The baby loses weight in the first week after birth, and this is caused by the removal of excess fluid in the body. The weight lost in the first week should not exceed 10% of body weight. A well-fed baby should reach its birth weight by the end of the second week. Babies between 0-3 months have an average intake of 20-30 grams; He will gain 600-900 grams in a month. During this period, height growth is 2.5-3.5 cm/month, and on average, the person grows 8 cm at the end of the 3rd month. Head circumference growth is 2 cm/month; Head circumference, which is 34-35 cm at birth, reaches an average of 40 cm at the end of the 3rd month.
Babies need care for a long time when they are born, and they express all their needs by crying. In other words, they react by crying when they are hungry, sleepy, soiled their diaper, gassy, hot, scared, and every negative emotion. In the beginning, it may seem quite difficult for a new mother to understand why the baby is crying, but mothers instinctively figure out why their babies are crying in a very short time.
In the first 3 months, babies need long periods of time to gain a sense of trust, such as feeding, sleeping, and changing diapers. The time must be met without crying. Talking to the baby gently, making eye contact and making the baby smile are necessary for healthy social development.
During this period, it is very important for the mother to touch her baby at every opportunity. Touching the baby's hands and feet, making simple movements, and especially a light massage with baby oil after bathing will increase both movement and emotional development. Placing the baby on his stomach several times a day and talking to him in front of him so that he does not get bored quickly will strengthen his muscles.
Babies begin to be more interested in their environment after the 2nd month. During this period, cradle the baby's face in your lap to support him/her in receiving more stimulation from his/her environment. Keeping it outwardly stimulates its social development. In order to stimulate the baby's language and social development, it will be useful to talk to the baby when he is awake, imitate the sounds he makes, and listen to music (not from television), provided that it is not loud.
3. Developmental skills expected to be acquired by babies at the end of the month;
Looking at the face when spoken to, making eye contact and smiling. grin
Following brightly colored, eye-catching objects with the eyes and sometimes with the head
Making a babbling sound
Reacting to sounds such as bells or rattles
Moving your arms and legs equally
Keeping your head upright in your lap, lifting your head off the floor while lying face down
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