Hi guys, I've got a few questions so thought I would put them all on one thread to avoid starting millions! For context I've got a 6 week old EBF baby.
Firstly - I'm finding it very hard to judge temperature during summer. I think I've cracked what to put her in to sleep at night, but I'm reading that newborns shouldn't be taken outside during this heat in the day - is this right? Should I only be taking her out outside of 11am-3pm each day? Obviously this is limiting but I can manage, but I'm worried about my wedding in the middle of August - we were planning to have a garden party after the ceremony which is 12:30, so would mean we're outside for most of the afternoon - should we change plans to avoid baby being outside for these hours if it's really hot?
Secondly - regarding car seats, how can I tell if my baby's position is correct? I've got a Journey seat from Mothercare, and to me it seems that as I can't see her neck when she's sat up this must be the wrong position; should she be further back so I can see her neck? She is apparently quite tall for her age so might I need a different size for her? I think I'm paranoid about this as obviously when I'm driving I can't check on her!
Thirdly - baby currently has thrush on her tongue which we're trying to treat. I've read up on the symptoms for myself, and I'm not sure if I have thrush or not! My nipples feel quite sensitive, almost like the way sensitive teeth feel when they're exposed to the cold if that makes sense? They hurt a little at first when she latches on, but then the pain subsides. Appearance seems normal. I have cream but I don't really like the idea of putting it on constantly as I get paranoid she's going to be licking it off! So don't really want to be using it unless it's necessary.
Lastly - I feel like this is going to make me sound like a bad mum, but where do you guys put your baby during the day? Obviously I hold her and try to play with/entertain her as much as possible, but I need to put her down sometimes and I don't know where is best! She doesn't like her playmat (I think it's too hard against the floor so will try to find another), I have a bouncy chair which I put her in while I'm pottering about in the kitchen, but other than that she's got her moses basket downstairs. I feel bad about putting her in this as I feel like she can't see much other than the ceiling, which isn't going to be much fun for her! Should I feel bad about putting her in here for little bursts while I give my arms a break? Or is there a better alternative?
Thanks if you've read all those, any suggestions/reassurances will be welcome!