23 weeks

Behavior and development

How does the baby develop?

At 23 weeks, your baby will be able to:

Sitting without your help;

Detect very small objects and track moving objects;

Recognize an object when only a portion of it is visible, such as a baby's favorite toy peeking under a blanket;

Reach for a puzzle or other object on the table if you bring your baby nearby.

What do you need to do to support your baby?

At 23 weeks, your baby is beginning to perceive color. Reading colorful books or playing with colored blocks is a great way for your baby to learn about the color palettes.

Clapping hands, giving your baby something to hold and suck in or show your baby some new objects can also be effective for your baby to increase their recognition of objects and their patterns.

Health and safety

What should mom discuss with the doctor?

Most doctors will not schedule a checkup for the baby this month. On the plus side, it means no serious problems with your baby; on the negative side, you won't be able to tell how your baby is developing. Prepare questions for the next month's checkup, but don't be afraid to call your doctor right away if there are any problems that interest you.

Mother should know more?

Growth chart

The doctor will conclude on your child's overall growth ability by measuring your baby's weight, height and head circumference and comparing it with general data, as well as comparing with your baby's previous results. If there are sudden differences and rates, it could indicate that your baby has a health problem affecting nutrient tolerance and absorption. Your doctor will also use the percentage growth rate to see how your baby is growing compared to its peers.

Don't worry if your baby doesn't reach the standard weight or height because each baby will have different growth rates. Babies can grow slowly in this stage, increase rapidly in the later stages or vice versa. Growth rate and morphology can be genetically dependent. Furthermore, your baby's health is influenced by a range of factors including environment, temperament and activity level. Talk to your doctor if you have any concerns.

Pull the ear

The fingers and hands, toes and feet, penis or vagina and ears are the parts that can be curious to children who are very curious about their bodies at this moment. Unless the tugging and tugging of the baby's ear is accompanied by fussiness and obvious signs of discomfort, fever and / or other signs of illness, otherwise, it is most likely just one manifestation. curiosity rather than a symptom of an ear infection. Some babies may also pull on their ears while teething or when they feel tired.

Redness outside the ear is not a sign of infection, but rather the result of repeated ear pulling. If you suspect your baby has another medical condition, take him or her to the doctor.

Eczema

The following information is important in helping you cope with your baby's eczema:

Nails: Keep baby's nails as short as possible to minimize damage if they scratch.

Limit bathing: prolonged exposure to soap and water will increase dry skin, so limit shower time to no more than 10 or 15 minutes, and use mild soap. You should not let your baby soak in soapy water. Immediately after taking your baby out of the water use baby moisturizer.

Use lotion: apply a lot of lotion so you don't irritate your baby after bathing, while baby's skin is still wet. However, you should not use oils or lotions like Vaseline on baby skin.

Adjust your surroundings: too hot, cold or dry air can worsen eczema, try to avoid leaving your baby outdoors in inclement weather. Keep your home neither too hot nor too cold, and use a humidifier to keep the air moist.

Wear cotton (cotton) clothes: sweat can make eczema worse, so avoid wearing synthetic fibers, wool, and too many layers of clothes.

Adjust your diet: under the supervision of your doctor, eliminate any foods that tend to stimulate the pathogen and aggravate your eczema.

Mother's concern

What are the things you need to care about?

Dining chairs

The main problems and difficulties are the struggle with the baby wearing a bib when eating, at this time some types of dining chairs will support this work and make it easier for the baby to eat. While some babies still need support to sit, infant seats (with your baby held inside and under your constant supervision) can be twice as effective at feeding your baby. Once your baby can sit fairly well, it's time for you to switch to a tall chair.