44 weeks

Behavior and development

How does the baby develop?

Your baby should be able to understand some simple instructions at this point, although you may still be ignored by them saying "no" to them. So to add weight to your words, use a selective way that can set important limits for your baby to know.

By the last week of the 11th month, your baby may be able to:

Show that your baby wants something in ways other than bursting into tears;

Play ball (by rolling the ball back towards you);

Can drink water by himself in a glass;

Fluently pick up tiny objects with your finger (so always remember to keep dangerous objects out of your baby's reach);

Stand alone;

Use your baby's own language (she will say meaningless sentences that you cannot understand);

Say more than one word other than "mama" or "baba";

Reacts to simple requests with illustrative gestures (for example you could say: "Give me" and hold out your hand);

Walk steady.

What do you need to do to support your baby?

Your baby should be able to understand some simple instructions at this point, although he may still ignore it when you say "no" to him. So to add weight to your words, use your words selectively so that you can set important limits on your child's behavior. While your child wakes up tomorrow probably won't remember what you said today, it's never too early to draw certain boundaries now. Let's start by teaching your baby some of the most basic concepts that distinguish everything, such as right and wrong, safe and unsafe.

Your reactions are the best instructions for your baby. If your baby pulls the cat's tail, pull his hand away, look him in the eye and say, "No, the cat will hurt." Then hold the baby's hand and instruct him on how to gently stroke the animals.

Health and safety

What should mom discuss with the doctor?

Most doctors won't schedule a routine checkup for your baby this month. But you can always call your doctor if you have any questions and can't wait for your next visit.

What do you need to do to support your baby?

One of the things you need to know to ensure your baby's safety during this time is the phenomenon of holding your breath until fainting. This section of the article will also give you tips on how to choose shoes and hair care for your baby.

Holding his breath until he fainted

If your baby is holding his breath to the point of fainting, don't worry too much. Actually, you do not need to take your baby to the doctor for treatment because there is no cure for this phenomenon other than waiting for the baby to grow up and be better aware. However, you can completely limit your baby's anger to avoid holding her breath by the following ways:

Make sure your baby gets enough rest. When your baby is tired or feeling overly excited, he or she will easily fall into a state of holding his breath until fainting than when he is fully rested;

Choose the right time when your baby needs to be taught. Too many “no do” statements can make your baby feel frustrated and upset;

Try to calm your baby before he gets too excited. You can try using music, toys or games to distract your baby (but remember not to use food, as this will create a bad habit for your baby);

Try to minimize the stresses in your baby's life;

Try to stay calm when your baby begins to hold their breath because your nervousness can make the situation worse;

Don't be humble after your baby holds his breath. If your baby knows he can get what he wants by holding his breath, he will repeat this act often, especially as he grows and becomes wiser each time;

Some studies have shown that holding your breath stops once your baby starts to get iron supplements, but it's important to consult your doctor before applying this treatment.

If your baby is holding your breath more and more severe and lasts for more than a minute and is not related to crying, pain or disappointment or any other reason that worries you, seek medical attention. as soon as possible.

Shoes for baby to go

A comfortable, well-fitting shoe not only helps your baby move around easily, but also protects their feet and safety. Choose shoes that help your baby feel comfortable by following these standards:

Soft shoe soles;

Low shoe soles;

Flat, snug and heelless shoes;

Solid shoe insoles;

Fit toes;

Shoes are made according to the standard shape of the baby's feet.

Hair care

Caring for your baby's hair not only helps you to ensure your baby is always clean, but also helps them avoid scalp diseases. You can refer to the following tips for hair care for your baby:

Untangle your hair before you start shampooing your baby to avoid tangled curls;

Use shampoo with conditioner or hair spray without rinsing;

Use a wide-tooth comb or plastic brush with plastic-coated bristles to brush on wet hair;

Untie the hair from the roots, hold the curls firmly with one hand as you remove the hair to avoid pulling on the baby's scalp and hurting the baby;

Don't use a dryer to dry your baby's hair;

Do not braid or pull your hair tightly to tie it into a ponytail or braids as these can lead to hair loss, thinning your baby's hair, and even baldness;

Do not use hairpins that are too small (or have separations small enough) to avoid swallowing;

Always remove the hairpin, hairpin and store it before putting your baby to bed;

Cut your baby's hair or take him to a hair salon you know at least every two months. Haircuts help hair grow stronger;

Cut your baby's bangs when they reach his eyebrows;

Brush your baby's hair when he is not tired, hungry, or irritable. Help your baby feel more comfortable by giving him a toy before he starts brushing his hair;

You can also place your baby in front of the mirror so he can watch you brush his hair, so he can learn to appreciate neatly combed hair.

Mother's concern

What are the things you need to care about?

In the last week of November, there are a lot of things for you to consider.

Baby's personality

A baby's personality is how he thinks and responds to his surroundings. This includes sleeping and eating, how he communicates, how he agrees to your actions, how he responds to situations and other factors. Some children have very calm personalities, others are sensitive and slow to adapt to new situations. Besides, there are also many very independent and active babies. Experts today believe that personality is largely congenital and not influenced by external factors and factors.

You can see a baby's personality from a very young age, only about 3 or 4 months old. When the baby is 10 months old, the baby's personality gradually becomes clearer. You can accurately imagine how your baby will grow up by observing her actions and how she handles in different situations. Make a general judgment, not judging on a specific behavior and do not rush to conclude about your baby's personality too soon.

If your baby's personality causes you anxiety or you hope to help him improve one side of his personality (such as shyness), try to be sympathetic and not judgmental. Do not force your baby or criticize him or make him think that is wrong or "bad". Instead, always give encouragement and praise every time your baby tries to behave better. Accept that you cannot really change your baby's natural tendencies, although you can encourage certain behaviors to help your baby learn and develop in ways that best benefit his or her personality. .