planting, or, conversely, acting according to their own instincts or the needs of the newborn.

Where to start?

Is it difficult to carry out the process of planting a baby with constipation and colic? No. These steps are not that difficult. In their implementation, however, as in everything that concernsbabies, it will take some initial effort.

If a mother decides to work hard for the comfort of her child and learn to understand and respond sensitively to his needs, then she will need to follow the simple rules of such a procedure.

When to start planting a baby? It is recommended to use this technique from the earliest period of a newborn's life. The sooner the planting is carried out, the better for both mother and baby. It is advisable to do this from the very birth of the crumbs, while he has not yet lost obvious behavioral reactions when there is a need to empty the intestines or bladder. Indeed, at the age of 6-8 weeks, such “warnings” almost completely disappear. It will become much more difficult for mom to catch this moment, and disembarking newborns with colic can be a real test.

You will need to constantly listen and look closely at the movements and sounds of the newborn. This will soon make it easy to identify the signs by which the baby lets you know that he wants to go to the toilet.

If, when disembarking the baby, the mother did not have time a little and the “process” has already begun, then she should still substitute a basin, while saying “piss-piss”. This will allow the child to gain a reflex connection between the process itself and the sounds being uttered. Subsequently, it will be much easier for him to empty his intestines and bladder after the command of an adult.

It is necessary and if necessary to plant a baby without his demand. So, do itshould be before a walk, as well as before and after sleep. Planting a baby over a sink or over a basin should be carried out in cases where enough time has passed since the previous act of emptying, which indicates that, most likely, the right moment is about to come. This procedure will allow the baby to empty his bladder a little earlier than he feels discomfort.

Planting a baby from gaziki can be done by giving him a breast. At the same time, the baby should be above the basin, and the mother says “pee-pee” and “ah”. The breast is recommended to be given due to the fact that in this way it is possible to achieve a natural relaxation of all the muscles of the crumbs. After all, this is why babies empty their bowels and bladder during feeding.

Most likely, when planting a baby from gas and constipation, the process will not begin immediately. Mom will have to wait a while. But in the event that the baby begins to actively protest, it is not recommended to force him. After all, this will certainly lead to the opposite effect. In this case, the planting of newborns from colic should be repeated after some time. It is also worth analyzing how much the baby ate before. It is possible that his bladder and bowels are simply not full at the moment.

It is recommended to pay attention to the individual characteristics of the newborn. So, some babies pee immediately after waking up, while others after some time, after their body finally “wakes up”. The intervals between the need to empty the urinarybubble. In girls, they tend to be longer. That is why it is best to make a decision on how often to transplant newborns from colic, by experience.

Dry diapers and a basin for such a procedure should always be at hand. After all, the baby should not feel the throwing and anxiety of the mother, because of which he himself will start to get nervous.

When disembarking a child, it should be borne in mind that until the age of 18 months, he will not be able to consciously control such processes. And this is the case even when parents think otherwise. In addition, even as he gets older, he will not always wear dry pants. Given this, a woman should not reproach herself for failures and complain about them.

Disembarking a newborn becomes available only when he is constantly next to his mother. But this does not mean at all that she will have to constantly monitor her baby and respond to his every rustle. Mom may well take up cooking, knitting or reading a book. The main thing is that the baby is close and always in sight. Otherwise, it will be simply impossible to notice its signals, indicating the desire to empty the intestines or bladder.

Typical mistakes

At first, when planting newborns from constipation and colic, it will be very difficult for mom. But after she begins to easily determine the urges of her child, the process will become much easier. In addition, you will need to take into account some of the mistakes that young mothers often make.when planting, and try to avoid them. And this:

1. Excessive diligence. Signals for urination and defecation do not differ in uniformity and constancy. This makes it necessary to rely only on one's own intuition, and not on the existing baggage of experience and knowledge. That is why a woman should relax and not try to constantly “catch” the right moment.
2. Inconvenience. It is quite easy to plant a baby at home. How do you do it while outside? If you want to use the method everywhere, you will need to decide in advance how to do it near the playground, in the park, etc.
3. Lack of practice. It is impossible to read about the landing of a baby with gases in any educational literature. Not always help to finally master this technique and the advice of experienced mothers. In order to master this process, you will need to practice more often, spending some time on learning.
4. Uncertainty. Some mothers, seeing the urge of the child, do not always recognize them, while deciding not to do anything. When using the technique, it is recommended to relax and allow yourself to make mistakes. And if the planting turned out to be productive and timely, then the woman should praise herself.
5. Age features of the baby. From 6 months, the baby begins to gradually understand the world around him and actively get to know him, looking closely at the behavior of adults. At this age, children are already beginning to endure a little, feeling the urge. This leads to the fact that the mother is often faced with a situation where the child wants to empty the bladder or intestines, but does notTogo. Adults cannot correct this situation. However, it should be understood that this is a wonderful sign that the baby has already become available control over their desires.
6. Perfectionism. Some moms want to be perfect. However, it is simply impossible to constantly guess the urges of the little one. After all, the regular signs that the body will soon empty itself may well change. That is why striving to constantly plant a baby in a timely manner is simply unrealistic.

