Baby`s development in month 1

During the second month of life, your baby may be settling into a routine. You have both had time to recover from the birth and are getting to know each other well. You might still feel overwhelmed and stressed at times, and that is normal.

Your baby's movements are becoming smoother and less jerky. Although he can hold his head up briefly, he still needs your support. While on her tummy, your baby can probably hold her head up slightly. Continue to lay her on her belly for tummy time throughout the day. Babies like to look at different patterns, colors and textures as their eyesight is improving. Because your baby may be rolling over in one direction, it is imperative that you do not ever leave your little one unattended. Even if she has not rolled over yet, one day she will surprise you!

You will be rewarded for all of your dedication this month with smiles of appreciation. Your baby is beginning to smile socially and likes when you smile back at him. Your baby likes to see you excited and the more you interact with him, the more fun he will be for you. Praise your baby for learning a new skill and show him he makes you proud! Some babies begin to coo-make the same sounds back to him. Play cooing games with your baby to help him develop language skills.

Babies have a strong desire to suck and sometimes feeding does not meet their need. Encourage your baby to suck on a fist, hand or pacifier to learn to soothe themselves. Many babies suck on their thumbs or hands before they are even born. Often times, babies enjoy sucking on pacifiers. Be careful not to overuse them and never tie them aorund the baby's neck.

While crying is totally normal, some babies will develop colic. Colic occurs when a baby continuously cries and can not be comforted. Continue to comfort your baby the best you can and ask for suggestions from the doctor. Medication may be necessary. Accept help from others and take the time for yourself that you deserve and need. While it can be challenging and tiresome, colic usually settles down around 3-4 months. Babies need caregivers to be patient, gentle and attentive.

Babies hands have unclenched and will remain open most of the time now. Encourage your baby to reach for objects and grasp ahold of them. Let your baby experience different sizes, colors and textures to optimize learning.

Your baby will be getting his first series of shots at this time. It is very important that you have your child immunized against serious diseases. Not only is it important for your child's health, it is critical for the well-being of the community. Giving your baby tylenol before he receives his shots will decrease the pain. Vaccines do have some risks and side effects, but are much less severe than the actual disease.

Your baby may be going a bit longer in between feedings. Most breastfed babies can go about 3 hours in between each feeding and bottlefed babies are feeding closer to every 4 hours. You may have been told that if you add solids or cereal to baby's bottle, they will sleep better. This may be tempting, but it should not be done. Breastmilk or formula should be the only source of nutrition at this time. Babies at this age are still to young to start on solids.

Continue to play with your baby and teach her about the world around her. Set her on your lap facing outwards so that she can see more. Talk to your baby, sing to your baby and tell her all about what you are doing. Babies love to listen and this is how they learn. During playtime, sit her so that she is facing you. Stick your tongue out and see what she does. Babble back and forth. Make sure that you read to your baby. Babies do not necessarily care what you read to them, they just like hearing your voice and seeing the brightly colored pictures.

Developmental Milestones 1 Month Old

Physical

Your baby can hold her head up for short periods of time.
Some babies can turn their heads from side to side while laying down.
Babies will hold gazes for longer periods of time.
Eyes can track objects
Grasp-your baby is equipped with a reflex that will allow him to grasp ahold of your finger or another small object

Intellectual

Your baby is discovering that he has hands and feet. Hold her arms above his head and ask , `How big is baby?` You can also count his toes and play this little piggy.
Your baby may gurgle, coo, grunt and hum to show her feelings. Coo and gurgle back and talk to her face to face.
Some babies may squeal and laugh.
Recognizes parents and will calm down when he hears the parents voices.
Your baby listens to and enjoys music. Use her awake times to stimulate her sensory development. Sing to her and play music. Vary what your baby hears.
Your baby will start sleeping for longer periods of time during the night and begin to stay awake more during the day.

Emotional

Your baby is soothed by sucking. Babies need to suck and a pacifier may work wonders in helping your baby calm herself now.
Shows a preference for parents vs. strangers
May smile when they see a parent or familiar face

Age Appropriate Toys:

Rattles
Shakers and Chimes
Music toys
Shiny toys (foil works, too!)
Unbreakable mirrors
Mobiles
Moving toys

Comments:

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musicis4thesoul - 37 minutes ago

Niknaks - 1.3 hours ago
Think I figured it out... here is a picture of Kaitlyn we had taken 2 weeks ago

Niknaks - 1.5 hours ago
I'm so lonely. My husband is away tonight for the first time since Kaitlyn was born. It's weird - not the same as when I was pregnant. Perhaps I'll keep myself busy by posting a pic of her... your babies are all lovely, ladies!

lizzie61804 - 1.6 hours ago
how do you upload a picture to the posting board ,, i feel so left out

Cherryb0m - 2.4 hours ago
i love all these new pictures of everyones little ones!! so cute!!

babytwowoohoo - 2.4 hours ago
ok, i just can't stop at 1! Here's Chris and his brother and some other pis of Chris

babytwowoohoo - 2.5 hours ago
here's Christopher

Cherryb0m - 3 hours ago

okay i'll stop now

Cherryb0m - 3.1 hours ago

here she is with daddy!

Cherryb0m - 3.1 hours ago
Elizabeth Marie at 7 weeks

Cherryb0m - 3.2 hours ago

nmck - 5.2 hours ago
The babies look great!

eeyorewoods - 5.2 hours ago
I thought I would join in and put a picture of Jack up as well. Hope it works!!

eeyorewoods - 6.2 hours ago
just to say i bought a baby swing this morning and it has saved my life. hope all have a good weekend

Rachel918 - 11 hours ago
Sorry this is the cape picture, didnt want to delete the duplicate and have to start all over!

Rachel918 - 11.1 hours ago

Alexa smiling! 6.5 weeks

Madison watching her sister!

Rocking out at the Cape

knockoutmom - 13.5 hours ago
awww i love seeing everyones pics! isnt it such an awesome feeling showing your baby off? i love it!

tawnee - 13.6 hours ago
My darling Kaylee

yari - 13.8 hours ago
I am going to be a day late and a dollar short and post mine tomorrow. I was frantic I did not have any recent ones uploaded (lazy). All the babies are fantastic, they are so special! It's so amazing they were just floating around under 8 weeks ago inside us!

1stbabyforus - 14 hours ago

Amelia is 5 weeks old.

eulaha - 14.1 hours ago
My daughter is on a breastfeeding strike!! She cries when I try to put het to the breast. My feelings are hurt, and I feel like a bad mommy. Does anyone have any advice on how to handle this? She's been like this for the past few days. I miss our times together.

CCQ - 14.1 hours ago
Awwwe, all our babies are priceless!!

sugarbean - 15 hours ago