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Until the kids are well potty-trained, the diapers play a vital role in New-Borns, infants, and toddler&#39;s lives. However, you will be surprised to know that some parents never use disposable or cloth diapers whereas some want to ditch them as early as possible. In today&#39;s time also a lot of babies experience a diaper-free childhood in many developing countries and rural areas. You must be wondering that how is it possible, then you must know that parents have to develop a connection and look out for signs whenever a baby needs to defecate and urinate. This concept is called Infant potty training or Elimination Communication. Babies can poop and pee at any time without a warning. The caregiver should develop communication with the baby in such a way that whenever he/she expresses the desire to pee or poop, the caregiver should hold the baby upright to let him/her eliminate. 

Infant potty training can be introduced to your baby at a very early age like within 4 months after the birth. Maybe western countries are getting more fascinated towards elimination communication these days however our grandparent&rsquo;s generation was completely dependent on this concept because diapers were introduced in the late 20th century in India. Elimination communication is slightly different from potty training because in the elimination communication process you actively take the baby to the washroom in response to his/her cues whereas in potty training you wait until your child learns to use the washroom independently and that makes you say goodbye to the diapers. Toilet training for toddlers is easier as compared to infant potty training because a toddler is old enough to understand and interact. If you want to try elimination communication with your little one then you have to carefully pay attention to these pointers: 

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	Timing 
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	Signals (crying, grunting, kicking legs, red face, squirming, abdomen muscle tension, touching the genital area) 
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	Cues 
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	Intuition 
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The advantages of Infant potty training are as follows: 

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	Easy on the wallet 
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	Builds a strong bond between the baby and the mommy 
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	Comfortable for the baby 
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	Happy skin with no diaper rash 
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	Easy transition to the washroom 
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Some parents even wait for their baby to turn 6 months to begin infant potty training. There might be a lot of unsuccessful attempts so you need to have a lot of patience to excel in this technique. By keeping these points in your mind, you can have a better understanding of this concept: 

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	Start with observation 
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	Keep a potty handy 
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	Introduce cues 
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	Carry your baby 
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	Potty friendly clothing 
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	Back-up diapers and baby bag in case of traveling with the baby 
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Drawbacks of infant potty training are as follows: 

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	Messy 
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	Time-consuming 
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	Inconvenient when traveling 
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	Apprehensions from other people while lifting your baby 
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</ul>

Monitor your child&rsquo;s routine and his/her body timings because infant potty training can be practiced full-time or part-time. Some parents prefer to use diapers at night so that their baby can have a sound sleep. The usage of diapers will drastically reduce if you practice elimination communication in a daytime. Diapers will still be required if you are a working person or travel a lot. Be flexible and do not put any pressure on your little one. Allow your baby to get in tune with his/her body and feel good about it. Gradually when your child will grow up all you have to do is just verbally command him/her to use the washroom and your child will hassle-free use the washroom. Undoubtedly elimination communication or infant potty training is beneficial and rewarding in the long run. All it requires is a lot of commitment and patience. You can also hire a midwife or a nanny to help you in this process.

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With having a baby around, every day is a new experience. You get to see your baby doing something new each day. First smile, first turn, first giggle, the first time your baby calls you maa- everything is special. Similarly, once your baby starts crawling, you just can&#39;t wait when she/she will be on their legs and walking. There are many milestones your baby touches from birth, and walking is among them. 
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	As your baby starts to sit, crawl, and roll at around six months of age, they will also begin to bounce on their feet whenever you allow them to balance their legs. 
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	Around the age of 12 months, your baby may be able to take a few steps forward with some assistance and eventually learn to stand on their own. Another possibility is that your baby may walk holding both your hands. 
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	Most toddlers learn to walk by the time they are 13 months old, but they may be a little shaky at first. If your baby hasn&#39;t started to walk by the time she&#39;s 13 months old, she may require a few more months, and that&#39;s perfectly normal. 
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Your baby&#39;s steps for a few days will be unsteady. It&#39;s almost like you will have to keep a close watch on your child because the chances are that your baby will walk five steps and then fall at the 6th. Your baby will learn to walk perfectly eventually. 
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Most children develop control over their bowel and bladder by 18 months. This skill is necessary for children to physically be able to use the toilet. How ready a child is emotionally to begin learning to use the potty depends on the individual child. Some children are ready at 18 months, and others are ready at 3. While every child is different, about 22% of children are out of diapers by 2&frac12;, and 88% of children are out of diapers by 3&frac12;.

Your child is ready to learn to use the toilet when he or she:

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	<li>
	Stays dry for at least 2 hours at a time, or after naps
	</li>
	<li>
	Recognizes that she is urinating or having a bowel movement. For example, your child might go into another room or under the table when she has a bowel movement. This is important&mdash;if you child does not realize she is having a bowel movement, she won&rsquo;t be successful at potty training.
	</li>
	<li>
	Is developing physical skills that are critical to potty training&mdash;the ability to walk, to pull pants up and down, and to get onto/off the potty (with some help).
	</li>
	<li>
	Copies a parent&rsquo;s toileting behavior.
	</li>
	<li>
	Can follow simple instructions.
	</li>
	<li>
	Most important, your child wants to use the potty. He may tell you that he wants to wear &ldquo;big boy&rdquo; underpants or learn to go potty &ldquo;like Daddy does.&rdquo; He may feel uncomfortable in a soiled diaper and ask to be changed or ask to use the toilet himself.
	</li>
</ul>

<h2>When Not to Start Potty Training</h2>

There are some issues that can sometimes get in the way of successful potty training. For example, when children are going through a significant change or several changes at once (see list below) it might be smart to hold off on adventures in potty training. At these times, children often feel overwhelmed and sometimes lose skills they have already learned or were making progress on, like potty training. Common situations that can cause stress and are generally not good times to start training include:

<ul>
	<li>An upcoming or recent family move</li>
	<li>Beginning new or changing existing child care arrangements</li>
	<li>Switching from crib to bed</li>
	<li>When you are expecting or have recently had a new baby.</li>
	<li>A major illness, a recent death, or some other family crisis</li>
</ul>

If your child is in the middle of potty training during a stressful time and seems to be having more accidents than usual, know that this is normal. Your child needs all of your patience and support right now. She will return to her previous level of potty training once things have gotten back to normal.

For a baby&#39;s physical prowess and mobility, motor skills are vital. 

Every day, we employ our motor abilities in some way. They may do everything from lifting large objects to typing on a keyboard. Children&#39;s motor abilities and control begin to develop as soon as they are born and continue to improve throughout childhood.

A child&#39;s ability to manage baby motor skills development may help them learn about the world around them in various ways.

Gross motor abilities and fine motor skills are two distinct types of motor talents. Children&#39;s development and self-reliance rely on their being able to master these two skills.

Gross motor skills activities for babies concern significant muscles like the legs, arms, and trunk. Smaller muscle groups, such as those in hand and wrist, are involved in fine motor abilities.

<h2 style="text-align:justify">How long and how frequently should I have my kid practice their motor skills?</h2>

In a nutshell, the answer is yes! 

Aside from participating in their regular activities, your child will be using their motor skills daily as they get older. The development of baby motor skills activities is more difficult for newborns and toddlers. Don&#39;t forget to include physical activity and the development of these abilities in your everyday routine.

<h2>Is there a particular milestone in motor development that you&#39;d want to know about?</h2>

There are so many crucial baby motor skills timelines to reach, and they all matter! As a result, you must watch your child&#39;s development.

When a goal is met, it often sets the stage for a new one. Babies usually do not begin crawling until they are between 6 and 9 months. Still, they have already met several baby motor skills milestones by then, giving them the strength and self-assurance they need.

<h2>Four Ways to Promote Motor Development in Babies in Their First Year </h2>

Your kid needs to learn how to move, hold their head up, sit upright, crawl, and ultimately walk within the first year of life. To assist your child in accomplishing these milestones, there are several things you can do as a caregiver. Here are some suggestions to help your baby&#39;s motor skills improve throughout their first year.

<h3>Ensure that they have enough area to move </h3>

To develop their motor abilities, babies require a lot of space. If you want your infant to learn to move and build strength, put him on the floor. When it comes to &quot;equipment&quot; like bouncers and swings, you should limit how much time your kid spends on them. A kid&#39;s development may be slowed by using a baby walker or a jumper, which encourages the infant to stand on their toes (push toys are okay). It is advisable to put your kid in a playpen or portable cot when you need to keep them safe.

