10 NEW MOM HACKS || Making Newborn Life Easier

[@TigerAnaMaria]

You can use puppy pads as changing matts. They absorb everything fast, cheap and disposable.

[@danielleneuhalfen8102]

I used to be a pediatric nurse and diaper cream acts as a barrier to protect the broken down skin. I was taught after you put it on you don’t wipe it off on the next change. Just wipe normally and get rid of the poop. If you need to reapply in areas that is ok. After 1-2 changes it will probably come off and you can gently wipe the sensitive area and apply new. I hope this helps!

[@bethanyb7283]

My baby had really bad diaper rash and also did the biggest poops I've ever seen come out of a child that small (literally took him to the dr due to poop size lmao) so I just didn't feel like he was clean or fresh if I didn't wipe all the diaper cream off and reapply afterwards!

[@Imthatgirlie]

Oh this definitely helps! Soooooo many people!! Delivering in 10 days, and wasn’t sure on this!! So thank you!!!

[@LB-fg2ph]

I’m a first time mum due any time now - this is super helpful! Thank you for taking the time to comment, I will remember this moving forward 🤗🙏

[@tiffclarke1157]

@@LB-fg2ph aww hows mummy life

[@aidarisyazmin]

​@@bethanyb7283😂❤

[@kaylarodriguez7626]

I’m a soon to be first time mom and I LOVE how I didn’t anticipate ANYTHING you said for any other these tips! Super creative and helpful

[@AshleyEmbers]

Hhaha that’s awesome 😄

[@ipenkodaniel2305]

I really appreciate working with you sir @fundzhack on Telegram I got 10btc daily with your software

[@katherinehahn478]

Congrats! I'm a mom and expecting another! I know I'm a year late! But I hope all is well

[@mrsshuler]

For the wipes, add a hair band around it. It’ll keep the tissues in and only one will come out :)

[@kyliepretty5072]

We always keep an extra large ziplock bag to put the pooped onsies in. Just pour some water in there and put it back in the diaper bag, throw it in the wash later :)

[@s.a.w5493]

I’m only in my second trimester so I haven’t been doing too much post-birth research (trying not to overwhelm myself). This is the first newborn video I’ve watched and it was so calm and reassuring. It makes me feel a little more informed and capable. Thank you! 😊

[@AshleyEmbers]

Hey! Do what makes you comfortable. Sometimes it’s best to live in the dark a little bit. If you want more encouragement, check out my “what I didn’t expect from motherhood” video 😊

[@christinewitney88]

I wish someone had have told me to not buy $30 onesies because as soon as that newborn mustard poop gets on them they are ruined forever!! 😩

[@alexjones9215]

Lay then out in the sun after washing instead of drying them! Lifesaver!

[@am1997artist]

Oxyclean overnight soak

[@Chelle130]

Dreft Laundry Stain Remover - it removes all those yellow poop stains. I just removed stains from a white outfit last night, even after already washing it once before without spraying on the stain remover.

[@juicysatsumabeauty]

I mean, you shouldn't spend 30 bucks on a newborn onesies coz they fit in them for all of 5 minutes!

[@SaiyanElf]

Scrub with dish soap. My baby has had so many blowouts but I've managed to save all of his clothes because of dish soap.

[@niagaskin1054]

Dreft has an amazing stain remover!!!! Even if it’s been a few hours and the poop has dried I’ll spray it then rub it with paper towel some and leave it for a few minutes and spray it again right before throwing it in the washer. It’s been a life saver and kept white blown out clothes white and clean.

[@AshleyEmbers]

Oooo that’s good to know 😊

[@AlishaPeisha]

Oh that's so helpful! I will try this!

[@druepinkerton4973]

These are great tips! As far as wipe hacks go, when I lay my baby down to change her I open my pack of wipes and go ahead and pull out a couple before I take off her diaper, that way I can just wipe freely, no struggle and if I happen to have one leftover at the end it’s simple to just fold it in half and tuck it back in the pack for later!

[@AshleyEmbers]

My husband does that too!

