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Infant Development. Routine and Care. Feeding. Feeding is more than just giving nourishment, it is a time for physical contact and learning about the world. Newborn’s feeding schedule is unpredictable and frequent due to small stomachs. They may eat 6-8 times a day - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
INFANT DEVELOPMENT
Routine and Care
FEEDING Feeding is more than just giving
nourishment, it is a time for physical contact and learning about the world.
Newborn’s feeding schedule is unpredictable and frequent due to small stomachs. They may eat 6-8 times a day
Breast fed babies tend to eat even more than bottle fed babies.
A regular pattern will emerge at 2-3 months. They will wake and feed about every 4 hours.
When the baby gets to 12 lb they can sleep through the night!
FEEDING METHODS Breast milk is the most popular form of
food for the first year. Doctors recommend switching to cow’s
milk by the first 1st birthday When feeding a bottle to a baby
Hold the baby semi upright, never leave baby alone
Remember to support the neck Head should be held up above to allow for
digestion Hold bottle at an angle, this prevents bubbles Parents prefer warm milk, similar to breast
milk Never microwave a bottle Throw leftover formula away
BURPING BABY Babies often swallow air along with liquid Burping baby allows this air to come out and
prevents discomfort. Baby may not burp each time.
Burp baby at least twice, once during feeding and once after
INTRODUCING NEW FOODS You may begin introducing new foods to
baby at 6 months, but wait for pediatricians permission to introduce solids.
Choose a time when baby is feeling well and happy or the experience may be bad and cause a picky eater.
Baby may spit back new foods the first spoonfuls so try reintroducing the food later.
Try warm foods, like a warm bottle for a smooth transition
Dilute solid foods like cereal just to prevent choking
Baby will be VERY MESSY!
SELF FEEDING Babies will start to try to feed
themselves at 8-10 months. This usually aligns with being able to
sit on their own Encourage self feeding by giving
them finger foods like cereal, fruit, etc.
Make sure you are only giving baby healthy food choices. Sugary foods can delay development and cause problems for babies growing teeth
Be patient and have fun with it!
BATHING BABY Baths keep baby clean and healthy
and is another form of physical contact that helps baby to bond with parent.
Any time is fine for a bath except right after feeding. Baby needs to sleep and digest a meal at that time.
Newborns get sponge baths the first two weeks of life. After that a tub bath may be given.
It is vitally important that baby is NEVER left alone during bathtime.
TIPS TO BATHING BABY Use a temperature control rubber
ducky to check if water is too hot. Use baby formula shampoo to prevent
tears and irritation to baby’s sensitive skin
Use mild soap to prevent dry skin It isn’t necessary to clean the inside of
baby’s mouth, ears, eyes or nose. Nature takes care of it.
NEVER use Q-tips on the ears. Make sure to cover baby up in a towel
right away after a bath to prevent trauma and sickness.
DRESSING BABY Make sure to only baby flame
retardant baby items. Make sure fabric is comfortable,
preferably knit, and appropriate for the weather
Choose clothes that are easy to dress and that are affordable Babies are squirmy and will not be
patient Babies grow out of clothes EXTREMELY
fast Babies are messy eaters and spit up a
lot Babies diapers aren’t always enough!
SLEEPING PATTERNS A newborn may sleep 12-20 hours everyday.
But they will wake up constantly to be cared for.
By one year baby has as few at two or three sleep periods, including naps
Put baby on its back, baby will move. DO NOT cover baby in lots of blankets and keep stuffed animals out of crib during sleep time DO NOT purchase baby sleepers, just
recalled Put baby to bed in calm, relaxing manner. Babies love routines, so start one
immediately.
SUDDEN INFANT DEATH SYNDROME (SIDS)
Leading cause of death for newborns up to 3 months
Unknown what causes it Babies just stop breathing
during sleep Researchers say it is the brain
getting used to controlling the respiratory system during sleep
No way to prevent it, just have to watch how your child is sleeping and prevent any situations where baby could suffocate
DIAPERS Make sure to put baby on a safe and
secure area Never leave baby alone Remove diaper and clean baby
thoroughly using baby wipes, make sure they are made for babies to prevent skin irritation
Put on a fresh diaper that is the appropriate size for the baby. Diapers that are too tight can cause a rash
Dispose of any used supplies to prevent bacterial growth.
Always change baby as frequently as needed to prevent diaper rash
REVIEW OF BABY DEVELOPMENT Body Proportion Motor Development Hand-Eye Coordination Sensory Development Attachment and Separation Learning and Language