<h3>It&#39;s never too early for tummy time! </h3>

For babies, tummy time is the ideal technique to strengthen their neck, shoulders, and arms so that they can crawl and walk in the future. Place your baby on your chest in a semi-reclined posture and let them perform tummy time. Placing a brightly colored item in front of you, a mirror, or even your face might help alleviate irritation. Baby may be put on the floor or on a towel roll placed under their upper chest from armpit to armpit after they have grown the strength to raise the head. If your infant can only handle a few seconds at a time, start with shorter sessions and gradually increase the duration as they become older.

<h3>Give your child the &quot;just right&quot; test. </h3>

Trial and error are essential for motor development, even if your infant is apprehensive. Allow your child to make a few mistakes before stepping in to assist. To assist your infant&#39;s progress, you might gradually increase the difficulty of the task they&#39;ve already mastered. For example, if your baby can sit up alone, encourage him to reach for a toy just out of reach. Try to get them to grasp a toy that is a little bigger or heavier than a rattle if they can do so.

<h3>Make it enjoyable! </h3>

Baby learning is most effective when the child is self-motivated and involved in the learning process. When teaching new abilities, utilize baby motor skills toys and activities your infant enjoys (try toys with various noises, textures, and colors). Keep in mind that you are your baby&#39;s primary source of motivation, so don&#39;t forget to congratulate them on their successes!

<h2>Final Verdict </h2>

Between the ages of 7 and 10 months, most newborns can crawl independently. Your kid may start moving sooner or later than the others. Some newborns never learn to crawl.

Remember that every baby develops and grows at their rate. Don&#39;t make comparisons between your child and other newborns. Consult your doctor if you have any concerns about the development of your unborn child.

References

<ul>
	<li style="text-align:justify">Frontiers in Human Neuroscience: &ldquo;Motor-Enriched Learning Activities Can Improve Mathematical Performance in Preadolescent Children.&rdquo; Karl J Friston</li>
	<li style="text-align:justify">Human Movement Science: &ldquo;Improvement in children&rsquo;s fine motor skills following a computerized typing intervention,&quot; &ldquo;Precision in drawing and tracing tasks: Different measures for different aspects of fine motor control.&rdquo; Nicolas Benguigui. Guillaume Laffaye. October 2013</li>
	<li style="text-align:justify">Journal of Sport and Health Science: &quot;Fundamental motor skills, screen-time, and physical activity in preschoolers,&quot; &ldquo;Motor performance or opportunities to move? What do children need the most?&rdquo; Walter Herzog</li>
</ul>

<h2>When will my toddler learn how to scribble and draw?</h2>

It&#39;s a gradual process. Over the last few months of your baby&#39;s first year, his ability to use his hands, or his fine motor skills, will improve steadily. This means he&#39;ll be getting ready to pick up and use crayons. 
 
When he&#39;s about 15 months old, your toddler may be able to scribble. However, if he needs a little longer, that&#39;s fine too. 
 
From around 18 months old, your toddler will probably enjoy painting and drawing with crayons, washable felt tips, or paints. He will hold the crayon or brush with his whole hand, and scribble and paint with large movements. 
 
Between two years old and three years old, your toddler will learn how to hold a crayon or brush using his thumb and first two fingers. 
 
At first, your toddler will probably finish his picture and then tell you it is of Mummy or Daddy, or a pet, or a favourite toy. But as he grows, your toddler will plan what he&#39;s going to draw before he starts. This shows that he knows he can convey meaning with his pictures.

<h2>How can I encourage my toddler to scribble and draw?</h2>

Applaud these early doodles, which encourage a whole raft of new abilities: Drawing with a crayons involves fine motor skills such as grasping and holding, for instance, as well as boosting your child&#39;s visual acumen and tapping his imagination. 
 
Set up your budding artist with big sheets of paper taped to the table or to the floor. Chart paper also makes useful drawing paper. A child-sized whiteboard or blackboard placed against the wall or an easel can help too. If you&#39;re concerned about anything getting messy, cover it up. 
 
Offer your toddler thick, sturdy crayons, washable pens, chunky dustless chalk, or washable paints. 
 
A fun activity you can do with your toddler is collecting leaves from a nearby park. Look for leaves of varying shapes and textures. Help your toddler to dip them into paint and place them on the paper to see what prints and patterns he can make. Even if it ends in a mess of paint and squashed leaves, he&#39;ll have fun getting there! 
 
If he&#39;s tired of paints, try printing and stamping. Let him dip his hands and even his feet in paint and stamp them on a paper. Hand and footprints on paper make a great gift wrap or keepsake. 
 
Tap into his interest in vegetables by brushing horizontally cut pieces of carrot (gajar) , or ladyfinger (bhindi) or potato (aloo) with paint to use as homemade stamps. 
 
And don&#39;t forget finger-painting. While learning how to hold and manipulate an implement is important, finger-painting gives your toddler&#39;s fine motor skills and creativity a workout, too. You can make lots of creative shapes, animals and creatures and fire up his imagination. 
 
It&#39;s best to let your child experiment and explore rather than giving him instructions. So let him put his hands in some paint, mix all the colours together, or scribble all over a piece of paper if he wants to. This will give him confidence in what he can achieve and it will also help him to feel a little more independent. 
 
Whatever your toddler creates, praise it! You could also put it on display in your home. This will show him that you value what he creates.

Your toddler&#39;s growth chart will show you what range for height, weight and head circumference your daughter should be in at her age. 
 
After your daughter turns two, she will be measured standing up. When she&#39;s standing, her spine will be squashed a little. So in the beginning, her height might be slightly less than her length was when she was measured lying down. 
 
However her height and length will be on the same percentile, and your toddler is likely to continue to grow on this same percentile curve. 
 
To understand more about what growth charts and percentiles mean and how they are used, please see our article on growth charts: understanding the results.

<h2>Girls&#39; growth chart for two-year-olds</h2>

This chart gives the measurement ranges between the 3rd and 97th percentile of the WHO growth standards for girls between 24 and 36 months. Checking that your child fits into this range can reassure you that she is within the normal range of height, weight and head circumference measurements for her age. 
 
But to track whether your daughter is growing adequately over time, you will need to use a chart that shows her growth curve and percentile. 
 

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			<td colspan="4">Girls&#39; growth standards: 24 to 36 months*</td>
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			<th>Months</th>
			<th>Length (cm) 
			3rd to 97th percentile</th>
			<th>Weight (kg) 
			3rd to 97th percentile</th>
			<th>Head circumference (cm) 
			3rd to 97th percentile</th>
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			<td>24</td>
			<td>80.3 - 92.5</td>
			<td>9.2 - 14.6</td>
			<td>44.6 - 49.8</td>
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			<td>25</td>
			<td>80.4 - 92.8</td>
			<td>9.3 - 14.9</td>
			<td>44.7 - 49.9</td>
		</tr>
		<tr>
			<td>26</td>
			<td>81.2 - 93.7</td>
			<td>9.5 - 15.2</td>
			<td>44.8 - 50.1</td>
		</tr>
		<tr>
			<td>27</td>
			<td>81.9 - 94.6</td>
			<td>9.6 - 15.4</td>
			<td>44.9 - 50.2</td>
		</tr>
		<tr>
			<td>28</td>
			<td>82.6 - 95.6</td>
			<td>9.8 - 15.7</td>
			<td>45.1 - 50.3</td>
		</tr>
		<tr>
			<td>29</td>
			<td>83.4 - 96.4</td>
			<td>10.0 - 16.0</td>
			<td>45.2 - 50.5</td>
		</tr>
		<tr>
			<td>30</td>
			<td>84.0 - 97.3</td>
			<td>10.1 - 16.2</td>
			<td>45.3 - 50.6</td>
		</tr>
		<tr>
			<td>31</td>
			<td>84.7 - 98.2</td>
			<td>10.3 - 16.5</td>
			<td>45.4 - 50.7</td>
		</tr>
		<tr>
			<td>32</td>
			<td>85.4 - 99.0</td>
			<td>10.4 - 16.8</td>
			<td>45.5 - 50.8</td>
		</tr>
		<tr>
			<td>33</td>
			<td>86.0 - 99.8</td>
			<td>10.5 - 17.0</td>
			<td>45.6 - 50.9</td>
		</tr>
		<tr>
			<td>34</td>
			<td>86.7 - 100.6</td>
			<td>10.7 - 17.3</td>
			<td>45.7 &ndash; 51</td>
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			<td>35</td>
			<td>87.3 - 101.4</td>
			<td>10.8 - 17.6</td>
			<td>45.8 &ndash; 51.1</td>
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			<td>36</td>
			<td>87.9 - 102.2</td>
			<td>11.0 - 17.8</td>
			<td>45.9 &ndash; 51.2</td>
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While your little bean is getting to know the world around them; now, you are also getting accustomed to your little one&rsquo;s schedule. You both are slowly learning new things together. As you officially have a 7 weeks old baby, we are here to answer everything your mind is puzzled over about your seven-week-old baby&rsquo;s development, growth, care, and everything between- 

Physical, Cognitive, and Social Development 

Your gorgeous baby is spending a lot of time observing and absorbing the world around him. Now, the time has come to receive those smiles and gurgles when you talk to him. He may also start grabbing onto things all around them this week. Encourage them to lift their head when they are on their tummy. 

