Information about the newborn baby
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| Information about the newborn baby |
Baby specification
Strange appearance
The appearance of the child is strange at birth, His head is large, his skin is scaly, and his skin may appear wrinkled.
It is also normal for a newborn baby’s body to have a lot of hair, especially on the back, shoulders, ears, and forehead, so that this hair falls out within weeks after its birth, and sometimes it lasts for a longer period, The cause of this could be the birth process itself, as the baby is under pressure as it passes through the birth canal, in addition to being in the uterine fluids for a few months.
Breathing movement
A baby stops breathing for 5 to 10 seconds when he sleeps or can breathe more than 60 breaths per minute when excited or crying; Irregular breathing in a baby is normal and does not cause concern, but if the baby stops breathing for a longer period, or when his skin turns blue, this is considered a medical emergency.
Fear and dread
The infant expresses his fear of loud noises, strong smells, high lighting, or sudden movements. Sometimes the child is afraid of the sound of his crying. The mother can distinguish the fear of the child when he raises his hands up and opens the palms of his hand.
The things that the baby needs from the mother
Care and attention
A baby needs nurturing and nurturing in order to grow and thrive; Not feeding him, and not changing his diapers on a regular basis can lead to his death, and the infant needs constant attention in order to be able to achieve his full potential when he grows and matures; So that the scientist "Uri Bronfenbrenner" emphasized that the presence of at least a constant person in a child's life, to provide him with the necessary attention and care, leads to the realization of his best potential.
Play and move
Play is an essential way for the child to learn self-control and social skills so that the infant is ready to play from birth, and the infant likes to be in an interactive social environment; It develops responsiveness, enhances practical intelligence, and nurtures his social intelligence.
Tips to keep the baby safe
There are some tips that parents should take into account to maintain the safety of the infant, including:
- Get rid of small pieces that the child can choke on.
- Do not feed your child large carrots, unpeeled apples, nuts, and other foods that may pose a choking hazard.
- Do not let a child breastfeed from a bottle of milk without anyone's supervision, for fear of suffocation.