14 Weird Things New Parents Learn About Their Baby

    The good, the bad, and the nasty.

    1. Your baby's first few poops will look like tar.

    2. You will notice the soft spot on your baby's head pulsate.

    3. You will also wonder why your baby doesn't have tears when they cry.

    4. You might see thin, soft hair all over your baby.

    5. Your baby will actually lose weight their first week after birth.

    6. Your baby's umbilical cord might not fall off for a few weeks.

    7. You will also notice your baby doesn't have kneecaps.

    8. You can try to make your baby smile or coo, but they won't.

    9. Your baby will sleep about 16 hours a day – but only in one to two hour increments.

    10. Your baby may have very visible veins on their head and face.

    11. You'll have to feed your baby every two to three hours because their stomach only holds about 1-2 teaspoons.

    12. You'll only get a reaction from your baby when you put your face really close to theirs.

    13. You may notice your baby has tons of dandruff, aka cradle cap.

    14. And, of course, your baby will projectile vomit/poop on you.