Growth Milestones 

By now, your baby has a more controlled eye movement. Holding his head up, looking from side to side, and doing mini push-up is all on its way. He can also track objects with his eyes and try to reach out with their arms. Don&rsquo;t worry if your little one has not achieved it yet; babies reach milestones at different rates. 

Sleeping pattern 

Will you now be fortunate to get your eight hours of beauty sleep at night? The answer is that this dream will take some more time to get real at this stage. You may start to notice that your baby&rsquo;s day naps are getting longer but less frequent. This means more sleep at night for both of you. A well-fed baby may have an uninterrupted sleep of 5-6 hours. 

Feeding schedule 

Your baby is now armed with better feeding skills. He is aware of how to suck and swallow more efficiently. Congratulations on developing a feeding pattern that suits his needs. As the baby is at a growing stage, your baby may require more frequent feeds now. Though it may take some time for your milk supply to adjust, it will happen naturally soon. No need to overfeed them as babies understand pretty well how much they should eat and when to stop. 

Caring tips 

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	<li>
	Make sure to meet your baby&rsquo;s hunger need as he is growing at a faster pace now. 
	</li>
	<li>
	Daily tummy time is a must to develop his neck and back muscles. 
	</li>
	<li>
	Talk to your baby to comfort him and develop listening skills. 
	</li>
	<li>
	Burp your baby after every meal to prevent gastric problems. 
	</li>
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	<li>
	Change your baby&rsquo;s diaper regularly to avoid diaper rash and other infections. 
	</li>
	<li>
	Stick to a set feeding and sleeping schedule. 
	</li>
	<li>
	Do not miss the necessary check-ups and vaccinations required for your 7-weeks-old-baby. 
	</li>
</ul>

<h2>Food for 2 month baby growth:</h2>

You should still anticipate feeding your baby regularly if you are breastfeeding. It is common for a two-month-old baby to breastfeed at least eight times a day, and frequently more according to the baby&#39;s growth by month. However, even if your baby is fortunate enough to be sleeping for extended durations at night, you must feed him when he wakes throughout the night at this age. 

While you shouldn&#39;t make a tight feeding plan for your baby at this age, you may be able to come up with a feeding regimen that is more regular if your nursing schedule is less erratic.

As a parent of a 2-month-old, sleep is likely to be at the top of your to-do list. Some infants at this age sleep like angels, awakening just once or twice a night and falling back to sleep peacefully each time they do. 

On the other hand, other newborns often wake up throughout the night, sometimes many times a night. So as a parent, you&#39;re doing nothing wrong if your kid is still waking up often at this stage of development. 

Your baby is still sleeping 14-17 hours a day, but more of that sleep occurs at night and less during the day. 

Your infant may be taking three or four naps a day. It won&#39;t take long for them to get into a rhythm of taking three naps a day, then two, etc.

<h2>2-Month-Old Child&#39;s Routine:</h2>

As your baby&#39;s daytime naps diminish, you&#39;ll want to find ways to occupy their time while they are up and attentive.

Why not take advantage of your baby&#39;s growth chart through the child&#39;s newly discovered talents and abilities by engaging them in activities that spark their developing passions? 

To help your baby adjust to the world around them, you may want to take them on more walks outdoors or perhaps to a park or zoo. Proceed with caution when they are in a baby carrier or stroller. Your infant may not understand precisely what they are looking at, but they will like the vibrant colors and intriguing noises if you use the baby growth chart by month as a guide.

<h2>The health and safety of a two-month-old baby:</h2>

Your baby&#39;s 2-month checkup with the doctor is just around the corner.

You and your child are both anticipating this time eagerly. Discuss your baby&#39;s growth, development, and health during this appointment with your physician. They will also examine your child. If you have any questions, bring them with you to the appointment. Share your concerns with your pediatrician&mdash;they are there to assist you in becoming the best parent you can be. 

These vaccinations have been thoroughly examined, and millions of newborns have received them with no problems. In addition, your infant won&#39;t have to deal with as many needles at once since several of these immunizations are administered in combination.

Resources

National Institute of Child Health and Human Development: &#39;&#39;Safe Sleep for Your Baby: Reduce the Risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS).&#39;&#39; September, 2012

American Academy of Pediatrics: &quot;Developmental Milestones: 3 Months,&quot; &quot;Visiting the Pediatrician: The First Year,&quot; &quot;Frequently Asked Questions: Fetal Alcohol Syndrome.&quot;

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As a parent, you are on top of the world when your child touches a milestone. Such is the case with your child&#39;s first school as well. But, did you think that sending your baby to their first school was so easy? Not at all. There are several things to do before you can get your little one preschool ready. Selecting a preschool for your child is just one part of it! Your child needs a lot more from you, and here are a few steps that will help you get your child comfortable with the whole concept of school! 
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Talk to your child about how a school is and what&#39;s done there. Tell them how they&#39;ll meet new people and make friends. Make it sound interesting! You could even talk about your school days! Don&#39;t over-prepare your child. Just a little bit now and then! 
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	Go for a school tour. 
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Take your baby for a school tour so that they get familiar with the idea of going to school. Let your child also see how kids come to school, whether in a bus or car! 
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	Playschool school 
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Children love and learn quickly if taught in the form of a game. Hence, give your child a book, pencil, a small stool or a table, a chair. You can wear glasses and be the teacher. Get a blackboard or a small slate hung on the wall and start teaching! You can begin to have 2-3 different classes. One of numbers, one to draw, and the last one to play! 
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	Read storybooks to them. 
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Read to your child storybooks about what a school is and what happens there, how new friends are made and about the school rules too. 
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	Go shopping 
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One great way of getting your child all excited to go to school is to take them shopping. Buy them a new bag, bottle, lunch box, and stationaries of their choice. It could be a cartoon character or their favorite color! 
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	Develop a sleep schedule 
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If your child doesn&#39;t have the correct sleeping pattern, it becomes vital to change this. Your child needs at least 11-14 hours of sleep. Put your baby to bed early so that your baby&#39;s mind and body can relax and get prepped for the next day! 
 
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	Social confidence 
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Try and teach your child about the basic etiquettes to be followed with people, whether elders or the same age group. Being polite, sharing things, not indulging in fights, and not cribbing about things are a few basic manners that your child should be taught! 
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	Do their things by themselves. 
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Teach your child to eat their tiffin on their own despite the presence of school staff to help them. Pack easy-to-eat food in their box so that they don&#39;t have to be dependent on anybody else. 
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	Toilet training 
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At 4 weeks, your baby is almost a month old and you&#39;ve both gone through an enormous amount of change in a very short period of time. Before you do anything else, give yourself a pat on the back for making it this far and recognise all that you have accomplished since you met your little one. You&rsquo;ve made it through sleepless nights, struggled through feedings, and learnt to do pretty much any task one-handed. Every progressing week there is a lot in store for you and your baby. Here&rsquo;s what you need to know about your 4-week-old baby.

