2 Months Old
FRI
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Showing your love, reading to, and talking to your child are excellent ways to help him or her thrive. Get the details on these and other strategies to help your baby soar.
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SAT
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2
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Watch your little one grow! From now on her or she will probably gain about 2 pounds a month. Try our growth percentile calculator to see how it's going.
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SUN
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3
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Is your baby congested? A bulb syringe can help clear that stuffy nose — but using it effectively can be tricky. Learn how.
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MON
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4
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Most babies don't poop as often as they used to at this age. But if you're not sure whether your formula-fed baby's routine is normal, see what our experts say.
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WED
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6
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Has your baby gotten the latest round of immunizations? If not, schedule an appointment today.
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THU
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7
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By now your baby has probably dropped a nighttime feeding, meaning longer stretches of sleep for all. Hurray!
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FRI
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8
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Our easy-to-follow guide will lead you through a simple baby massage— it's a nice way to slow down together after a hectic day.
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SAT
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9
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Your baby's brain is developing by leaps and bounds, working to establish about 1,000 trillion nerve connections (twice as many as adults have)!
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SUN
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10
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You may have noticed your baby glancing at his or her hand. This is the first step in learning to reach out and grab things.
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MON
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11
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Have the sitter fill out this sleep chart when you're not there so you can keep track of your baby's sleep patterns.
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9 Weeks Old
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13
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How much sleep does your baby need every day? Check our chart.
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THU
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14
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Despite what you may have heard, your baby's still too young for solid foods. Stick with breast milk or formula until about 6 months.
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FRI
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15
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Your baby is spending a lot of time using his or her eyes and ears to observe the world. Encourage your little one by talking, singing, and reading aloud.
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SAT
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16
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Make sure your baby has room to stretch and move his or her limbs. This helps improve coordination, something your baby is probably working on this week.
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SUN
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17
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If you're curious about when other babies reached major milestones — from smiling to clapping — take a peek at our development polls.
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MON
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18
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Whether or not babies should share a bed with their parents is a hot topic for new moms and dads. See what the experts say.
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10 Weeks Old
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20
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Your baby may be able to bear some weight when you hold him upright, but that's still a long way from learning to walk.
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THU
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21
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Prepare for your next trip to the doctor. Find out how growth charts work.
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FRI
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22
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One mom suggests not watching the clock while you breastfeed — let your instincts tell you how long the feeding session should be. You can read more helpful hints here from breastfeeding veterans.
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SAT
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23
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Wondering when your baby will start sleeping through the night? Some are ready now, but many need several more weeks or months. Working on healthy sleep habits can help.
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SUN
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24
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Don't fret over your baby's hair loss — it's completely normal. In fact, when the new hair grows in, it might be a completely new color and texture!
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MON
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25
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Don't be surprised if your baby's fascinated by his or her hands. Some even learn how to self-soothe with them at this stage.
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11 Weeks Old
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27
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Your baby is getting better at lifting and holding his or her head, as well as coordinating arms, legs, and hands — and these are just two of the milestones in store.
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THU
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28
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All those feedings add up to between 18 and 24 ounces of breast milk or formula a day for the average 3-month-old.
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FRI
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29
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If your baby is curious, he or she is now old enough to cruise along with you in a front carrier, taking in as much of the world as he can.
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SAT
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30
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Has your baby started nursing for longer periods of time? Our experts say she's probably going through a growth spurt and needs extra fuel to thrive.
Source : babycenter.com |
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