Child Care
- What types of movements should my baby be capable of by the end of 3 months of age?
- What should my infant’s vision be like at 3 months of age?
- What are some of the highlights of my baby’s hearing and speech at 3 months of age?
- How should my infant’s social and emotional behavior be at 3 months of age?
- What are some warning signs that my 1–3 month old baby is ill and indicate that I should contact the pediatrician?
- What are some toys and activities that are appropriate for a 1–3 month old?
- How can I stimulate my 1–3 month old’s brain growth?
- What types of movements should my baby be capable of by the end of 7 months?
- What should my infant’s vision be like by the end of her 7th month?
- What kind of language skills will my baby have by the end of 7 months?
- What kind of cognitive skills should my baby have by the end of 7 months?
- What are some age-appropriate toys for my 4–7 month old baby?
- Health Warning Signs for 4–7 Month Olds. What are some warning signs that might indicate the need to contact my child’s pediatrician?
- How can I stimulate my baby’s brain growth at 4–7 months?
- What types of movements should my baby be capable of by the end of 12 months?
- What will my baby’s hand and finger skills be like by the end of 12 months?
- What will my baby’s language skills be at 12 months?
- What kind of cognitive skills does my baby have at 12 months old?
- Health Warning Signs for 8–12 Month Olds. What are some warning signs that might indicate the need to contact my child’s pediatrician?
- How can I stimulate my baby's brain growth at 8-12 months of age?
[top]Question : What types of movements should my baby be capable of by the end of 3 months of age?
Answer : Your baby will be able to raise her head and chest as well as use her arms to support her upper body when lying on her stomach. Also, when she is on her stomach or back, she can stretch her legs out and kick. As she learns to flex and straighten her legs, she will be able to push down on them whenever her feet are placed on a firm surface. At the end of three months, she will have learned how to do a lot of things with her hands, such as opening and shutting them, bringing them to her mouth, swiping at dangling objects, and grasping and rattling hand toys.
Source : Shelow, S.S. & Hannemann, R.E. (1998). Caring for the young baby and your child. Bantan Books, New York)
[top]Question : What should my infant’s vision be like at 3 months of age?
Answer :
Your baby’s vision will still be developing, but at this point, he will watch your face intently and be able to follow moving objects. When watching a moving object, he will use his hands to track the object, which helps to develop hand-eye coordination. Your baby’s distance vision will also be developing to where he can recognize objects and people at a distance. Your baby’s vision will still be developing, but at this point, he will watch your face intently and be able to follow moving objects. When watching a moving object, he will use his hands to track the object, which helps to develop hand-eye coordination. Your baby’s distance vision will also be developing to where he can recognize objects and people at a distance.
Source :
Shelow, S.S. & Hannemann, R.E. (1998). Caring for the young baby and your child. Bantan Books, New York)
[top]Question : What are some of the highlights of my baby’s hearing and speech at 3 months of age?
Answer :
She will be able to recognize your voice, even when you are in another room. Your voice will be reassuring, comforting, and entertaining to her. She’ll learn that a conversation is a two-way process. She will begin to understand turn-taking, vocal tone, imitation, and pacing and speed of verbal interaction. She will begin to babble by repeating vowel sounds and imitating other sounds
Source :
Shelow, S.S. & Hannemann, R.E. (1998). Caring for the young baby and your child. Bantan Books, New York)
[top]Question : How should my infant’s social and emotional behavior be at 3 months of age?
Answer :
By three months, your baby will be an expert at engaging in “smile talk,” mainly with those around him with whom he feels most comfortable. He will develop a social smile with his siblings and also with others once he learns who they are. His body and face will become more expressive and communicative when he is around others. Over time, he will be able to entertain himself for longer stretches of time. Also, his nervous system is maturing, and he will be more able to cope with everyday stresses.
Source :
Shelow, S.S. & Hannemann, R.E. (1998). Caring for the young baby and your child. Bantan Books, New York)
[top]Question : What are some warning signs that my 1–3 month old baby is ill and indicate that I should contact the pediatrician?
Answer :
It is always best to contact your child’s pediatrician when she exhibits the following symptoms: a rectal temperature of 101 degrees Fahrenheit or higher; a vomiting spell followed by diarrhea; ear infections, which are indicated by the baby swiping at her ear or being irritable at night; rashes and skin conditions; the development of a persistent cough, excessive irritability, or sleepiness; and a loss of appetite. Also, if you give your baby what you think are adequate feedings yet she is still hungry afterwards, then you should consult with the pediatrician.
Source :
Shelow, S.S. & Hannemann, R.E. (1998). Caring for the young baby and your child. Bantan Books, New York)
[top]Question : What are some toys and activities that are appropriate for a 1–3 month old?