[@heathertaylor6315]

A lot of your tips are exactly what I learned with my first. There is so many moms on you tube that think they need all these fancy things but it's refreshing to see another mom just using what you have instead of buying what you don't need

[@chilipepperfann]

Yes!

[@RenaGoss]

For the wipes, I grab like 4 pre-changing so I dont have any problems. I use 4 or less pee or poop to change my baby

[@amaradryden720]

Damn, I use half a bag but he takes huge shits and I don't want him to have a chance at being itchy later so I give him tons of swipes. Costs too much

[@rosem4654]

This is what I did too pre take out wipes like the average amount you’ll need around 4 max

[@Hot8903]

I did the same thing with all my siblings before i even took diaper off i pulled out wipes depending on if just pee pee or poop would depend how many id pull out in advance lol made the changes so much faster also had the new diaper already under them

[@MissHawes0187]

Ok im jealous. Tf did u learn all this in 2 months ive been a mom for EVER...took me deckades to get those burp positions down

[@lazarlegacy2753]

New moms out there! You are not alone. Being a first time mom comes with some anxieties! Don't be hard in yourself you got this!! LazarLegacy

[@roromerigulgapa1246]

I not a mom and I already feel the anxiety.

[@hm12o]

I use A&D ointment on my little lady's bum and neck folds. It works great as a protective barrier without residue build up. Also, careful with rising and lowering of your baby after the feed, in can result in gastric reflux unfortunately :(

[@SweetDreamsBakeShoppe]

Okay that wipe hack is fab. Unfortunately I don’t have a drawer so instead I’m still tossing the holder around as I try to rip out the wipe 😂

[@AshleyEmbers]

😂

[@dacinelli3098]

Aquaphore is a life changer!!! Its clear, great for diaper rashes and other skin elements. Took me a while 😅 but a little does go a long way 1 jar for my to toddlers last about month/month 1/2. Thank you for the mom tips I found a lot of them helpful and needed.

[@alexasandidge4956]

I know some people take their baby into the bath tube with them, resting them in their lap and washing them.

[@melissasippy6629]

I always showered with my newborns. So easy and bonding.

[@sammcarroll6748]

I’ve always done this, so much easier! Good skin on skin contact too.

[@toussaint16]

Might try this but what if they poop on me. Oh well 😔 mom got to do what they got to do

[@alexasandidge4956]

@@toussaint16 that’s why I do this as a shower and not a bath. I did a bath a couple times and one time they pooped haha

[@BloodSweatandFears]

Just had my baby girl 10 hours ago! This is the best real Mom to Mom tips I’ve seen! Thanks so much 😊

[@SofiaAbrantes]

Not even a mom yet and was glued to the screen. You're so authentic and sweet, love your content 🥰 you also had me giggling which is so rare for KZbinrs these days, the poop soup and you trying to describe his privates without getting demonetized was absolute gold! Cheers from a fellow minimalism KZbinr❤️

[@Ismokecrackontuesdays]

Love how your so real and raw. Not telling me to buy hella shit lol

[@sabinamoreno3576]

That hair band tip is amazing! With my son I don’t remember actually doing anything to keep track and it just worked I guess. But I feel like this time my brain is in shambles and with a toddler already I’ll definitely need reminders! So thank you so much! So simple and effective! Xxx

[@AshleyEmbers]

Totally!! I’m so glad it’s helpful!

[@HS-jh4zm]

"Poop soup" 😂 Oh the joys of motherhood! 😊

[@hinatasunshine25]

Instead of desitin we use Vaseline her pediatrician recommended it because her diaper rash wasn't getting any better with the desitin. It really got so much better with the Vaseline and it's easy to clean off.

[@rachellettner2050]

These were legit hacks! Thank you! Finally a video that was not full of obvious hacks. Just a thought: can you link any products mentioned in your description box? That would be super helpful!! Thanks!

[@AshleyEmbers]

Thank you! And yes I will link them!

[@homemadebyjordan7537]

1) why is she just not using a baby bathtub or the bathtub bloom for bathing her baby? Putting towels at the bottom of a tub seems really pointless 2) for the wipes why doesn’t she just use a wipe warmer or something that makes 1 wipe come out at a time and problem solved ?