Developmental Milestones: Every milestone comes differently to your baby. One baby will develop a little faster than others and at the sametime other baby may need time to &ldquo;catch up.&rdquo; At 4 weeks old, your baby might be able to:

Body

<ul>
	<li>Able to hold their head up for a few minutes</li>
	<li>Tries to lift their hands toward the face or mouth, but it won&rsquo;t be long before they reach their mouth!</li>
	<li>Controlled head movement, like turning the neck from side to side</li>
	<li>Make jerky, quivering arm thrusts</li>
	<li>Keep hands in tight fists</li>
	<li>Continue strong reflex movements</li>
</ul>

Brain

<ul>
	<li>Recognize you, your partner, or family members with widened eyes </li>
	<li>See more clearly, up to about 18 inches in front of them</li>
	<li>Listen intently when you speak or sing</li>
	<li>Start to coo</li>
	<li>May turn toward familiar sounds, including your voice. Hearing is fully developed at this stage.</li>
	<li>Study human faces</li>
</ul>

Baby Care Basics: By now you are a pro in changing diapers. A diaper rash is very common, whether you are using cloth diapers or disposable diapers, more precisely during the summer months. To help prevent and treat diaper rash:

<ul>
	<li>Change your baby&rsquo;s diaper more frequently: As soon as you notice the diaper is wet or soiled during the day, change it. </li>
	<li>Use a diaper rash cream: You can apply a diaper rash cream as a preventive measure, especially if your baby is prone to getting rashes. </li>
	<li>Air it out: The best way to prevent and treat diaper rash is to let your baby go all-natural. </li>
</ul>

 

If your baby seems excessively uncomfortable, especially after a feeding, they may be experiencing gas. Try these helpful tips:

Burp after feedings: Be sure to burp your baby from the bottom upward to facilitate the air movement.

Switching formulas: Your infant may need to change formulas several times before finding one that works best for their digestive system.

Change bottles: Bottles and nipples are all made differently, so it might be helpful to try several types of bottles and nipples that have different kinds of airflow to experiment with what reduces gas in your little one.

Health &amp; Safety

At 4 weeks old, your baby will have another well-child check-up. At this visit, the pediatrician will evaluate your baby&rsquo;s growth and development and go over important safety guidelines with you. You can expect to be asked about:

<ul>
	<li>Your home environment: If you smoke, you should quit to reduce the risk of SIDS and increase your baby&rsquo;s health. No smoke or secondhand smoke should be around the baby.</li>
	<li>Car seat safety: At 4 weeks old, your infant should be in a rear-facing infant seat.</li>
	<li>Vaccines: The second dose of the Hepatitis B vaccine may also be administered at this visit.</li>
</ul>

Undoubtedly, it&rsquo;s a delightful sight when you see the apple of your eye rolling over. It is great fun because rolling over is one of the major milestones for your munchkin. Rolling over is considered the first stage of mobility and it tells you that your baby has acquired strength in his/her neck, upper body, arms, and back. If you wish to learn more, you can also use a baby motor skills development chart. 

If your baby has just started sliding with their hands or rolling over, then congratulations! Your baby is doing great! However, you may want to keep a few things in mind during this stage. You can continue reading through this article to learn more about some of the important things that mothers usually miss out on when their baby starts a new journey! 

<h2>At What Age Do Babies Start Rolling Over? </h2>

According to medical science, there is no specific time or age for babies to begin rolling over because all babies grow differently. Some babies begin to roll over when they turn 3-4 months old whereas some can&rsquo;t do it even if they are 6 months old. Most babies between 5-7 months become so flexible that they master the skill of rolling over from side to side, back to front, and front to back comfortably. 

The rolling phase of your baby motor skills timeline may last for about 2 or even 3 weeks. If you feel like your baby hasn&rsquo;t shown any progress yet, then consider seeking medical attention. Your baby may be suffering from an unknown muscle condition or might just be a late bloomer. Either way, it is important that you constantly keep a track of your baby&rsquo;s progress since every milestone they complete is sure to bring you great joy! 

<h2>What Are Some Of The Precautions One Must Take When Their Baby Starts Rolling? </h2>

Seeing your munchkin rolling over might give you immense joy but you must take certain precautions because your baby may end up hurting themselves. A few of the precautions that you can take include the following:

<h3>Lay Your Baby On The Mat </h3>

You must lay the baby on the mat that has been placed on the floor while dressing the baby or changing his/her <a href="https://mylofamily.com/essentials/reusable-cloth-diaper-with-insert-pads-multiple-classic-colours-pack-of-2-6">diaper</a>. Avoid placing your baby on any raised place or table or any place that is at a high altitude. Thus, this is because your baby may fall and injure themselves. In rare cases, many babies have faced some trauma to their head or body due to a hazardous fall.

<h3>Keep Objects Far Away From Your Child </h3>

Keep all the toys and objects away from your baby when he/she starts rolling over because that can result in choking. Apart from that, heavy items or toys that are kept at a height may fall over your baby, eventually causing damage to your baby&rsquo;s delicate body.

<h3>Keep A Watch On Your Baby At All Times</h3>

Always be watchful and never leave your child unattended for a long time. There have been many instances where babies usually roll over to the staircase side of your house or may enter other potential hazardous corners in your house. Therefore, make sure to always keep a watch on your baby no matter what!

<h3>No Gap Between Crib And The Mattress</h3>

Ensure that there is no gap between the mattress and the crib because your baby&rsquo;s head might get struck or he/she may get smothered. The mattress should be comfortable, making it easy for your baby to roll over or slide.

<h3>Let Your Baby Sleep Alone Or Next To You </h3>

Do not <a href="https://mylofamily.com/article/are-sleeping-bags-safe-for-babies-73075">put your infant to sleep</a> next to his/her sibling especially when the other child is just a few years older than your baby. Your elder one might place his/her hand or leg on the newborn while sleeping which may throttle your infant. Apart from that, it may also suffocate your baby especially if the elder one ends up covering your baby&rsquo;s face.

<h2>How Does An Infant Learn How To Roll? </h2>

If you are the parent of a premature baby, then your baby might take some more time to achieve his/her first milestone i.e., rolling over. Do not worry because this is considered normal. You can always seek medical help if you have any doubts or see your baby facing a few difficulties. Have a look at how an infant can gradually learn to roll over:

<h3>At 1st Month </h3>

Babies can hardly raise their heads. Even if some babies try it won&rsquo;t last for a fraction of a second. Since the neck region is quite delicate during this phase, extra care must be taken when carrying the baby. You can try giving your baby light body massages. Thus, this will ensure the healthy growth of your baby&rsquo;s delicate body!

<h3>At 2nd And 3rd Months </h3>

Your baby can turn to the side position from his/her back. Will try to hold the head high when lying on your tummy. Some babies start rolling from tummy to back and can make smoother movements with their legs and arms. Your baby will bob forward while sitting. Will slightly raise the head and shoulders for 45-60 degrees while lying on the tummy.

<h3>In 3rd And 4th Months </h3>

Your baby might have good head control and can raise his/her chest up to 90 degrees. By this time some babies love to roll over from the back to the side. The head might still bob in the backward and forward movement. The muscles of the neck have been strengthened by this time. Besides, they may also learn how to use their hands and neck in synchronization.

<h3>At the 5th Month And 6th Month </h3>

Some babies love to roll over from tummy to back by this age. There is an immense improvement in the neck and will try to reach out for objects and toys. By this age, babies love to play in the push-up position. Some babies love to roll over from back to belly. 

Your baby might try to raise the chest and part of the upper abdomen while lying on the tummy. Your baby can easily lift his/her head while in a sitting position. Your baby might even start crawling and the head-bobbing will stop.

<h2>How Can You Encourage Your Baby To Roll Over? </h2>

You can encourage and support your baby to easily roll over by keeping the below-mentioned points in your mind: 

<ol start="1">
	<li>
	Invest ample time in giving tummy time to your munchkin from the initial days. Initially, your baby might cry a lot during tummy time however by the 2nd month you&rsquo;ll see immense changes in your baby&rsquo;s posture. You can also help your child try out a few gross motor skills activities for babies. 
	</li>
</ol>

<ol start="2">
	<li>
	Encourage your baby to play on both sides along with the back position. You can keep shiny objects on either side of your baby eventually tempting the baby to try out new positions. 
	</li>
</ol>

<ol start="3">
	<li>
	While changing the clothes and diapers of your baby you must ensure that you are laying your child on both sides. Thus, this will prepare your child and make them more familiar with this position, eventually getting them to try it! 
	</li>
</ol>

<ol start="4">
	<li>
	Lay your baby on the mat that is placed on the floor. Allow your child to sit in a cradle, baby chair, or even a swing. 
	</li>
</ol>

<ol start="5">
	<li>
	Placing your baby in a sideways position is as important as placing your baby on his/her tummy and back. 
	</li>
</ol>

<ol start="6">
	<li>
	Massage, gently twist and exercise your baby&rsquo;s legs and arms. Thus, this will help your child&rsquo;s muscles to relax, eventually leading to healthy growth and development. 
	</li>
</ol>

<ol start="7">
	<li>
	You can place your baby&rsquo;s favorite toy a little away from him/her. This way, your child will be more motivated to move towards it. This activity could also be a part of your baby motor skills activities. 
	</li>
</ol>

<ol start="8">
	<li>
	You can also purchase a few baby motor skills toys to make your child&rsquo;s journey easy and memorable! 
	</li>
</ol>

<h2>Conclusion </h2>

Indeed, parents may not be able to keep their joy when they see their baby progressing and growing. When your baby starts rolling over or even sliding and keeping their neck held up high, it may indicate that their muscles are well developed. Thus, you may then find your baby exploring things around your house, rolling over on their belly. 