Answer :
Your 1–3 month old will enjoy images and books with high-contrast patterns, a bright and varied mobile, an unbreakable mirror for the crib, and rattles. You can also sing to your baby or play varied types of music from music boxes, records, or tapes.
Source :
Shelow, S.S. & Hannemann, R.E. (1998). Caring for the young baby and your child. Bantan Books, New York)
[top]Question : How can I stimulate my 1–3 month old’s brain growth?
Answer :
Stimulating your baby’s brain is important, and there are several different activities you can do, in addition to providing your baby with the basic necessities. First, periodic checkups, timely immunizations, and healthful nutrition are vital to your baby’s growth. Be consistent in having warm, physical contact with your baby; it will establish a sense of security and well being. Also, talk or sing to her when you are doing routine things like dressing or bathing her. You should always call your baby by her name. Remember that babies can never be spoiled. You should be attentive to baby’s moods, and learn to read and respond to her cues. Provide your baby with colorful objects of different sizes and shapes. If you speak a foreign language, speak it at home; it will attract her interest. Avoid subjecting your baby to stressful experiences, and be sure that those who supervise her understand that they need to form a comforting and consistent relationship with her
Source :
Shelow, S.S. & Hannemann, R.E. (1998). Caring for the young baby and your child. Bantan Books, New York)
[top]Question : What types of movements should my baby be capable of by the end of 7 months?
Answer :
At the end of seven months, she will know how to sit up with and without the support of her hands, support her entire weight with her legs, and roll over in both directions. She will also use a raking grasp to pick up many things, be able to transfer objects from hand to hand, and pull her feet and toes to her mouth. She’ll start to understand and explore all of the parts of her body.
Source :
Shelow, S.S. & Hannemann, R.E. (1998). Caring for the young baby and your child. Bantan Books, New York)
[top]Question : What should my infant’s vision be like by the end of her 7th month?
Answer :
Your baby should be able to distinguish between shades of red, blue, and yellow. He should be able to follow faster and faster movements with his eyes. He will grasp objects with his hands, which demonstrates his developing hand-eye coordination.
Source :
Shelow, S.S. & Hannemann, R.E. (1998). Caring for the young baby and your child. Bantan Books, New York)
[top]Question : What kind of language skills will my baby have by the end of 7 months?
Answer :
He will begin to respond to his name and to the word “no.” Also, he will actively imitate the sounds of speech by babbling consonants and by repeating one sound for a long period of time before trying out another sound. His voice will express joy and displeasure, and he will respond to your sounds by making sounds of his own
Source :
Shelow, S.S. & Hannemann, R.E. (1998). Caring for the young baby and your child. Bantan Books, New York)
[top]Question : What kind of cognitive skills should my baby have by the end of 7 months?
Answer :
The concept of cause and effect will be refined at this age, as your baby will begin carrying out activities to see the response that they produce. She will discover the principle of object permanence, which means that objects continue to exist even when they are out of sight. In other words, she will find partially hidden objects that she previously thought had ceased to exist since she couldn’t see them. Exploring with her hands and mouth and struggling to get objects that are out of reach are other cognitive skills that she will possess at the end of seven months.
Source :
Shelow, S.S. & Hannemann, R.E. (1998). Caring for the young baby and your child. Bantan Books, New York)
[top]Question : What are some age-appropriate toys for my 4–7 month old baby?
Answer :
Some appropriate toys for 4–7 month old babies include an unbreakable mirror attached to the crib, soft balls and textured toys that make pleasant sounds, toys with fingerholds, musical toys, and see-through rattles. Baby books with bright pictures, which are made of board, cloth, or vinyl pages, can be fun, too
Source :
Shelow, S.S. & Hannemann, R.E. (1998). Caring for the young baby and your child. Bantan Books, New York)
[top]Question : Health Warning Signs for 4–7 Month Olds. What are some warning signs that might indicate the need to contact my child’s pediatrician?
Answer :
"At this age, your baby will have physical contact with more things and people, so it is common for her to contract contagious diseases. If you suspect that your child may be ill but you are not able to identify the exact problem, you should call the pediatrician. There are certain signs of possible developmental delay for this age range, which should be discussed with your child’s pediatrician. These signs include your baby refusing to cuddle or show any affection for her caretaker; dropping her head back when placed in a sitting position; turning in one eye, or both, consistently; having persistent tearing, eye drainage, or sensitivity to light; and not responding to sounds around her. You should also contact your child’s pediatrician if she does not enjoy those around her; has difficulty getting objects to her mouth; or reaches with only one hand or has either stiff, tight muscles or is very floppy, like a rag doll. Failure to reach certain milestones may also be indicative of a medical or developmental problem. When these failures occur, you should discuss them with the pediatrician. By four to five months, your baby should turn her head to locate sounds, roll over in both directions, allow you to console her at night, and smile spontaneously at those around her. From six to seven months of age, your child should be able to sit with help, laugh and make squealing sounds, actively reach for objects, follow objects at both near and far ranges, bear some weight on her legs, and try to attract attention through actions. "
Source :
Shelow, S.S. & Hannemann, R.E. (1998). Caring for the young baby and your child. Bantan Books, New York)
[top]Question : How can I stimulate my baby’s brain growth at 4–7 months?
