When it happens?
This little test. through which all children. The process begins even before you see the first teeth. Usually, they begin to be cut in 4-7 months. First, there are 2 front lower incisors. After a month or two - 4 upper incisors, and a month later - the other 2 lower incisors. Then there are the first molars, and after them - canines. But this is only a general order. Dates appearance of teeth in children may vary considerably.
How to determine that a child teething?
When a child's teething, he is experiencing some discomfort. Here are some signs:
* Weeping
* A small increase in temperature (not above 38 °)
* Drooling (more than usual)
* Irritability
* The child is bitten and dragged into his mouth all of which can reach up
* Irritation of the gums, increased sensitivity to them in certain places
How to facilitate the child's condition?
Try to hug the child often and keep it on hand. To reduce discomfort, which is experiencing a baby, you will also help the following methods:
* Wash and dry your hands. Then, one finger gently massage your baby's gums.
* Many children enjoy special ring of hard rubber, they are happy to bite them during teething. (Not recommended to put these rings in the refrigerator, because they can harden and break a child's mouth).
* Some children like to chew soaked in cool water terry cloth.
* Cool, soft foods, such as applesauce or yogurt,'ll love our child, if he has already moved to this writing, and facilitate his condition while teething.
Do I need to brush your teeth a child?
If the child's teeth have appeared, they must be kept clean:
* With the help of gauze cloth, wipe the child's teeth after meals and before bedtime.
* Gently brush your teeth with a soft infant toothbrush.
* Do not let your child sleep with a bottle in his mouth.
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Friday, September 18, 2009
Calendar of child
All parents are eagerly awaiting the moments when a child says the first word or the first step. These important milestones have reported on the development of the little man. Parents should carefully monitor the proper growth of the child, if needed in time to be able to intervene and help.
It is important to remember that children reach certain stages of development at different times. The exact dates can not be established.
For example, the first steps. On average, children begin to walk at 13 months, but the deviations are possible in any direction. The child can go and at 9 months and 1.5 years. Usually, if a baby in 1 year 3 months still does not go, do not worry about it.
Nevertheless, the need to closely monitor the child. Watch its development is as important as the time for him to do grafting.
Who can help?
Parents should not rely only on their own experience. Each child must be a physician (usually a district pediatrician), who knows the child and can tell the deviations in its development.
We know that parents, through their actions may affect the development of the child. For example, at present it is believed that the newborn should sleep on their backs to avoid sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). However, due to the fact that children spend less time lying on his stomach, he starts to roll over later.
Preterm infants develop a little slower than their peers. For them, the calendar of development to do the amendment. The age of these children are not counted from the moment of birth, and the approximate date when they were supposed to be born. A premature baby born 2 months prematurely, will do what the calendar of development can make the usual 3-month children, only 5 months.
If you suspect that the delay in the development of the baby, parents should seek medical attention. There are modern methods of correction for children with delays in development.
The most effective early intervention (in the first six months of life, or even from the very birth of the child). It includes physiotherapy procedures and exercises to develop speech and motor skills.
Early diagnosis and correction of a child with delays in development - a huge step forward. This helps to avoid problems at school.
At that pay attention to?
Child development has not stopped for a moment and becomes noticeable in the first days after birth. Newborn may be slightly lift the crown, to respond to sound, to see and watch the eyes of individuals. Over time, these skills become more and more. Here's a sample calendar of baby:
1 month
At this age a child should be able to lift head and chest from a prone position on his stomach, watching the moving objects, smiling in response to the voices of parents and imitate the expression on their faces. Possible signs of developmental delay - lack of response to loud sounds, smiles, and interest in their arms and legs.
3 months
At this age a child should be able to lift head and chest from a prone position on his stomach, watching the moving objects, smiling in response to the voices of parents and imitate the expression on their faces. Possible signs of developmental delay - lack of response to loud sounds, smiles, and interest in their arms and legs.