During this stage, it may be extremely important for you to make a list of things to cater to since your baby just started a new journey. You may also have to make many places at your house babyproof, in order to keep your baby safe from hazardous objects or corners of your home.

References

<ul>
	<li style="text-align:justify">Zawn Villines, (February , 2021).What to do when a baby rolls over </li>
</ul>

Your baby&#39;s development four months after birth will continue to be supported by breast milk or formula, which is still crucial. Expect to feed your baby five to six times a day on average if you&#39;re breastfeeding. A 24-36 ounce breast milk supply per day is reasonable. 

Consult a doctor before starting foods with your child at the baby&#39;s four-month development milestone. After age 5 or 6, many doctors suggest that most infants begin eating solid foods.

You should remember that your infant only needs a spoonful of food once or twice a day if you start spooning up solids now. There will also be no need to eat the solids.

To maintain good body weight and height for the newborn, all that food will benefit. There are five feedings per day for formula-fed babies, and each bottle contains around 6 to 8 ounces of formula. This equates to 24 to 36 ounces of formula each day. It should fall between 10 and 19 pounds and 22 to 26.5 inches.

Your baby&#39;s doctor should not be alarmed if they fall outside this typical range, and you should not worry either. Just as every infant is unique, so is a baby&#39;s four-month development pattern.

<h2 style="text-align:justify">Baby Food for a 4-Month-Old </h2>

Most infants are still breastfed, bottle-fed, or a mix of the two by the time they reach the age of four months. Every three or four hours, they&#39;ll consume a 4 to 6 ounces meal. Keep checking their diapers to make sure they&#39;re receiving enough nourishment. They need to have five to six wet diapers a day at the very least. If you see your infant making clicking noises while sucking, struggling to breathe, vomiting, or spitting up often, you should contact your physician.

Expect a dramatic shift in how often your baby wants to breastfeed as they become better at sleeping through the night and taking regular naps as a part of normal baby development for four months. Your baby may desire to breastfeed more often during development or illness.

<h3>Incorporating solid foods </h3>

Doctors recommend starting solids between the ages of 4 and 6 months, even if your baby requires breastmilk or formula at this point for four months of the baby&#39;s development. You should, however, always get the approval of your child&#39;s doctor before beginning any new activity. Dr. Garbi recommends that you only feed them soft things that they can smash with their gums after being given the all-clear. Watch for any allergic responses as you introduce them one by one.

Parents are encouraged by many physicians to follow their own child&#39;s signals when it comes to introducing solids, which is known as baby-led feeding. Solids shouldn&#39;t be taught too early since every infant is different. Some newborns may eat solid meals as early as four months, while others may not be able to until they are six months of age.

<h2>Tips for the Fourth Month of Your Baby&#39;s Life </h2>

Explore different textures with books such as Pat the Bunny or other touch-and-feel board books for your baby to play with for baby brain development at four months.

You should read or sing to your infant at least once a day. You don&#39;t need to be able to sing to make them happy; they&#39;ll be satisfied just being in your hands and hearing your voice.

Start thinking about childproofing now, even if your kid hasn&#39;t crawled or rolled over yet, as a part of 4 months of baby&#39;s physical development. Lock up cupboards, install stairway gates, and keep any cleaning supplies and other potentially hazardous items up and out of reach of curious babies.

<h2>Final Words </h2>

Your 4-month-old baby has been more awake and aware in the last few days. Babies love to grin, laugh, gurgle, and coo while they&#39;re this little. 

Your child is eager to have fun, play games, and converse with you and anybody else who happens to pass by. 

As a result, you can expect a lot of hilarity from him as he attempts his new identity. 

References

<ul>
	<li style="text-align:justify">National Library of Medicine, 1836 : &#39;&#39;Age-appropriate diet for children.&#39;&#39; </li>
	<li style="text-align:justify">Curtis, GB, (MD, MPH), and Schuler J, Your Baby&rsquo;s First Year Week by Week, Da Capo Press, 2005. </li>
</ul>

Once you celebrate your baby&rsquo;s half birthday your baby might surprise you how quickly he/she is picking up new skills like laughing, standing, and sitting. You can expect your baby to continue to develop rapidly in the next few months. Your baby has become inquisitive and will closely observe the objects and people around him/her. Here are a few developments that can be seen in your baby when he/she is 7-9 months old: 

<ul>
	<li>
	MOTOR MILESTONES 
	</li>
</ul>

<ol start="1">
	<li>
	Can sit without your help and support 
	</li>
</ol>

<ol start="2">
	<li>
	Can reach out for the far-away toy without falling 
	</li>
</ol>

<ol start="3">
	<li>
	Will begin creeping and crawling 
	</li>
</ol>

<ol start="4">
	<li>
	During tummy time your baby can pick up his/her head and can push through elbows 
	</li>
</ol>

<ol start="5">
	<li>
	Turns head towards the toy that has sound and light 
	</li>
</ol>

<ol start="6">
	<li>
	Will imitate others in simple play 
	</li>
</ol>

<ol start="7">
	<li>
	Pick up small objects with fingers and thumbs 
	</li>
</ol>

<ul>
	<li>
	SENSORY MILESTONES 
	</li>
</ul>

<ol start="1">
	<li>
	Will enjoy rocking back and forth and bouncing up and down. 
	</li>
</ol>

<ol start="2">
	<li>
	Will carefully explore the object by using hands and will try to put it in mouth. 
	</li>
</ol>

<ol start="3">
	<li>
	Can turn several pages of a cardboard book. 
	</li>
</ol>

<ol start="4">
	<li>
	Will observe environment by changing positions like crawling, standing, lying on back or tummy, and sitting. 
	</li>
</ol>

<ol start="5">
	<li>
	Carefully focus on near and far away objects. 
	</li>
</ol>

<ol start="6">
	<li>
	Will scrutinize different objects of various shapes, textures, and sizes. 
	</li>
</ol>

<ol start="7">
	<li>
	Will experiment with the amount of force that is required to pick up different objects. 
	</li>
</ol>

<ul>
	<li>
	COMMUNICATION MILESTONES 
	</li>
</ul>

<ol start="1">
	<li>
	Can imitate sounds 
	</li>
</ol>

<ol start="2">
	<li>
	Will recognize the sound of their name 
	</li>
</ol>

<ol start="3">
	<li>
	Will turn head when familiar people or objects are named 
	</li>
</ol>

<ol start="4">
	<li>
	Will participate in 2-way communication 
	</li>
</ol>

<ol start="5">
	<li>
	Will sometimes show simple gestures such as shaking head for &ldquo;No&rdquo;. 
	</li>
</ol>

<ol start="6">
	<li>
	Will follow simple routine commands if instructed with gestures. 
	</li>
</ol>

<ol start="7">
	<li>
	Will use a variety of sounds while babbling. 
	</li>
</ol>

<ul>
	<li>
	FEEDING MILESTONES 
	</li>
</ul>

<ol start="1">
	<li>
	Will show a strong reaction on introducing a new food item. 
	</li>
</ol>

<ol start="2">
	<li>
	Will react to new smells and tastes. 
	</li>
</ol>

<ol start="3">
	<li>
	Will begin to eat thick pureed and mashed food items. 
	</li>
</ol>

<ol start="4">
	<li>
	Loves to chew toys during teething as that helps in massaging sore and swollen gums. 
	</li>
</ol>

<ol start="5">
	<li>
	Loves to sit on a high chair and will try to hold and drink from a bottle. 
	</li>
</ol>

<ol start="6">
	<li>
	Stays full longer after having 1 nutritious meal. 
	</li>
</ol>

<ol start="7">
	<li>
	Will look and try to reach out for objects like colorful edible items. 
	</li>
</ol>

Here are a few developments that can be seen in your baby when he/she is 10-12 months old: 

<ul>
	<li>
	MOTOR MILESTONES 
	</li>
</ul>

<ol start="1">
	<li>
	Will cruise along with furniture and will try to pull it. 
	</li>
</ol>

<ol start="2">
	<li>
	Will practice taking independent steps and will try to stand alone. 
	</li>
</ol>

<ol start="3">
	<li>
	Will try to move in and out of different positions to get desired toys. 
	</li>
</ol>

