Tip for Moms::1 Month old babies

Sunday, 26 February 2012

Tip for Moms::1 Month old babies



Weight decreases by 10% immediately after birth and returns to birth weight by 2 weeks of age

Gains 2 lbs/month

Length increases 3.5 cm/ month

  1. Makes jerky, quivering arm thrusts 
  1. Brings hands within range of eyes and mouth
  2. Moves head from side to side while lying on stomach
  3. Head flops backward if unsupported
  4. Keeps hands in tight fists
  5. Strong reflex movements
  6. Sucks objects placed  in mouth
  7. Sleep about 16 hours per day
Visual and Hearing senses--

  • Stare and focus at faces, may follow objects at   8-12 inches from face
  • Eyes wander and occasionally cross
  • Blink at bright lights
  • Hearing is fully mature
  • Recognizes some sounds
  • May turn toward familiar sounds and voices
  • May look at black and white patterns
  • Smell and Touch –

  • Prefers sweet smells
  • Recognizes the scent of his own mother’s breastmilk
  • Prefers soft to coarse sensations
  • Dislikes rough or abrupt handling
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