[@CrazyShawty95]

The car seat hold.. Blew my mind. My 5ft 3 self appreciates that tip!

[@AshleyEmbers]

Love it! 😄

[@janinedear-barlow]

What's your height got to do with it?

[@CrazyShawty95]

@@janinedear-barlow carrying my daughters car seat was as issue as it would bump into the floor and my legs.. Holding it up like that would prevent that issue.

[@janinedear-barlow]

@@CrazyShawty95 ah ok. I'm 5ft 0 but I carry at the front on both my arms as too heavy with baby in.

[@MoreSereinWu]

Okay genius hacks! I'm due in 2 months and taking notes. Love the wipes hack and the bracelet one for breastfeeding because the apps seem to be complicated in the middle of the night, lol.

[@AshleyEmbers]

Thank you, and good luck with labour and delivery! ☺️

[@MoreSereinWu]

@@AshleyEmbers Thank you!

[@yuenath]

if you have the air purifier on all night, make sure you have a humidifier esp bc of the season changes to colder, drier air D: i learned this after my face started to get eczema as well as dry throat at night (mostly in the room that my baby is in)

[@AshleyEmbers]

Oh my, I didn’t even think of that!

[@KyoKola]

I really appreciate all your new mama and newborn videos! My first ever baby is due in November and I am just soaking this content up.

[@AshleyEmbers]

Thanks for the feedback and good luck with labour and delivery!

[@nataliediana1021]

I absolutely loved my bathtub that came with a hammock. HATE bending over, rather spend 20$ then donate it 😂 definitely worth it!!!

[@AshleyEmbers]

Hahaha fair enough 😄

[@AshleyS.]

Agreed

[@TheFabuu]

and if you have this „yellows accidents“ in the cloths, abd they don‘t wash out, put it in the sunlight. it disapear! also, in a few month‘s, for carrots stains. (so, you can understand what i mean. i‘m from switzerland... 😉🙈😂) greetings from here👋🏻

[@AshleyEmbers]

Great advice and hello from Canada 😄

[@christinewitney88]

Thank you I shall try this today

[@TheFabuu]

Christine Co great, let me know if it works💪🏻

[@StephAnie-ck8rb]

Girl, you are adorable! Thank you for the advice, about to be a first time mom in about 1 month!!

[@felicityeckiwaudah4045]

If you’re using cloth diapers be carful with diaper creams they can ruin the diaper.

[@leirose3189]

You just need to make sure the diaper cream is cloth diaper safe :)

[@wilmavanschalkwyk4040]

You can use natural products like coconut oil or cloth diaper safe creams. Generally you don't need creams when using cloth nappies. You can also use a fleece liner when using normal bum creams

[@ashleysmallwood3501]

These hacks are amazing!!! If you get the large swaddle blankets you can tie the corners together and put it around your neck to cover up that way

[@tinamonster6077]

"On their sprinkler!" as my friend says lol

[@AshleyEmbers]

Hahahaha I love this!

[@abigailgooch3339]

OMG THE HAIR BAND ONE!!! Thank you love! Lol

[@AshleyEmbers]

So glad I can help 😄

[@BobbyandKenzie]

We use a Summer infant bath sponge. They’re inexpensive and work great in the bottom of the tub or sink. Also, if you find that a poop stain doesn’t come out in the wash, just set it in the sun to dry. The sun naturally removes poop and spit up stains (if it’s not gone after it’s dry just re-wet the clothing and place in the sun again)

[@AshleyEmbers]

Those are also great ideas!

[@auntchippy]

As an auntie not having children, I'll be coming back to your channel over and over again. Thank you for this, I'm always trying to look out for mom's self care and mental health. And I want to be supportive of moms before and after the baby is here. By watching this, I can give my cousins who are moms/future moms the breaks they need when I'm called to. There's no manual when it comes to being a parent, and this is the closest thing to it, thank you! I really wish I had your videos in my early 20's when I first started being an auntie, because I wasn't sure how to help. With your videos by my side, I can just look and find the answers I'm looking for.

