Try to find a doctor you like and trust. It helps if your baby sees the same doctor or nurse every time. That makes it easier to keep track of your baby’s needs. If you don’t know where to take your baby for care, call your local health department. The phone number is in the “government” listings of the phone book. You can also try a local hospital. Ask a close … [Read more...] about Finding a Doctor You Trust
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Your Baby’s Six-Month Checkup
Your baby needs another checkup at about six months of age. Several things will take place at this visit. The doctor will check to see how your baby is developing. Here are some of the things the doctor will look at: Your baby’s ability to control her head Her ability to reach and grab objects Her ability to roll over Her ability to make sounds Her … [Read more...] about Your Baby’s Six-Month Checkup
Your Six-Month-Old
Your baby is halfway through her first year. She is really active now. She may be grabbing at things and shaking her rattle.She may be sitting up with support. She babbles and makes a variety of sounds. She is interested in everything around her. She wants to touch things. She wants to put things in her mouth. She wants to pull on them. Keeping up with her curiosity can … [Read more...] about Your Six-Month-Old
Take Care of Your Back
With a baby in the house, you are doing a lot more lifting. You are bending and picking things up more often. This can put stress on your back and cause injury. Think about taking care of your back. Having a strong back will help you take care of your baby and yourself. Staying physically fit is a great way to take care of your back. Muscles in your stomach, legs, … [Read more...] about Take Care of Your Back
Interacting and Playing
It is important to make time to play with your baby. How he understands the world comes from playing with other people. Two of his best playmates are his parents. Here are some tips for playing with your baby: Sing nursery rhymes or songs to your baby. Dance to music. Hold your baby firmly in your arms or in a baby carrier and dance to music you both like. Hold your … [Read more...] about Interacting and Playing