4 months
Child must be able to roll over from stomach to back. This is a great achievement in the development of motor skills. Reupload on the tummy is useful for the development of power arms and chest muscles.
6-8 months
At this age, added the ability to sit independently and tumble from the back of the stomach. The child begins to play individual sounds, babble and explore new things with his hands and mouth. Possible signs of developmental delays - lack of laughter, of interest to other people and attempts to reach an object with only one hand.
9-11 months
At this age, children begin to crawl and take objects with thumb and forefinger. This is an important indicator of development of motor skills.
1 year
By this age many children are able to move along the wall or furniture, there are hands and find hidden objects, but also understand the word no. If the child is not crawling, not points the finger at things and can not stand even with the support of parents, should contact a pediatrician.
18 months
This is an important stage of social development. By 18 months children are usually able to express their basic needs and are waiting for a response to their requests. At this age, the most important thing - to encourage the child.
2 years
By 2 years children should be able to walk, kick a ball, scribble, to speak single words and short phrases, and follow the simple instructions. If a child says at least 15 words and does not use the phrase, consisting of 2 words, a delay of development. In families where the parents speak different languages, children are lagging behind in language development for about 6 months. To avoid problems with the development of recommended talking with the baby in one language only.
In most books on child rearing is a more detailed calendar of development.
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It is important to remember that children reach certain stages of development at different times. The exact dates can not be established.
For example, the first steps. On average, children begin to walk at 13 months, but the deviations are possible in any direction. The child can go and at 9 months and 1.5 years. Usually, if a baby in 1 year 3 months still does not go, do not worry about it.
Nevertheless, the need to closely monitor the child. Watch its development is as important as the time for him to do grafting.
Who can help?
Parents should not rely only on their own experience. Each child must be a physician (usually a district pediatrician), who knows the child and can tell the deviations in its development.
We know that parents, through their actions may affect the development of the child. For example, at present it is believed that the newborn should sleep on their backs to avoid sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). However, due to the fact that children spend less time lying on his stomach, he starts to roll over later.
Preterm infants develop a little slower than their peers. For them, the calendar of development to do the amendment. The age of these children are not counted from the moment of birth, and the approximate date when they were supposed to be born. A premature baby born 2 months prematurely, will do what the calendar of development can make the usual 3-month children, only 5 months.
If you suspect that the delay in the development of the baby, parents should seek medical attention. There are modern methods of correction for children with delays in development.
The most effective early intervention (in the first six months of life, or even from the very birth of the child). It includes physiotherapy procedures and exercises to develop speech and motor skills.
Early diagnosis and correction of a child with delays in development - a huge step forward. This helps to avoid problems at school.
At that pay attention to?
Child development has not stopped for a moment and becomes noticeable in the first days after birth. Newborn may be slightly lift the crown, to respond to sound, to see and watch the eyes of individuals. Over time, these skills become more and more. Here's a sample calendar of baby:
1 month
At this age a child should be able to lift head and chest from a prone position on his stomach, watching the moving objects, smiling in response to the voices of parents and imitate the expression on their faces. Possible signs of developmental delay - lack of response to loud sounds, smiles, and interest in their arms and legs.
3 months
At this age a child should be able to lift head and chest from a prone position on his stomach, watching the moving objects, smiling in response to the voices of parents and imitate the expression on their faces. Possible signs of developmental delay - lack of response to loud sounds, smiles, and interest in their arms and legs.
4 months
Child must be able to roll over from stomach to back. This is a great achievement in the development of motor skills. Reupload on the tummy is useful for the development of power arms and chest muscles.
6-8 months
At this age, added the ability to sit independently and tumble from the back of the stomach. The child begins to play individual sounds, babble and explore new things with his hands and mouth. Possible signs of developmental delays - lack of laughter, of interest to other people and attempts to reach an object with only one hand.
9-11 months
At this age, children begin to crawl and take objects with thumb and forefinger. This is an important indicator of development of motor skills.
