Articles related to "Baby Development"



Developmental Milestones Birth to Three Months
Babies grow and develop in amazing ways before birth. This development continues after birth as they become accustomed to life outside their mother's womb.
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A Baby's Development
The article discusses how babies develop over time, and what parents can do to support their growth, encourage skills and lead babies toward independence. It mentions skills in the areas of physical movement, tracking, attention-span, fine motor skills, communication skills, social skills and cognitive skills.
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Activities for a New Baby
Use activities and soothing music to stimulate your newborn baby's development.
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Activities to Stimulate Infants
Play with your one moth old baby to stimulate and encourage her development.
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Tummy Time for Babies Who Don't Crawl
At around six to ten months, your baby is likely to start crawling. However, some won't fit the pattern. What accounts for this? And does it matter?
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Baby Doorway Jumpers
Doorway jumpers both entertain and stimulate babies. These toys offer hours of fun and exercise while helping reach important developmental milestones
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Fun Websites for Pregnant Women
The Internet can offer pregnant women a lot of fun and useful information.
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Infant Early Learning Programs
Promote infant skills and development by introducing early learning activities for babies.
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Postpartum Checkups
After giving birth, your doctor will likely want to see you on a weekly basis for the first six weeks postpartum to assess your recovery and your baby's development.
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Reading to Baby
Reading to and sharing books with baby is one of the most important things you can do for baby's development.
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The First Trimester of Pregnancy: Baby's Growth
The first trimester of pregnancy is very crucial for the development of the fetus. Knowing what exactly happens during this period is an excellent pregnancy preparation.
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Baby Games for Seven - Nine Months
Your baby is becoming more independent - less on your lap and more in the world around him. What games are appropriate for your baby's growing curiosity?
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Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP)
This article describes the causes, signs, diagnosis and treatment of this eye disease that a small minority of premature babies may develop.
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NICU and Your Premature Baby
Your precious baby has arrived early and is now in the NICU. A lot is going through your mind at the moment but being informed will help you during this emotional time.
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Pregnancy Week by Week - Week 5
As we enter the second month of pregnancy, what are some changes happening both with you and your baby?
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A Guidebook for New Parents
The casual, easy to read style and useful parenting information make What to Expect The First Year a handy reference for many parents.
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About Fetal Alcohol Syndrome
Drinking alcohol while pregnant can lead to serious birth defects in the baby.
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Choosing to Stay at Home
While about half of all mothers choose to stay at home, it is still viewed as the lessor of the two choices. There are benefits to full-time mothering
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Developmental Milestones Three to Six Months
Babies learn new things every day and develop many new skills during the three to six month period of life.
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Formula and Obesity in Children
Research has shown that infants who are fed formula may be more likely to be obese. This could be a significant factor in the climbing rates of obesity.
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Free Stuff for Pregnant Women
From free pregnancy countdown calendars to free diapers and baby food, pregnant mothers can find plenty of free stuff to make their pregnancy extra special.
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Improving Language Skills in Baby
There are many benefits to singing to your baby, both for the baby's language development, and for mom's health.
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Navigating the NICU: Meeting the Crew
Describes the different medical professionals one may encounter in the NICU
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Pregnancy Week by Week - Week 6
More changes are occurring with your pregnancy and your tiny baby growing inside. Have you taken a pregnancy test yet? Find out how to cope with morning sickness.
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Pregnancy Week by Week - Week 7
At the end of week seven of pregnancy, the beginnings of every major system in the human body is in place.
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Prenatal Vitamins and Pregnancy
Prenatal supplements are recommended for all pregnant women. Women who cannot tolerate the supplement have other options to meet added nutritional needs as well.
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Activities with Babies at 4-8 Months
These simple activities for baby can help mom give baby a way to play and learn.
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Babies and Books
Picture this: a mother sitting in a rocking chair reading to her newborn baby. Is that too early to introduce a child to books? The answer is a resounding NO!
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Health Concerns for Obese and Pregnant Women
Pregnant women who are significantly overweight or obese are more likely to suffer health problems during pregnancy, and are at an increased risk of poor birth outcomes.
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Infant Feeding – a Practical Approach
Infants accelerated growth can lead to obesity and cardiovascular diseases later in life. A proper feeding will keep your baby's normal development and avoid these risks.
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Pregnancy and Prenatal Development on the Web
Discusses resources available on the web to guide new parents and assist them in learning about, and preparing for, their new baby.
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Pregnancy Week by Week - Week 3
Conception has occurred! The journey of traveling down the fallopian tube to the uterus has begun. The two-celled structure rapidly divides into an embryo.
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Pregnancy Week by Week - Week 32
In Week 32 of pregnancy, your baby's fingernails reach to the end of her fingertips. Mothers may begin to slow down physically and feel more cumbersome.
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Pregnancy Week by Week - Week 35
With only 5 weeks left to go, mothers should be watching their intake of protein, calcium and iron as the baby's nutritional needs grow.
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Pregnancy Week by Week - Week 39
At 39 weeks of pregnancy, your cervix may begin to change and ripen for labor. Your baby may weigh around 7 pounds this week.
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Swimming with Baby
Taking baby swimming can be a lot of fun. With these simple tips to help parents prepare for baby's trip to the pool.
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Working Parents
You just had a baby and while it was decided that it would be best that you work while the other stays at home you soon begin to feel isolated from your family.
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Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders
Some mothers believe that an occasional drink during pregnancy is perfectly safe. What is the truth about the effects of alcohol on your baby as he or she grows?
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Herbs for Inducing Labor
Herbs are sometimes used to induce labor contractions. There are potential unwanted side effects with herbs that all pregnant women need to know.
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How to Check Your Baby's Vision and Hearing
Normal vision and hearing are necessary for a baby's development and quality of life. It is important to discern if your baby has any difficulty seeing or hearing.
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Overcoming Teen Pregnancy
They say the cards are stacked against our children...
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STOPPING THE POPs
Linda looks at persistent organic pollutants (or POPs) and discovers a disaster waiting to happen, in this, the first of a series on POP chemicals.
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Ezzo Parenting
A look at the Ezzo philosophy on parenting (known by many as "Growing Kids God's Way") and how it contrasts with attachment parenting.
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How Smart Is Your Baby?
Do you know your baby is smarter than you?
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Pregnancy Week By Week - The First Trimester
The first trimester of pregnancy brings about incredible changes to the woman's pregnant body. A week by week guide will identify changes in both the mother and baby.
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The First Three Years
The first three years is an important period in a child's life.
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