27 weeks

Behavior and development

How does the baby develop?

By 27 weeks your baby will be able to:

Standing on someone or something;

Oppose if you try to take away your baby's toys;

Try to get a toy out of reach;

Pass a cube or other object from hand to hand;

Look for the dropped object;

Scratching fingers on small objects and picking them up and holding them in fists (so keep dangerous objects out of reach);

Babbling, combining vowels and consonants such as ga-ga-ga, ba-ba-ba, ma-ma-ma, da-da-da;

Ready to try finger food;

Eat crackers or other foods in hand.

What do you need to do to support your baby?

Your baby will probably let you know that he or she is ready to try feeding on its own very early by taking the spoon you are feeding from your cup. Divide four or five pieces of food into your baby's tray or in an unbroken plate. To reduce the risk of choking, it's best to feed your baby while sitting upright in a high chair rather than reclining in a stroller.

Your baby may have a craving for food but not much teeth, so start with foods that your baby can chew with gums or easily dissolve in his mouth. As your baby gets older, you can give your baby practice to eat larger foods.

Watch with your baby to increase his language skills and help him love reading. Your child may not be patient enough to sit still while you read a story, but don't be disappointed. No matter how old your baby is, reading will give him a great opportunity to socialize outside.

Health and safety

What should mom discuss with the doctor?

Depending on your baby's specific condition, the doctor will perform general physical exams, using very different diagnostic techniques and procedures. The doctor or nurse will check for all or most of the following:

Third vaccination if the baby is in good health and has no other contraindications. Be sure to discuss any possible reactions with your doctor before the injection.

Ask your doctor: what might happen to your baby after the third vaccination? How should you deal with those reactions? When your baby has reactions, should you call the doctor? What foods should my baby eat at this time?

Mother should know more?

Go to the emergency room

It sounds scary, but you should be prepared for the worst case scenario. The most common reasons for young children to go to the emergency room are a severe allergic reaction, a blockage of the intestines or an asthma attack. Additionally, as your baby becomes more curious and active, he may swallow or inhale an object or fall and be injured or torn somewhere and need stitches.

If your baby has difficulty breathing for any reason or has anaphylaxis, call 115. Before an emergency can happen, you should know where the nearest emergency room is (ideally, a disease). Pediatric Institute) and the way to get there. The emergency room staff will ask you to fill in some papers, so keep your health insurance information and your child's doctor's name and phone number with you at all times.

Show your baby that you are calm and everything is under control, even if you don't really feel that way. Your baby may need more comfort and care from you in order to be less anxious. Bring diaper bags, change of clothes, some baby's favorite books or toys, and enough food for one or two servings. During the procedure, ask if you can feed your baby while the wait is over (because you'll have to wait longer with special X-ray exams and in case if the baby is fed by the doctor).

Switch to cow's milk

You should not give cow's milk before your baby is one year old. If possible, keep feeding your baby for at least the first year (and after that as long as you want it to). When you are no longer able to breastfeed, you can offer your baby iron-fortified infant formula. Consult your doctor before deciding what formula to use when you decide to wean your baby.

When your baby has switched to cow's milk for a year, be sure to use whole milk, not skim (fat-free) or low-fat milk. Whole milk is generally recommended for babies after the age of two, although some physicians allow 2% fat in babies older than 18 months.

Mother's concern

What are the things you need to care about?

Brush your baby's teeth

There are many reasons you need to take good oral care of your baby. First of all, as they will hold the place for permanent teeth later on. Tooth decay and the loss of the first teeth can permanently deform the mouth. Furthermore, babies also need baby teeth to bite and chew for many years before a permanent tooth is replaced. Damaged teeth can affect your baby's diet. Healthy teeth are also important for speech development and appearance - both of which are important for confidence in adulthood. Finally, you should start training your baby to brush teeth early. Good dental care habits will be a solid foundation to ensure your baby's teeth will be healthy.

You can use a clean wet washcloth, a specially designed disposable finger glove or a brush with soft bristles, a baby toothbrush (with no more than three rows of bristles) Moisten with water to clean baby teeth. Clean or brush your baby's teeth after eating and before going to bed. Be careful to brush gently. Remember to wipe the tongue, as the tongue is also a breeding ground for germs. Do not use toothpaste, but you can still add a little toothpaste to enhance the flavor of the brush if that makes your baby more interested in brushing.

Besides oral hygiene, proper nutrition also has a similar impact on your baby's oral health. Start feeding your baby well now. Make sure your baby gets adequate amounts of calcium, phosphorus, fluorine, other minerals and vitamins (especially vitamin C, which helps maintain gums health) and limits refined sugar-rich foods (including biscuits) or natural sugars that are sticky (like dried fruit, even raisins). These can help prevent the pain associated with cavities and bleeding gums. You should limit the number of sweets (even healthy babies) given to your baby to one or two times a day because the more sugar is loaded into the body, the higher the risk of tooth decay. Offer your baby sweets with meals - when they are the least harmful, instead of eating them in between.

The first check-up will take place between the 6th and 12th months for babies at high risk of cavities, such as those who have a bedtime habit with a bottle of juice or formula. Babies who experience nightmares or sleep in the daytime or those who spend a lot of time in the day with bottles are also at risk of tooth decay. The earlier you check your teeth, the higher your chance of preventing dental diseases. If your baby has a wide tooth, the baby's teeth will often tighten later, so these cases rarely need early intervention from you and the dentist.