Archives for November 2007

It’s important to keep a record of your baby’s growth. The record should be written down. It should include medical checkups. Your baby’s length and weight will be measured when he visits the doctor or clinic. The doctor will make notes about your baby’s shots. He will also make notes about any illness that your baby has had. You will want to keep records on these things, … [Read more...] about Keeping Your Baby’s Records

At one month old: I like to look at black and white colors and patterns more than at other colors. I roll part of the way from my back to my side. I keep my hands or fingers slightly open most of the time. Sometimes I root around and try to suck, even when I’m not feeding. I make some throaty or gurgling sounds. I need you to protect the soft … [Read more...] about What’s It Like To Be One Month Old?

Sometimes you must find child care even for young babies. This happens most often when the parents work outside the home. You may have many choices when it comes to choosing child care for your baby. You may have a neighbor or relative who can take care of him. Or, you may decide to use a day-care center or family home. It’s a good idea to visit several centers or homes before … [Read more...] about Finding Child Care for Your Baby

Talking and cooing with your baby is one of the best parts of being a new parent. Talking and playing are fun for you and your baby. But it is more than fun. It also helps your baby to learn. In playing with your baby, it is important that you gently interact with him in a back and forth manner. Smile at your baby and wait for him to focus on your face and smile back. When he … [Read more...] about Talking to Your Baby

For infants, spitting up is a normal part of life. Many babies spit up a lot. Most likely this happens because of the way a baby develops. The muscle that closes the feeding tube from the baby’s mouth to his stomach is still developing in infants. It may be weak. As a result, even a tiny burp can cause small amounts of stomach contents to come back up. If your baby is … [Read more...] about Spitting Up