Learn about the growth milestones that babies are expected to achieve by 35th week or the ninth month of their development.First and foremost, you deserve a pat on the back for having made it this far. Having completed almost 9 months with your baby, how does it feel? Amazing, isn't it? The last 8 and a half months have been a heterogeneous mixture of sorts, with both good and bad times, although now in retrospect, there were more good times than bad. Each incident with your baby is a memory that you will cherish forever; a few years from now, you would probably look back on this time and smile thinking about how anxious you were about your baby and how even the tiniest thing could turn on your panic mode.Nevertheless, that shows you are a good parent, and that's all that matters. Taking care of a child is no child's play, and as your baby steps into his 35th week, you'll be noticing quite a few changes in her.
Well your baby is gradually developing a mind of her own now. That means she now has an idea of what she likes and dislikes. By now, she should've tried out a number of food items. And to your surprise and annoyance, she might not want to eat something she had apparently loved initially. Your baby now will develop a preference for different food items. Some might like bananas, while some might enjoy crackers. Whatever it is, let her have it. It has been noticed that babies love eating on their own. On the contrary, they are reluctant to eat when being fed. Also, try to incorporate different foods in her diet, and not just liquid stuff. Before the age of one, she cannot consume more than half a cup of juice or other liquids.
The Doctor's Visit This Month
This week you must pay visit to the doctor. She will first measure the height and weight of your baby. The last time you visited her was about 3 months ago, hence you will notice quite a change in her growth curve. Also, your doctor will carry out some simple ways to assess your baby's development to make sure there aren't any delays that should put your mind to rest. After that, your baby will receive her immunization doses again, and will also be examined for iron deficiency. Before you take her to the doctor, it would be wise to come up with a list of queries and doubts so that you don't forget them when you visit the chamber.
Milestones This Week
At 35 weeks, your baby is developing at a rapid rate. That means her muscles are growing stronger with each passing day. Since you're already paying a visit to the doctor, you might as well find out some muscle strengthening exercise that will help enhance her strength. You will be fascinated by the way she comes up with new games each day. You might play ball with her now, you can pass her the ball and she might pass it right back to you. Even the smallest things seem to trigger her excitement, which might seem comical.
A Few Concerns This Week
If you have been breastfeeding your baby, you might notice a few changes now. She might be rejecting your breast milk, and while that might hurt, it is actually quite normal, especially if you've introduced the bottle. This is called nursing strike, and is usually a phase that passes with time. Your baby is so caught up with the wonders of the world around her that she might lose interest in your nursing. What you can do is take her to a room which is quiet and without distractions, and try to feed her there.
Communicating With Your Baby
At 35 weeks, you really cannot expect your baby to start speaking. However, your baby is now intelligent enough to communicate what she wants to you. You've spent 8 months with her, and that means you will learn to pick up on the small signs she uses. Yes, at this stage, your baby is likely to use signs to communicate. If she wants something, she'll probably point at it. Using sign language is actually a good way of communication, because it makes them feel confident and powerful and not to mention independent.
The visit to the doctor this week will convince you that your baby is fine, and that you're doing it right. It would also help you understand where your baby stands, and if she has reached the milestones in development. However, as long as your baby seems to be happy, it doesn't matter, does it?What kind of food should be included in the diet of babies during 9th month? How to boost development of babies during 9th month? What kinds of toys are suitable for babies during the 9th month of their development? Discuss here.
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