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Behavior and development

How does the baby develop?

This is the happiest moment of your life. You are officially a parent! Starting now, your family has added a new member, and more certainly than anyone else, this is the time for you to devote all your attention to your newborn baby.

Look at the baby! You can easily see that the baby's arms and legs are still not fully stretched, their eyes are still puffy. Don't worry, this is perfectly normal. Because your baby has spent nine months inside a narrow uterus, your baby's body will need time to stretch little by little. By the time your baby is six months old, he or she will be able to fully stretch its body.

Usually, the average weight at birth is about 3.5 kg and the average length is 50 cm. The weight can range from 2.5 kg and 4.5 kg and length between 48 cm and 51 cm. However, these metrics are not so important. What you need to care about now is a plan to build a healthy diet and raise and surround your baby with all love.

What do you need to do to support your baby?

After nine months of being sheltered in the womb, everything will be difficult and overwhelming. Babies need time to gradually adapt to the outside world. During the first week, make sure to keep your baby warm. You should wrap the blanket around the baby's body. You can also keep your baby close to your chest. Your skin contact and the warmth from your body will help your baby feel safe. Furthermore, your heart rate has a calming effect on your baby.

Health and safety

What should mom discuss with the doctor?

When the baby is just born, the baby will have a general health examination and schedule a checkup in the near future. However, you should consult your doctor right away if your baby experiences one of the symptoms such as jaundice or a yeast infection in the mouth. Don't worry too much because so many babies have this condition. However, it is best to bring your baby to the doctor for examination, diagnosis and appropriate treatment.

Mother should know more?

In the first week of caring for your baby, you will surely have a lot of anxiety. One of the things that mothers most often wonder about is sleeping too much. Don't worry too much about this. This is one of the very natural reactions of infants. Just like adults, sometimes babies will also feel tired, so it is completely normal for babies to sleep a lot during the first month. Gradually, your baby's time for sleep will decrease, and he will become more active.

During the first few weeks, many babies may experience temporary vomiting or choking. Mucus or fluid in the lungs may be the cause. So, don't panic. The times when you see your baby wheezing and gagging, that's when he tries to clear his airway. Over time, this situation will gradually improve.

Mother's concern

What are the things you need to care about?

Nothing is happier than the joy of being a mother. However, alternating with joy, you may feel anxiety and stress as you take care of your new baby. Don't let anxiety bother you, the following tips will guide you on how to properly care for your baby:

Change diapers properly

Most babies have the same diaper style. However, in some cases, some babies like to wear their own diapers. So, be flexible and choose the method of changing and dressing that makes both your baby and you the most comfortable. One tip: you can change your baby's diaper in a dark room, when he is about to sleep.

Bathe your baby properly

You can bathe your baby after each diaper change and feed. You do not need to bathe your baby every day. During the first few weeks, you should bathe your baby 2-3 times a week. Just use a towel and sanitize important areas such as the baby's face, neck, hands and butt every day. You can bathe your baby at any time of the day. If your baby is too playful, bathing him at night will help calm him down and relax before bed.

Wash your baby properly

You do not need to wash your baby's hair as often as possible. Ideally, you should wash your baby's hair 1-2 times a week, unless your baby's scalp is too oily and needs to be washed more often.