[@meganwysocki6597]

“Poop soup” made me laugh out loud 😂

[@hanmartin]

me watching this at 17 not pregnant👁👄👁

[@dardan1984]

Fels-naptha laundry bar on amazon is a life saver for blow outs and spit stains!! The bar cost less than a dollar and last forever along with saves your clothes.

[@AshleyEmbers]

😮

[@sierrakennedy9989]

Also for burping if you'll position them on your leg and rest their chin in between your thumb and your pointer finger and rotate them and clockwise and counterclockwise motions it helps with burping too I learned that one being your first time momma

[@gat1080]

I don’t know which diaper rash creams are available in ur country, but the diaper rash cream tht my son’s paediatrician suggest is magical . One application and d rash is gone by d next change and does not leave any residue . It’s just gone . It’s called B4 nappi cream

[@SaiyanElf]

I put aquaphor on my babies folds and creases after bath time. It does a fantastic job at preventing irritation and blocking out moisture.

[@marykaystoll9587]

Great tips! Also in the comments. My babies have had awful diaper rashes for various reasons. ESP that teething poop that causes burns.. the absolute best thing and the most simple plus cheap, is plain cornstarch. Used like a powder on their bottoms, it dries it right up, feels soothing and heals it quickly! I’m never going back again! It’s truly amazing.

[@olivianewton8570]

I laughed so hard when you said peeing orifice 😂😂

[@AshleyEmbers]

😂

[@intothedawn4707]

Breast milk is the best diaper rash cream!

[@austenmidland7034]

We just showered with our little guy, but the hand towels are a great idea! We hated the baby bath tub soooo much. We have it still but I'll be giving it away I feel

[@AshleyEmbers]

I’ve thought of about trying the shower but I’m nervous about dropping rook. Glad it works for you 😊

[@jessikalopez3448]

Someone I know dropped their baby in the shower while showering with them. The baby ended up being hospitalized with a TBI-traumatic brain injury.

[@jennifergale5306]

I laid down in the shower with my babies. Nursed then in there too if I was stressed. My milk let down better/faster

[@abigailarreola-garcia6973]

If u are able to, wenever the baby gets a rash, air drying the area works very very well. The rash heals a lot faster. Car seat tip was awesome thanks for that.

[@abigailarreola-garcia6973]

Also it can help to pre-prep the changing table before starting to change a diaper: so pulling out several wipes all ready and out helps a lot I tried this with my firstborn and can say it helped me prevent a lot of frustrations lol

[@KamoreeLove]

The bath thing I would think is a lot of work I would suggest a $1 bucket from a dollar store and a towel

[@stacey738]

This is what I did, we bathed our daughter in a bucket for like the first 18 months, and then we used it after for other stuff :)

[@fatmasanad6356]

Yeah I agree, plus bending for a while hurts the back. And it’s less water when using a bucket or baby tub as well.

[@SG-vy1lk]

@@tamazbektas6515 ???

[@RaqMor13]

Why don’t you take out the appropriate amount of wipes before starting the diaper change. I used to work at a daycare and we had to wear gloves. Once we wiped, the gloves were considered “contaminated” so for poop we would take out 2 to 3 and pee was normally 1. Worked every time

[@AshleyEmbers]

Because I never know how many I need. Especially if he starts pooping mid change hahahah

[@ailicec3855]

Haha I love the wipe move! Go momma!!

[@aa1bb2cc3dd4]

This is definitely only for new moms. Dads don't give a shit about their babies. I'm glad searching for "baby hacks" comes up with a thousand "mom hacks for babies". Not sexist at all

[@perniada93]

Triple paste is amazing and wipes off super easy

[@NurseBebe]

The scrunchie hack!!!!

[@ellaroo700]

I am sorry that as a content producer that you may to deal with ignorant, misinformed, and entitled people who will troll your channel and make unnecessary and unintelligent comments. I apologize for engaging in such stupidity. I enjoy you and your channel. Great work!

[@AshleyEmbers]

Yeah it’s just part of being on KZbin. It’s so easy to get caught up in it but once you take a step back, you realize it doesn’t matter haha. Thanks for caring ☺️

[@sharismb5899]

Your baby was in your belly for 9 months hearing EVERYTHING that was happening in your surroundings, baby is already used to and its like a soothing thing for them so trying to be quiet because the baby is sleeping when it actually might calm him down and help him to sleep better because it reminds him the peaceful time he had in the belly. Same thing when you hold babies in a fetal position, why you think they love it so much.