1 year
By this age many children are able to move along the wall or furniture, there are hands and find hidden objects, but also understand the word no. If the child is not crawling, not points the finger at things and can not stand even with the support of parents, should contact a pediatrician.
18 months
This is an important stage of social development. By 18 months children are usually able to express their basic needs and are waiting for a response to their requests. At this age, the most important thing - to encourage the child.
2 years
By 2 years children should be able to walk, kick a ball, scribble, to speak single words and short phrases, and follow the simple instructions. If a child says at least 15 words and does not use the phrase, consisting of 2 words, a delay of development. In families where the parents speak different languages, children are lagging behind in language development for about 6 months. To avoid problems with the development of recommended talking with the baby in one language only.
In most books on child rearing is a more detailed calendar of development.
Rx Pennsylvania
Artificial feeding
Pediatricians recommend that the first six months after birth, breast feed, but it is not always possible. Alternative is to bottle-feeding - feeding baby formula from a bottle. If you feed a child this way, you have to take some important decisions.
What mixture to use?
The child can not properly digest cow's milk, so it does not replace a mother's milk. Breastfeed your baby special feeds. But first, consult a physician because There are different kinds of mixtures.
* Mixtures based on milk - the most common. For artificial feeding their choice in 80% of cases. These mixtures are made from cow's milk, processed in such a way that it becomes a safe and useful for the child. Typically, a mixture enriched with vitamins and microelements, in particular, they added iron.
* Mixtures of soy-based - Some of the children is allergic to milk, or their stomach can not digest lactose, which is contained in milk formula. In such cases, pediatricians recommend a mixture of soy-based.
* Special mix - If the child is born prematurely, with congenital metabolic disorders or diseases, then he may need a special mix designed specifically for these cases.
The mixtures are produced in several forms. Some more convenient, but other less expensive.
* Ready-to-eat mixes - the most expensive, but at the same time the most convenient and easy to use. Sold in sterile 4 or 8-ounce disposable bottles (120 and 240 ml). It remains to wear a sterile bottle and you can feed the baby.
* Ready-to-transfusion - This liquid mixtures, which are sold in metal cans of various sizes. Enough to pour them into a sterile bottle and put a sterile nipple.
* In the form of concentrate or powder - This is the cheapest of the mixture. May be both liquid and powder form. Sold in packages or banks, calculated on one feeding. We must take a sterile bottle, dilute the concentrate or powder with boiled water, then put on a sterile nipple. If you are using a mixture of this type, carefully measure out the amount of concentrate and water, so your child gets the right amount of nutrients.
Remains of ready mix can be stored in the refrigerator no longer than 24 hours.
How best to heat the mixture?
Most infants safely drink the mixture at room temperature. If your child prefers a warm mixture, heat it under running hot water. To check the temperature, can be sprinkled a few drops on your wrist. Do not use a microwave oven, because liquid in it is heated unevenly (bottle may seem warm, but the liquid inside obzhzhet baby's mouth and throat).
Which bottles and nipples to use?
There are three types of bottles: glass, plastic and plastic with removable disposable bags. Glass bottles are very durable, but they are heavier than plastic and easy to beat. Plastic bottles strong enough and weigh less. Bottles with removable Disposable bags are very convenient, because Packages do not need to sterilize. But these sets are quite expensive.
As for the nipple, they are made of latex or silicone. Nipple should be changed every 3 months. The older the child, the greater must be the hole in the nipple.
How to sterilize nipples and bottles?
Bottles and teats should be clean, so they should be sterilized. If your house is chlorinated water, just put baby accessories in the dishwasher or wash with washing-up liquid, then rinse under running hot water from the tap.
If chlorinated water is not, then boil bottles and nipples in a large saucepan for 5-10 minutes.
How to feed a baby?
Feeding time - usually a pleasant time for the one who feeds the baby, and for the child. Here are some tips that will help you to organize this process:
* Do not forget to wash your hands.
* Choose a quiet place, and that the child is not distracted.
* If the child is not very hungry before feeding diapering. Baby will be comfortable in a clean and dry diapers.
