What can your baby do this month?
In this month your baby will be able to accomplish a number of innate reflexes such as suckling. In addition to this your baby will be able to lift his or her head slightly for a short time. However it is important that you support the baby’s neck as the strength there is weak during the first few months.
In addition to this the baby will try to grasp things even though she or he can’t completely accomplish this task. You’ll also notice your baby trying to open and close hands time to time and if you give your finger he or she will try to hold your finger.
Your baby will also make little sounds like coos and gurgles (especially when the baby sees you around). Also in this month your baby’s sensitivity to the surroundings grows. You will see the baby react to bright coloured objects while tracking with their eyes and turn the head when to the direction of sounds.
Tips for parents this month
The first few months are very important to your baby’s growth. Be extra careful of what you feed your baby with. The BabySpace recommends you to stick to breastfeeding this month. In this month you will experience slight weight loses in your baby. Don’t be alarmed this is normal, as this is the process of adapting to the surrounding environment which is still alien to your baby. It will be handy is you keep a check on your baby’s weight from time to time to make sure he or she is healthy.
Just as food sleeping is also important to your baby. It is said that a new born requires 16 hours of sleep per day. Strive because the tendency of staying up is high in this month, for this because the little one needs plenty if rest.
Immunizations are another factor that you need to pay more attention to. Look at the options you have to get the immunizations done. If a sibling of the baby or any other person is suffering from a sickness make sure that your baby doesn’t get in contact with them. Always ensure that the surrounding is clean. Wash your hands before feeding your baby and after changing the baby’s diapers to avoid infections.
It is also advisable to play and interact with your baby as frequently as possible. If he or she makes little noises when you are around encourage the act by responding in the same way. Talk to your baby, even though you know he or she doesn’t understand this will help the baby to develop his or her language skills.