[@The.Journey.to.Freedom]

Thanks for sharing! I kind of expected you to advertise different products but instead you advertised your ideas and tips without spending much or any money so i appreciate that!! Its the little things that make life easier haha like catching your wipe container with the drawer before they all come flying out!

[@TheeFbombMom]

Poop soup 😂😂

[@AshleyEmbers]

😄

[@lizardqueen8208]

Can I just say you look f*cking incredible for being 2 months postpartum FR like so good

[@JisooTurtleRabbitt]

This sounds weird and I can see how it may be encouraging but I feel like there should be a class for basic baby needs in your last year of high school, just basic stuff like burping, feeding, changing etc I feel like you just have to learn super fast or as you go lol

[@lizh4817]

Sleep training: Put them to sleep with noise or else you will always be tip toeing around them. My son can sleep through a train wreck...he’s 8 now. Lol

[@AshleyEmbers]

We do that for naps during the day but we keep nighttime quiet 😊

[@Starsofneon]

Take the vibration box from bouncer and put it in side of carseats, wahlah -happy baby.

[@janinedear-barlow]

Put corn starch on bun and neck fold to keep it dry and coconut oil for nappy rash.

[@jessikalopez3448]

Yes ! The corn starch works so well 😊

[@baconfat19]

Also breast milk works amazingly

[@hollyraynewaterfall]

You can just say "privates" or "parts" as I would assume people would still know what you are talking about.

[@CoryBreann]

I don’t even have a baby yet but this is the most interesting video ever! Love it, Ash!

[@julieudsen3521]

You can also wash and then leave the clothing outside ind the sun to dry, that will remove poop stains.

[@AshleyEmbers]

True but that doesn’t work in the winter when we rarely see the sun 😄

[@rrr441]

@@AshleyEmbers the sun is always there even on cloudy days... it works even if the sun doesn't shine very bright ;)

[@fabiuschillens6705]

If you’re still breastfeeding supposedly breast milk helps diaper rash just as well as Desitin but isn’t as sticky

[@AshleyEmbers]

Ooo I haven’t heard that before!

[@chilipepperfann]

Are you supposed to remove the diaper rash cream? I thought it was meant to stay and it will fade by its own right?

[@keegan8517]

These are pretty great for a dad too. Thanks.

[@graceromero9812]

New to your channel! I love your personality and all the information you are providing people with your own personal experiences. I am trying to get pregnant and overly excited about that I am already looking at baby hacks lol! Also, I really hate that people literally clicked on your video and responded hate comments.

[@lisak574]

Fyi Spotify have white noise playlists, so if you already have it there's no need to buy a machine

[@SLH0510]

Great video! But for bum cream, Desitin works awesome and doesn’t gum up. Also, you don’t remove bum cream. It acts as a barrier and will just wear off or come off when you’re cleaning them up after a poo. You will cause a worse rash trying to wipe it off every diaper change. You don’t need to wipe their bum every change if they just peed. Our son was in the NICU, and the nurses there told us this as well.

[@rebeccashields2321]

My little boys four days old, I’m struggling a lot with breastfeeding technique and an overbearing mother in law that likes to make me doubt my parenting ability.

[@AshleyEmbers]

Oh my, that’s brutal. I’m so sorry!

[@rebeccashields2321]

@@AshleyEmbers tell me about it. Constantly on about formula, like my breast milk isnt enough 😩

[@lizardqueen8208]

HAHAHA! Nearly died when she said peeing orifice

[@loading1345]

My first video of yours, you're so sweet and genuine!

[@blessedbyaubrey1994]

Using breast milk is a great way to take rashes away using a little bit of breast milk applying it on the rash and whatever is in breast milk takes away rashes and your not spending extra money

[@AshleyEmbers]

Wow that’s amazing

[@nataliediana1021]

That’s soooo true my baby had acne for one day only, ever. I sprayed her down whenever I fed her 😂

[@mrsmommy2855]

Oh, oh aquaphor is lighter & less thick than dasatin. 😊

[@JessicaCabralMuchow]

So far the first one isn’t a hack 🤷🏽‍♀️ and it would make me nervous haha I think I still prefer the baby bathtub personally !