How to fix the result?

Baby transfer is a process that can be influenced. You can relax the excretory system by making light pats, as well as stroking the lower abdomen and buttocks. No need to be afraid to overpraise the crumbs. He should hear affectionate phrases with which the mother needs to accompany the process of not only emptying, but also washing away. They will relax the baby.

Planting the baby over the sink is recommended to be done by turning on a weak jet of water. Her sounds will also allow the baby to relax. An adult should behave patiently, calmly and affectionately.

Sometimes a child, who was planted by her mother from birth, suddenly begins to protest against this procedure. One of the reasons for this state may be the onset of a period of upholding independence and the right to decide everything for yourself. Some older babies need privacy. This is the only way they can go to the toilet.

Another reason for whims when planting can be the lack of desire of adults andfurther "tinkering" with the crumbs. Babies feel it on a subconscious level. Some parents even begin to express their dissatisfaction aloud, swearing and grumbling. So adults are advised to watch their behavior and speech.

The third reason can be washing procedures if they are unpleasant for the baby. They must be carried out carefully, using water only at a comfortable temperature.

The fourth reason for not planting is the cold. It is possible that the baby is cold, spending a long time without clothes.

There are certain positions for disembarking newborns. You can get acquainted with them in the book "Life without diapers", the author of which is Ingrid Bauer. From a large number of such poses, let's get acquainted with the main one, as well as with its three variations, which are used most often.

Classic

Using this position when disembarking newborns from colic (see photo below), the mother can either stand, sit or lie down. In the latter case, the procedure can be carried out even at night. The woman does not even have to get out of bed. It will be enough to hang the child's ass over a basin standing on the floor. Mom's hand should securely and tightly wrap around the baby's body. If possible, it is recommended to slightly move one of its legs aside. This will free up the groin area a bit.

The baby's head should lie on mommy, resting against her chest, if she is standing or sitting.

Carrying out the planting of the baby with colic, a womanyou will need to keep your other hand under the crumbs knee joint. If the child is more than a year old, then he can be allowed to sit on the potty. At the same time, mom should be nearby and hold his hand. It is not necessary to refuse physical contact with your child. Without mom's help, the baby will stop "asking" and will try to do everything on his own.

But still, the position in which the mother holds her child in her arms is the most effective in terms of psychology and physiology. Using a classic pose, you should steadily follow two points:

1. Baby's knees should be above his buttocks. The pelvis of the crumbs at the same time seems to be hanging in the air. It is very important. In a similar position, the muscles of the small pelvis begin to work and the sphincter relaxes. This is worth keeping in mind when purchasing a child seat for the toilet. Being on it, the baby will not be able to place his knees above the buttocks. That is why it is not recommended to purchase such a device until he is fully accustomed to the potty.
2. Mandatory presence of mother's help or bodily contact with her. Moreover, such requirements must be adhered to throughout the planting.

Similar rules should be followed when applying other positions. However, when using them, some other features are added.

Pose for newborns

When dropping off the baby, the mother can sit, stand or lie down. The head of the baby should be located on her shoulder. With the same hand, she will need to hold the baby under her knees. The woman's second hand should becompletely free. In addition to the fact that the baby's knees are higher than the priests and the pelvis hangs freely in the air, it also lacks support on the cervical spine.

From the knees

This provision is especially true in cases where the baby has severe diarrhea or suffers from intestinal upset. The “from the knees” position for such children will be as comfortable as possible. It does not imply a load on either the cervical or lumbar spine, which is why it can be used for both the smallest babies and older children. Tactile contact in this position is maximum. Mom is relaxed, her hands are free, which allows her to stroke the baby's tummy. But it should be borne in mind that with constipation, the “kneeling” pose is not recommended.

Breast-up

This position is recommended during night feedings, as it allows the baby to continue sleeping. You should also use this method of planting a baby with constipation, as it will allow the baby to relax as much as possible. In addition, during breastfeeding, the baby, as a rule, will definitely want to go to the toilet. It is best for the mother to lie on her side, because the process of planting should be equally comfortable for both the woman and the child.

There are quite a few provisions for a baby to empty their bladder and intestines into a pre-prepared container. But you don't need to know all of them. Having decided to start planting a newborn, do not be afraid to experiment. This will allow you to empirically find the most comfortable position for yourself.