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Watching an infant grow is a wonderful and unique experience for a parent. However along with this also comes the responsibility of knowing that this new person who has come into your life and who is so small and helpless, is dependent on you for everything.
For the first few weeks of your baby's life, it seems all he does is eat, sleep, cry and wet his diapers. Gradually, his physical and mental capabilities begin to expand and he becomes increasingly alert and responsive to his surroundings. Babies grow and learn faster than they will at any other stage of life, so what they do will be continually changing. Optimum growth and development of your baby is achieved in a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere. Positive experiences provided to your baby will lead him to develop confidence, emotional stability and social interaction ability, as he grows older. This will also prepare the way for optimal learning during the school years.
Raising a baby can create personal joy as these little people master newfound skills. Your baby will achieve many milestones during his first year of life. Teething issues, establishing sleep patterns and introducing solids are some of the challenges that you will encounter. |
The early years of a child's life are the building blocks for the future. It is important to provide adequate care for your baby that will help to prepare a foundation for his future. Remember that every baby is different. While babies usually follow similar patterns with their development your baby might do things faster or slower or differently from other babies. Babies are unique individuals who can develop at different rates and yet remain healthy and normal.
Access and track your baby's developmental milestones with your very own personalisedBaby Steps Journal. Your journal also includes fun weekly activity tips, which aid in your child’sgrowth, plus exclusive access to our expert dietitians, who are on standby to answer all yournutrition questions.
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