[@AshleyEmbers]

It’s a hack for me when I can’t store a baby tub in my home!

[@burcukopuz2984]

They’re tiny ? If you have a tub you can literally store one or even a stand for the tub.

[@AshleyEmbers]

Yeah I just personally don’t want to waste storage space on it. Especially when I don’t see it as a necessity

[@mukemulozi]

I totally agree with you.. Why be a cheapskate, .. Just buy a baby tub..

[@ashanurse5390]

@@mukemulozi makes no sense buying a baby tub that you are going to use for a few months ..not that serious ..

[@alidelefort473]

My name is Ashley to this is my grandmother phone

[@CarmelQTful]

Thank God I got the doona 🙏🏾. No need to carry the car seat for me 😅

[@abigailhanna4277]

1. soooo helpful! thanks for sharing your genius tricks! 2. you are so cute :D

[@halimatumbayoahmed2786]

I am in my third trimester but I need to learning a lot from new born baby

[@evadalemosley8701]

Spreading Love to Ya 🙂

[@Shawnamenton]

The hair tie on the wrist hack is #gold. Definitely going to use this hack with my 2nd!

[@benzomommy1065]

I did a silent scream cause he is soooo cute and everyone around me sleep 😂

[@nataliediana1021]

Egyptian magic and bag balm are the best diaper rash creams, goes away in a few hours and you can use them for cuts scrapes, comes off easy and doesn’t smell!!! Amazing

[@piano2525]

Another tip! Sadly a lot of babies are actually alergic to singel use diapers... if parents notice that the baby has too many diaper rash you should try diferent diapers, or even cloth diapers ;)

[@AshleyEmbers]

Great advice 👍🏻

[@chilipepperfann]

What a cutie Rook is by the way

[@Hot8903]

Loved the diaper cream, nursing cover,and wipe tips totally learned those lol i was curious when you said you have a long walk to your car with the carseat, how come you dont carry the baby in your arms to the car and have the carseat just in the car wouldnt that be easier? My baby is still in the womb so curious whats easiest for me to try when he gets here lol 😊

[@georgiaroana8806]

Hey congratulations hope you had a safe delivery or if you’re late term stay safe this was super long ago but some car seats like my own have a capsule that clicks into a stroller :)

[@tierneyfrost6984]

Inspired by the phrase “peeing orifice”

[@AshleyEmbers]

😄

[@kemcheclaudiane8380]

🤩🤩🤩

[@Zainab-Creates]

I have always used vaseline petroleum jelly as diaper rash cream for both my kids and it worked well !

[@AshleyEmbers]

I’ve heard that works well!

[@crazyleaf257]

You're so cute looks

[@MissHawes0187]

The passion on the wipes!! I felt ya

[@alisawilliams5760]

I found a bottle rack that is very convenient for travel.Koelin travel baby bottle drying rack set.6 IN 1.That is smallest,good for newborn

[@aylacontag9144]

This video was awesome! I appreciate so much that you’re sharing this info with us as you go. I have a three-year-old and I’m expecting another baby, and these hacks are still so helpful for me!💖 Also, what do you do with your hair? Those curls are so perfect😍

[@dreadbeard1458]

I wish you were my mom

[@GildedButterfly]

Once you get a good idea of how many wipes you generally use, you can pull the wipes out before you begin the change and keep them out of the way!

[@AshleyEmbers]

I find it changes all the time depending on the diaper!

[@KiaraaaDesiree]

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[@karinkarameng9652]

Baby bathing tip which is easier- wash cloth- warm water bowl and lay baby down on waterproof diaper pad- use bay towel to prop head up. And just wash baby by dipping the wah cloth. Baby wipes -Just get a hard plastic container of wipes- then just buy refills online. 😊 Won't have problem with pouches. Worked for me 😉 saved time and every goes in the wash after 😊