* Take a comfortable position, put a pillow under his back.
* If the child is naughty, before giving a bottle, try to calm him down. If the baby cries during feeding or not to worry, after the meal he could ill stomach.
* Gently embracing the child, feeding - the perfect time to touch express his love.
* When your child drink about half of the mixture, take a break. Let the child srygnet air that could accumulate in his tummy. Take breaks for regurgitation after every 50-60 ml of drinking a mixture.
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What mixture to use?
The child can not properly digest cow's milk, so it does not replace a mother's milk. Breastfeed your baby special feeds. But first, consult a physician because There are different kinds of mixtures.
* Mixtures based on milk - the most common. For artificial feeding their choice in 80% of cases. These mixtures are made from cow's milk, processed in such a way that it becomes a safe and useful for the child. Typically, a mixture enriched with vitamins and microelements, in particular, they added iron.
* Mixtures of soy-based - Some of the children is allergic to milk, or their stomach can not digest lactose, which is contained in milk formula. In such cases, pediatricians recommend a mixture of soy-based.
* Special mix - If the child is born prematurely, with congenital metabolic disorders or diseases, then he may need a special mix designed specifically for these cases.
The mixtures are produced in several forms. Some more convenient, but other less expensive.
* Ready-to-eat mixes - the most expensive, but at the same time the most convenient and easy to use. Sold in sterile 4 or 8-ounce disposable bottles (120 and 240 ml). It remains to wear a sterile bottle and you can feed the baby.
* Ready-to-transfusion - This liquid mixtures, which are sold in metal cans of various sizes. Enough to pour them into a sterile bottle and put a sterile nipple.
* In the form of concentrate or powder - This is the cheapest of the mixture. May be both liquid and powder form. Sold in packages or banks, calculated on one feeding. We must take a sterile bottle, dilute the concentrate or powder with boiled water, then put on a sterile nipple. If you are using a mixture of this type, carefully measure out the amount of concentrate and water, so your child gets the right amount of nutrients.
Remains of ready mix can be stored in the refrigerator no longer than 24 hours.
How best to heat the mixture?
Most infants safely drink the mixture at room temperature. If your child prefers a warm mixture, heat it under running hot water. To check the temperature, can be sprinkled a few drops on your wrist. Do not use a microwave oven, because liquid in it is heated unevenly (bottle may seem warm, but the liquid inside obzhzhet baby's mouth and throat).
Which bottles and nipples to use?
There are three types of bottles: glass, plastic and plastic with removable disposable bags. Glass bottles are very durable, but they are heavier than plastic and easy to beat. Plastic bottles strong enough and weigh less. Bottles with removable Disposable bags are very convenient, because Packages do not need to sterilize. But these sets are quite expensive.
As for the nipple, they are made of latex or silicone. Nipple should be changed every 3 months. The older the child, the greater must be the hole in the nipple.
How to sterilize nipples and bottles?
Bottles and teats should be clean, so they should be sterilized. If your house is chlorinated water, just put baby accessories in the dishwasher or wash with washing-up liquid, then rinse under running hot water from the tap.
If chlorinated water is not, then boil bottles and nipples in a large saucepan for 5-10 minutes.
How to feed a baby?
Feeding time - usually a pleasant time for the one who feeds the baby, and for the child. Here are some tips that will help you to organize this process:
* Do not forget to wash your hands.
* Choose a quiet place, and that the child is not distracted.
* If the child is not very hungry before feeding diapering. Baby will be comfortable in a clean and dry diapers.
* Take a comfortable position, put a pillow under his back.
* If the child is naughty, before giving a bottle, try to calm him down. If the baby cries during feeding or not to worry, after the meal he could ill stomach.
* Gently embracing the child, feeding - the perfect time to touch express his love.
* When your child drink about half of the mixture, take a break. Let the child srygnet air that could accumulate in his tummy. Take breaks for regurgitation after every 50-60 ml of drinking a mixture.
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