<ol start="4">
	<li>
	Will try to maintain the balance of the body while sitting and throwing objects. 
	</li>
</ol>

<ol start="5">
	<li>
	Will try clapping hands. 
	</li>
</ol>

<ol start="6">
	<li>
	Will carefully use fingertips and thumbs to pick up tiny objects. 
	</li>
</ol>

<ol start="7">
	<li>
	Can transfer an object from one hand to another. 
	</li>
</ol>

<ul>
	<li>
	SENSORY MILESTONES 
	</li>
</ul>

<ol start="1">
	<li>
	Enjoy listening to nursery rhymes, bedtime stories, lullabies, and songs. 
	</li>
</ol>

<ol start="2">
	<li>
	Will try to reach the object by crawling. 
	</li>
</ol>

<ol start="3">
	<li>
	Explore different toys with mouth and fingers. 
	</li>
</ol>

<ul>
	<li>
	COMMUNICATION MILESTONES 
	</li>
</ul>

<ol start="1">
	<li>
	Will speak &ldquo;Mama&rdquo; and &ldquo;Dada&rdquo; 
	</li>
</ol>

<ol start="2">
	<li>
	Can respond to simple instructions like &ldquo;come here&rdquo; 
	</li>
</ol>

<ol start="3">
	<li>
	Your baby will talk gibberish in social communication. 
	</li>
</ol>

<ol start="4">
	<li>
	Can speak 1-2 words 
	</li>
</ol>

<ol start="5">
	<li>
	Can respond to &ldquo;No&rdquo; 
	</li>
</ol>

<ol start="6">
	<li>
	Can express by using hand movements what he/she wants and needs. 
	</li>
</ol>

<ol start="7">
	<li>
	Will carefully pay attention to what you are looking at and pointing out. 
	</li>
</ol>

<ul>
	<li>
	FEEDING MILESTONES 
	</li>
</ul>

<ol start="1">
	<li>
	Will enjoy self-feed (finger food) 
	</li>
</ol>

<ol start="2">
	<li>
	Will try using an open cup 
	</li>
</ol>

<ol start="3">
	<li>
	Will eat a variety of food 
	</li>
</ol>

<ol start="4">
	<li>
	Will relish soft-cooked vegetables, soft fruits, and finger foods. 
	</li>
</ol>

<ol start="5">
	<li>
	Wants to try self-feeding with a spoon and cup. 
	</li>
</ol>

<ol start="6">
	<li>
	Will enjoy looking in the mirror. 
	</li>
</ol>

<ol start="7">
	<li>
	Will enjoy simple activities like brushing hair by looking in the mirror. 
	</li>
</ol>

There is no right age to toilet train a child. Readiness to begin toilet training depends on the individual child. In general, starting before age 2 (24 months) is not recommended. The readiness skills and physical development your child needs occur between age 18 months and 2.5 years.

Your child will show cues that he or she is developmentally ready. Signs of readiness include the following:

<ul>
	<li>
	Your child can imitate your behavior.
	</li>
	<li>
	Your child begins to put things where they belong.
	</li>
	<li>
	Your child can demonstrate independence by saying &ldquo;no.&rdquo;
	</li>
	<li>
	Your child can express interest in toilet training (eg, following you to the bathroom).
	</li>
	<li>
	Your child can walk and is ready to sit down.
	</li>
	<li>
	Your child can indicate first when he is &ldquo;going&rdquo; (urinating or defecating) and then when he needs to &ldquo;go.&rdquo;
	</li>
	<li>
	Your child is able to pull clothes up and down (on and off).
	</li>
</ul>

Each child has his or her own style of behavior, which is called temperament. In planning your approach to toilet training, it is important to consider your child&#39;s temperament.

<ul>
	<li>
	Consider your child&#39;s moods and the time of day your child is most approachable. Plan your approach based on when your child is most cooperative.
	</li>
	<li>
	If your child is generally shy and withdrawn, he or she may need additional support and encouragement.
	</li>
	<li>
	Work with your child&#39;s attention span. Plan for distractions that will keep him or her comfortable on the potty chair. For example, reading a story to your child may help keep him or her interested.
	</li>
	<li>
	Consider your child&#39;s frustration level, and be ready to encourage and reassure him or her at each step.
	</li>
</ul>

Before you begin toilet training, have your child examined by his or her health care provider. During your child&#39;s check-up, talk with the health care provider about the child&#39;s developmental readiness and temperament. Your health care provider can help you determine whether your child is ready to begin toilet training and help you plan your approach.

Timing is important. Toilet training should not be started when the child is feeling ill or when the child is experiencing any major life changes such as moving, new siblings, new school, or new child-care situation.

If your child is feeling too pressured to toilet train or if the process is too stressful, he or she may begin to withhold urine or stool. Withholding can be the result of too much pressure or can be caused by constipation (hard and painful stools).

Try not to feel pressured to toilet train your child. If you are feeling pressured to train your child because of caregiver considerations or family members&#39; views, your anxiety about toilet training can create anxiety in your child.

<h2>GETTING STARTED</h2>

<h3>What to Know</h3>

<ul>
	<li>
	Toilet training includes discussing, undressing, going, wiping, dressing, flushing, and hand-washing. Remember to reinforce your child&#39;s success at each step.
	</li>
	<li>
	There are many steps to the toilet training process. The more ready the child is when you begin, the more quickly the toilet training process will go.
	</li>
	<li>
	Initial success relies on your child understanding the use of the toilet, not mastering the process.
	</li>
	<li>
	Check your child&#39;s stools. It is very important that they are soft. Hard stools can be very painful and are difficult to pass. If your child&#39;s stools are hard, add fiber to your child&#39;s diet and consult your health care provider for a recommended stool-softener. When the stool is softer, reassure your child that now it won&#39;t hurt.
	</li>
	<li>
	A high-fiber diet and reduced quantity of dairy products can help soften the stool and develop and maintain regular bowel movements. Because children can resist being forced to eat nutritious foods, and because they learn best by example, eating a high-fiber balanced diet yourself will encourage your child to eat well.
	</li>
</ul>

<h3>What To Do</h3>

<ul>
	<li>
	Get a potty chair. Many children feel more secure on a potty chair than on a toilet because when they sit, their feet are securely on the floor and they are not afraid of falling off or in.
	</li>
	<li>
	Allow your child to become familiar with the potty chair. Let your child observe, touch, and get comfortable with the potty chair before attempting to use it. Also, introduce the potty chair to your child as his or her own chair.
	</li>
	<li>
	Place the potty chair in a convenient place for your child. The potty chair does not have to be limited to the bathroom. Keep it in the playroom, in the yard, or wherever your child is playing, so your child can get to it when he or she wants.
	</li>
	<li>
	If your child is afraid of the potty chair, don&#39;t pressure him or her to use it. Put toilet training aside for 1 or 2 months, and give your child time to get used to the idea of the potty chair and to be comfortable with it.
	</li>
	<li>
	Let your child first sit on the potty chair fully clothed once a day as a routine. Also, let your child leave the potty chair at any time, and never force your child to spend time sitting on it.
	</li>
	<li>
	After your child is comfortable sitting on the potty chair with clothes on, let him or her sit there without clothes.
	</li>
	<li>
	Take the stool from your child&#39;s diaper and put it into his or her potty chair so that your child can see where it should go.
	</li>
</ul>

<h2>HELPFUL TIPS AND SUGGESTIONS</h2>

<h3>Setbacks</h3>

Setbacks are to be expected, not to be seen as a failure or regression, but as a temporary step back. Setbacks are normal and may occur when your child feels too much pressure.

Setbacks can be frustrating, but your child needs encouragement and reassurance from you. Try to remember that this is your child&#39;s task, not your own.

<h3>Coordinating Plans</h3>

Make sure to coordinate your toilet training plans with others who may be with your child during the day (caregivers, grandparents, day care staff members). It is important that they know how you want your child to be trained so that the child receives the same message during the day when you are not present as during evenings and weekends when you are.

<h3>Parental Encouragement</h3>

Make this experience as positive, natural, and nonthreatening as possible so that your child feels confident that he or she is doing it on his or her own. Often, what seems like laziness in your child is resistance to pressure or immaturity. Your child is likely to want to be trained as much as you want him or her to be trained.

