Each baby develops at their own
rate, but remember to take into account if the baby was born premature or on
its due date. Milestones are just an outline of what your child should be doing
at a certain age. It gives the parents an idea of how their child is developing
in different areas. At birth to one and half months your child will spend much
of their time sleeping. Sometimes their naps are short but sleep is needed for
your baby’s developments. Your child can fall asleep on their own, by simply
patting them while they are lying in the crib when they are sleepy.
At this age the baby sees objects
best when they are eight to fifteen inches away. It is important to talk to
your baby, they are curious even at this young age. Talking softly will help
them feel at ease as they learn to adapt to the work around them. It is also
important to feed and change them as soon as they are ready. This helps him/her
to know that they can count on you and will quickly realize that you are the
person they can depend on.
I
remember the time when parents didn’t want their baby to suck on its thumb or a
pacifier, but allowing them to suck on whatever they want will help them to
soothe and calm themselves. This is a very important step in their growth at
this age.
It is important for the child to
know who you are and that you are there for them. This is the beginning of the
bond that you will share with your son or daughter for the rest of their lives.
Infants can hear sounds ten weeks before they are born and already know the
sound of their mother’s voice. They love the sound of their mother singing a
lullaby. It only takes a few days after birth for the baby to become familiar
with the father voice and to be comforted by him also.
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