Answer :
To stimulate your baby’s brain and help with its development, there are several different activities you can do, as well as providing your baby with the basic necessities. First, have warm, physical contact with your baby to establish a sense of security and well being. Provide a stimulating but safe environment where your baby can explore freely. Be attentive to his moods, and respond to him when he is both happy and upset. Talk or sing to your baby when you are doing routine things, like playing or driving. Engage your child in face-to-face talk. To show interest, mimic his sounds. If you speak a foreign language, speak it freely in the house. Read books to him everyday. Dance to music; play on the floor, and encourage him to reach for toys. This is a very special period in which you should introduce him to other children and parents. It is always important to avoid subjecting your baby to stressful experiences and to make sure those who provide care for him understand that they need to form a comforting and consistent relationship with him.
Source :
Shelow, S.S. & Hannemann, R.E. (1998). Caring for the young baby and your child. Bantan Books, New York)
[top]Question : What types of movements should my baby be capable of by the end of 12 months?
Answer :
Beginning at eight months old, your baby will learn how to sit without support, master crawling, and then propel himself across the room. After he has accomplished these skills, he will pull himself up to a standing position and then be able to walk a few steps. During this period, he will be in constant motion when on his back or stomach.
Source :
Shelow, S.S. & Hannemann, R.E. (1998). Caring for the young baby and your child. Bantan Books, New York)
[top]Question : What will my baby’s hand and finger skills be like by the end of 12 months?
Answer :
At this point, your baby will learn how to use the pincer grasp, drop objects voluntarily, bang cubes together, poke with the index finger, put objects into containers, and try to imitate scribbling.
Source :
Shelow, S.S. & Hannemann, R.E. (1998). Caring for the young baby and your child. Bantan Books, New York)
[top]Question : What will my baby’s language skills be at 12 months?
Answer :
By 12 months, your baby will be communicating by pointing, crawling, or gesturing toward her target, as well as imitating many of the gestures made by adults. She will be more attentive to speech—responding to simple verbal requests, responding to the word “no,” and using simple gestures to signal “no.” Also, she will attempt to imitate words, as well as saying “dada,” “mama,” and exclamations
Source :
Shelow, S.S. & Hannemann, R.E. (1998). Caring for the young baby and your child. Bantan Books, New York)
[top]Question : What kind of cognitive skills does my baby have at 12 months old?
Answer :
At this age, your child will be exploring everything by shaking, banging, and throwing so he can see how things work. He will easily track down hidden objects, imitate gestures, look at the correct picture when an image is named, and use objects such as a toothbrush correctly.
Source :
Shelow, S.S. & Hannemann, R.E. (1998). Caring for the young baby and your child. Bantan Books, New York)
[top]Question : Health Warning Signs for 8–12 Month Olds. What are some warning signs that might indicate the need to contact my child’s pediatrician?
Answer :
You should pay particular attention to some developmental milestones, including the ability to crawl, drag one side of the body while crawling, stand when supported, point to objects and pictures, and learn to wave or shake her head. She should also be able to say single words and search for objects that have been hidden while she was watching. Every baby develops at a different rate, but if one of these actions is not developed by 12 months, you should contact your child’s pediatrician.
Source :
Shelow, S.S. & Hannemann, R.E. (1998). Caring for the young baby and your child. Bantan Books, New York)
[top]Question : How can I stimulate my baby's brain growth at 8-12 months of age?
Answer :
To stimulate your baby’s brain growth, you can do several different activities, as well as providing for the baby’s basic necessities. First, be consistent in having warm, physical contact with your baby; it will establish her sense of security and well being. Provide a stimulating but safe environment where your baby can explore freely. Be attentive to her moods, and respond when she is both happy and upset. Talk or sing to your baby when you are doing routine things like playing or driving. If you speak a foreign language, speak it freely in the house. Read books to her everyday. Play games like peek-a-boo and pattycake. Teach her how to wave “bye-bye” and to shake her head “yes” and “no.” Encourage her to play with blocks and soft toys to develop eye-hand coordination, competence, and fine motor skills. Play on the floor everyday, and provide inexpensive age- and developmentally appropriate toys that are safe for her to play with. This is a very special period in which you should introduce her to other children and parents. It is always important to avoid subjecting your baby to stressful experiences and to make sure that those who supervise her understand that they need to form a comforting and consistent relationship with her.
Source :
Shelow, S.S. & Hannemann, R.E. (1998). Caring for the young baby and your child. Bantan Books, New York)
