1. Regularity in feeding
2. Interval of one hour after a feeding before bath
3. Interval of one hour between feeding and fruit juice
4. Interval of twenty to thirty minutes between feeding or water and urinating; this interval should be observed for the individual child, that the habit of control (and the saving of wet diapers) may be established as early as possible
5. Regular time for stools; by beginning the week after birth this can be early established, and much unnecessary work saved
6. Regular time for the bath, scheduled for mid-morning or for evening, according to which time is found to agree best with the baby
7. Regular times for play, kicking, cuddling
8. Regular time for weighing, that conditions may be the same
9. Note that in cool weather the baby should not be put outdoors until one hour after the bath; and that an oil rub may be given instead of the cool sponge at night
A daily schedule card is of assistance in maintaining regularity, noting new developments or unusual conditions. It is advisable to record it at least once a week, on the day for the weekly weighing.