<ul>
	<li>
	Encourage imitation. When you sit on the toilet, allow your child to sit on the potty chair beside you.
	</li>
	<li>
	Boys should learn to urinate sitting first, because if they stand first, they may not want to sit to have a bowel movement.
	</li>
	<li>
	Start a routine with regular reminders beginning with one time a day&mdash;after breakfast or maybe at bath time when your child is already undressed.
	</li>
	<li>
	Watch for behavior, grimaces, or poses that may signal the need for a bowel movement, and ask your child if he or she needs to go.
	</li>
	<li>
	Praise your child whenever he or she tells you that he/she needs to go and when your child tells you without being reminded.
	</li>
	<li>
	Let your child flush if he or she wants to. Because some children do not like the sound of the toilet or are afraid of the toilet, be sure to determine whether your child is scared. Also, try to reassure your child if he or she becomes upset about the disappearance of the stool down the toilet.
	</li>
</ul>

<h3>Clothing/Diapers</h3>

Keep your child in loose, easy-to-remove clothing. Help your child master the dressing and undressing needed to sit on the potty chair. Once the child is comfortably sitting on the potty chair with clothes on, then try it with clothes off.

When your child is using the potty chair successfully several times a day, he or she may be ready for underwear for part of the day. Because diapers can be very reassuring, do not rush your child out of diapers.

Your child&#39;s skin is just as likely to get a rash from wetness or exposure to a stool as it did during infancy. Therefore, keeping your child dry and clean is as important during training as it was when he or she was an infant. Change your child regularly, and do not leave him or her in soiled clothing as a training method.

Disposable or nondisposable training pants may be used as part of the transition from diaper to underwear, but they are not recommended as an initial step. They may be helpful when your child is ready to take over the training process.

<h3>Specific Training Issues</h3>

<ul>
	<li>
	Accidents are common and should be expected in the training process.
	</li>
	<li>
	Boys generally take longer to be trained than do girls.
	</li>
	<li>
	If you feel you need help in the training process, contact your pediatrician or health care professional to discuss any issues you may have.
	</li>
</ul>

<h3>Night-time Training</h3>

Nighttime or naptime dryness may occur at the same time as daytime dryness, although it may not occur until a year or so later. Aside from taking your child to the toilet before going to sleep, here are some other tips to help the child stay dry through the night:

<ul>
	<li>
	Ask your child to withhold urine a little during the day to gain better control.
	</li>
	<li>
	With your child&#39;s permission, wake him or her during the night to use the bathroom.
	</li>
	<li>
	A nighttime potty chair kept by the bed can make it more convenient for your child when he or she wakes during the night.
	</li>
	<li>
	If your child is still consistently wetting the bed 1 year after age 7 years, consult your pediatrician or health care professional.
	</li>
</ul>

<h2 style="text-align:center">Big moves ahead &ndash; 8 months old Milestones, Growth, and Parenting </h2>

Around this time, your little one is probably super busy as she is learning more about the world. They are on their discovering spree &ndash; mostly by putting everything in their mouth, of course. Read on to find out about the milestones and growth of your 8-months-old, changes in mother&rsquo;s life, and much more. 

<h3 style="text-align:justify">Development Milestones - </h3>

<h3 style="text-align:justify">Body </h3>

<ul>
	<li style="text-align: justify;">Sits unaided </li>
	<li style="text-align: justify;">Rolls from front to back and vice-versa </li>
	<li style="text-align: justify;">Can hold objects and pass them from one hand to another </li>
	<li style="text-align: justify;">Tries to crawl or already crawling </li>
	<li style="text-align: justify;">Cruises around holding furniture </li>
	<li style="text-align: justify;">Bangs toys together </li>
	<li style="text-align: justify;">Bears more weight on legs </li>
	<li style="text-align: justify;">Can notice things well (eyesight improving) </li>
	<li style="text-align: justify;">Can hold their own cup/bottle for drinking </li>
</ul>

Brain 

<ul>
	<li style="text-align: justify;">Feels happy in front of the mirror </li>
	<li style="text-align: justify;">Recognizes familiar faces </li>
	<li style="text-align: justify;">Responds and makes sounds back </li>
	<li style="text-align: justify;">Makes sounds for different needs and emotions such as happy or frustrated sounds </li>
	<li style="text-align: justify;">Responds to name </li>
	<li style="text-align: justify;">Taste and touch senses are developing </li>
	<li style="text-align: justify;">Reacts on seeing a stranger such as crying, fear, reaching back to parents </li>
	<li style="text-align: justify;">Spots and points out the objects they want </li>
	<li style="text-align: justify;">Understands simple and basic words </li>
	<li style="text-align: justify;">Babbles sounds such as &ldquo;m&rdquo; or &ldquo;b&rdquo; </li>
</ul>

Your baby&rsquo;s routine will probably look something like this - 

<h3 style="text-align:justify">Sleeping </h3>

<ul>
	<li style="text-align: justify;">Can sleep up to 10-12 hours without feeding </li>
	<li style="text-align: justify;">Separation anxiety can make bedtime more challenging </li>
	<li style="text-align: justify;">Teething discomforts may trouble the baby </li>
</ul>

<h3 style="text-align:justify">Feeding </h3>

<ul>
	<li style="text-align: justify;">Offer lumpy, soft, and finger foods </li>
	<li style="text-align: justify;">Breastmilk and formula are still the staple food </li>
	<li style="text-align: justify;">Sipping practice should be encouraged by offering an open cup </li>
</ul>

<h3 style="text-align:justify">Playing </h3>

<ul>
	<li style="text-align: justify;">Play games like peek-a-boo </li>
	<li style="text-align: justify;">Expose her to small toys such as boxes, soft blocks </li>
	<li style="text-align: justify;">The conversation is a must </li>
</ul>

<h3 style="text-align:justify">Bathing </h3>

<ul>
	<li style="text-align: justify;">Hard soaps and bubble bath can irritate the baby&rsquo;s soft skin </li>
	<li style="text-align: justify;">Dry the skin completely before dressing her up </li>
</ul>

<h3 style="text-align:justify">Parenting an eight-month-old baby </h3>

As parents, you are also learning with each passing day. It is good to feel confident about the things you know and it is perfectly ok to not know things and ask for help/suggestions. Taking care of a baby is overwhelming. But it is important to look after yourself too. If you are physically, mentally, and emotionally healthy then only you can help your child grow and thrive. 

Sometimes, you will feel frustrated or sad for no reason, this is the time when you should ask someone else to hold the baby for a while. Call your family member/friend or just take some time out for yourself.

5 standard milestones to check the impeccable development of your pre-schooler 

Right after blowing the 3 candles on his birthday cake, his world of imagination expands to vivid stretches. During his preschool years, he will mature in several innovative zones. As always there are some standard milestones to mark his growth, fiddle through the below signs to keep a track. 

<ol start="1">
	<li>
	Socially inline 
	</li>
</ol>

<ul>
	<li>
	Starts playing in groups. 
	</li>
</ul>

<ul>
	<li>
	Greets to known people himself or after being asked. 
	</li>
	<li>
	Pays attention to captivating short stories. 
	</li>
	<li>
	Seeks permission before grabbing other people&rsquo;s belongings. 
	</li>
	<li>
	Understands the idea of taking turns. 
	</li>
	<li>
	Understands what clean up post play means and respect that. 
	</li>
</ul>

 

<ol start="2">
	<li>
	Rational quotient 
	</li>
</ol>

<ul>
	<li>
	Scribbles with more control. 
	</li>
	<li>
	Sorting by colour, shape, or size is no problem any longer. 
	</li>
	<li>
	Gets familiar with different genders. 
	</li>
</ul>

<ul>
	<li>
	Gets the theory to distinguish between &ldquo;same&rdquo; and &ldquo;different.&rdquo; 
	</li>
	<li>
	Name few colours and numbers correctly. 
	</li>
	<li>
	Uses imagination to pretend play and making stories. 
	</li>
</ul>

 

<ol start="3">
	<li>
	Taming the emotions 
	</li>
</ol>

<ul>
	<li>
	Recognize and recover from anger and tantrums. 
	</li>
	<li>
	Expresses feelings in words. 
	</li>
	<li>
	Uses more words to show displeasure than physical aggression. 
	</li>
	<li>
	Begins to understand the difference between fact and fiction. 
	</li>
	<li>
	Identifies different emotions and their relevance. 
	</li>
</ul>

<ul>
	<li>
	Becomes more independent. 
	</li>
</ul>

 

<ol start="4">
	<li>
	Motor skills watch 
	</li>
</ol>

<ul>
	<li>
	Uses scissors to cut paper. 
	</li>
	<li>
	Puts together the large pieces of Jigsaw puzzles. 
	</li>
</ul>

<ul>
	<li>
	Can build blocks. 
	</li>
	<li>
	Jumps over the obstacles while running. 
	</li>
	<li>
	Hops on one foot twice or thrice. 
	</li>
	<li>
	Walks up or down the stairs independently. 
	</li>
</ul>

 

<ol start="5">
	<li>
	Mastering the chit chatting 
	</li>
</ol>

<ul>
	<li>
	Gets hold over basic grammar. 
	</li>
	<li>
	Makes sentences using up to 8 words. 
	</li>
	<li>
	Speaks clear enough with strangers as well. 
	</li>
	<li>
	Gets curious and asks several questions. 
	</li>
</ul>

<ul>
	<li>
	Sings simple rhymes and songs. 
	</li>
	<li>
	Speaks about basic experiences. 
	</li>
</ul>

Remember, not even the siblings grow at the same rate. Your child might be behind on a few signs or ahead on others so do not let the stress take over as this is quite common. They do the catching up eventually, enjoy every phase of their growth.

There is no doubt that one can never forget that golden moment when you came to know that you&rsquo;re going to have twins. Although welcoming twin babies in your life can double the happiness of being parents but at the same time, it can be exhausting for the parents when it comes to raising them together. For the parents, giving potty training to their twins can be a daunting task to accomplish. To make it easier and more convenient on your part you need to be more patient because this skill requires ample time and energy. Potty training your twins is a milestone and you can easily train your babies by below-mentioned tips: 

<ul>
	<li>
	PREPARE YOUR KIDS- If your twins are not ready for the physical changes then you can prepare them mentally for the coming changes. You can get them new colorful books of their favorite cartoon characters wearing underpants. You can also show them potty training cartoon videos on smartphones or tablets. To prepare your children for the upcoming potty-training session you can take them on a shopping trip to buy colorful potty seats and underpants. Always remember that kids don&rsquo;t like to share their things and you don&rsquo;t have to be miser so consider investing in 2 potty seats. Identical potty seats will save you from unnecessary chaos and trouble. 
	</li>
	<li>
	LOOK FOR SIGNS OF READINESS- Depending on the child the process of potty training can be started when your babies turn 18 months old or as late as 3 years old. There is no need to force your kids if they don&rsquo;t show any signs of readiness. You must positively introduce this new habit. You must keep an eye on the diapers of your babies because if they are not wetting them for a longer duration then you must take them on their occasional washroom trip. Some signs of readiness include hiding in a private place when they urge to pee or poop, getting uncomfortable with their soiled diapers, imitating other family members, and their habit of regularly using the washroom. You must always remember that your twins may not be ready at the same time and you must evaluate your twins individually. 
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	DRESS THEM APPROPRIATELY- If you&rsquo;re planning to begin potty training for the kids as soon as they turn 18 months old then you must dress them appropriately. Dressing your kids in clothes that are too fancy and make them uncomfortable to pull down on their own is strictly not recommended. You must dress up your kids in simple, comfortable, and lesser clothes during the process of potty training. Dress them in such clothes that they can easily pull down in case of emergency or when you&rsquo;re not around. This also results in lesser soiled clothes for washing. 
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	MAKE SIMILAR SCHEDULE FOR YOUR KIDS- While raising twins you must make sure that every activity of your kids is in synchronization for instance sleeping, feeding, playing time, bathing or pooping. If you&rsquo;re offering milk to your kids in the morning and training them to use the washroom after that it is obvious that both the kids will get inspired from each other and will prepare their minds accordingly. Gradually both the kids will get into this habit and will become consistent. 
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	CHOOSE YOUR TIME WISELY- You have to function according to the requirement of your kids and it completely depends on the readiness of the children. Be flexible and always remember that training your twins for potty doesn&rsquo;t have to meet any deadline. You have to take care of their mood, changes in their daily routines. Don&rsquo;t try to put pressure on your children if there is a family function approaching or you&rsquo;re planning to go on a vacation. You may also have to try different approaches for your children because there is no hard and fast rule that any one approach will work for both the kids. 
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	SEEK EXPERT ADVICE IF NEEDED- if you have been trying for more than a week or 10 days and getting unsuccessful results then you must consult the pediatrician. The doctor will check both the kids whether the children are suffering from any medical condition like constipation or not. You can seek your doctor&rsquo;s advice if any issue persists. 
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	OFFER REWARDS AND BE PREPARED FOR THE MESS AS WELL- Don&#39;t be partial towards anyone and do not demean the kid who is making slower progress. If your kids love competition then you can always reward them for their great efforts and progress. Get ready to deal with the mess and try to stay calm because there will be several accidents and setbacks during the process. 
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Reading stories and singing rhymes to your baby is the simplest yet the most effective way to help develop your baby&rsquo;s cognitive as well as language skills. It helps to build upon their imagination and enhances their reading skills once they start school. By reading books to your babies, you help to build upon their vocabulary which, helps them with language and communication. Through reading, you can familiarise and introduce children with various educational concepts like shapes, colors, letters, numbers, and that too in a fun and entertaining manner. 

During the first 12 months, your baby would have learned a lot of different sounds, by the age of 12-18 months, babies start to say simple words. The more books you read and the more rhymes you sing to them, the greater number of words they learn, which helps them to talk clearly and fluently from an early age in their life. Hearing different words through stories and rhymes helps a baby in enriching their vocabulary and it also aids the network in their brains. 

Babies whose parents read to them from an incredibly early age and regularly, become more curious and engaging in nature. They can learn and comprehend things more easily and quickly than babies who have no such exposure to stories and rhymes. Babies who are read to regularly are advanced in reading and learning at school than other babies of their age. They can reach their developmental milestone earlier in comparison to other children. 

<h3>How do singing rhymes and reading stories help your baby? </h3>

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	<li>Your baby learns to differentiate between various sounds and emotions. This enhances their social and emotional skills. </li>
	<li>Reading encourages your baby to answer, express, touch, point, and analyze various things present around them from the words they hear in the multiple stories and rhymes. It generates curiosity in their young mind hence, enhances their cognitive skills. </li>
	<li>Also, listening to rhymes and stories helps them in copying sounds, learning words, and recognizing various pictures that they see. They try to repeat the words and sounds they hear which helps to develop their language and communication skills. </li>
</ol>

These are some of the most essential reasons as to why you should introduce your baby to the world of stories and rhymes from an early age. To help you with your needs of finding different interesting stories each time, Mylo Family has carefully created a selection of stories and rhymes which you can access by downloading the Mylo App on your phone. Through the Mylo App, you can read different exciting stories as well as sing and dance to rhymes. the Mylo App has made reading stories and singing rhymes a child&rsquo;s play. Your baby will be learning and playing at the same time. It is a wonderful way to bond with your child and connect with them as they learn and grow.

<h2 style="text-align:center"> Do&#39;s and Don&#39;ts when Potty Training Your New-born </h2>

There is no definite time to start potty training. But you need to look out for the following signs which indicate that your little one is ready. 

Physical signs: The first thing you want to check is whether your baby can walk or not. You may also want to wait and see if he/ she has a well-formed bowel movement at a particular time. 

Observation: Wait and watch, if your baby can quietly sit at one place for a time period of over five minutes. When a child starts to dislike the feeling of a wet diaper or shows signs of bowel movement, it is a good indicator to start with potty training. 

Other signs: Important behavioural signs include being cooperative, demonstrating the ability to sit at a place and desire for independence. 

 Do&rsquo;s and Don&rsquo;ts for Potty Training 

Here are a few things you need to bear in mind while working on potty training with your little one. 

Do&rsquo;s 

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	Be patient with your toddler and look for physical and behavioural signs 
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	Make it fun and motivational to perform this activity. You can also motivate by offering a reward every time this activity is completed 
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	Do have an emergency kit in hand such as extra underwear, shirts, socks, plastic bags and wet wipes 
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	Discuss with your doctor and don&rsquo;t be afraid to seek advice, if you see any potential problems 
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Don&#39;ts 

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	Don&rsquo;t push or insist constantly when you start 
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	Don&rsquo;t aim to successfully teach at one go 
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	Don&rsquo;t compare your child with other children 
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	Don&rsquo;t show any signs of frustration or eagerness 
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	Don&rsquo;t set any deadlines, be realistic with your training expectations 
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	Don&rsquo;t use clothes which can be difficult to manage 
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	Don&rsquo;t worry too much, these things take time 
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Potty training requires patience with your young ones and helping them to learn, which is also a step towards making them more independent.

How to stop your baby from sucking his/her thumb?

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