8 Month Development/Shaken Baby Syndrome

At 8 months your little one will be sitting up on their own and moving around a lot. If your baby is crawling you want to make sure to keep sharp and small objects out of your baby's reach. Always keep an eye on your little one because they will move fast. There have been some reviews on walkers that they can be dangerous so always keep an eye on your little one if they are in their walker. At this age your little one probably also likes to touch and feel different objects, they will probably also be entertained in throwing their toy. It is important at this age to encourage your baby with toys that require them to sit up and crawl. If your little one isn't crawling yet you can encourage them by placing toys and objects that will entice them and slowly moving it away so baby can go after it. Your baby probably understands you and that's why it is important to give them lots of hugs and kisses you also want to be firm if your little one does something bad. This does not mean spanking but showing disapproval by a firm face, saying no, taking their toy away.


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Shaken Baby Syndrome

Shaken Baby Syndrome is a serious issue and a form of abuse. There have been many cases where a child died or became disabled due to mistreatment. Shaken Baby Syndrome happens when a parent is angry with their baby usually because of crying and they shake their baby hoping it will stop them. This may cause damage to the baby's brain, spinal-cord injury and even death.

If you have shaken your baby it is important to seek treatment right away.

Preventing Shaken Baby Syndrome
-Control your anger
-If you cannot control your anger place your baby in a safe place and leave the room
-Keep in mind that a baby cries because they have needs not to annoy you
-Count to 10 and take deep breaths

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At 8 months your little one will be sitting up on their own and moving around a lot. If your baby is crawling you want to make sure to keep sharp and small objects out of your baby's reach. Always keep an eye on your little one because they will move fast. There have been some reviews on walkers that they can be dangerous so always keep an eye on your little one if they are in their walker. At this age your little one probably also likes to touch and feel different objects, they will probably also be entertained in throwing their toy. It is important at this age to encourage your baby with toys that require them to sit up and crawl. If your little one isn't crawling yet you can encourage them by placing toys and objects that will entice them and slowly moving it away so baby can go after it. Your baby probably understands you and that's why it is important to give them lots of hugs and kisses you also want to be firm if your little one does something bad. This does not mean spanking but showing disapproval by a firm face, saying no, taking their toy away.


To read more about 8 month development
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Shaken Baby Syndrome

Shaken Baby Syndrome is a serious issue and a form of abuse. There have been many cases where a child died or became disabled due to mistreatment. Shaken Baby Syndrome happens when a parent is angry with their baby usually because of crying and they shake their baby hoping it will stop them. This may cause damage to the baby's brain, spinal-cord injury and even death.

If you have shaken your baby it is important to seek treatment right away.

Preventing Shaken Baby Syndrome
-Control your anger
-If you cannot control your anger place your baby in a safe place and leave the room
-Keep in mind that a baby cries because they have needs not to annoy you
-Count to 10 and take deep breaths

to read more on SBS
http://www.medicinenet.com/shaken_baby_syndrome/article.htm

Baby Development at 7 months

At 7 months your baby is much more active and eating solids. The time to start solids is usually around 6 months or if unsure you should consult your pediatrician. The way to tell if your little one is interested in solids is when they try to grab the food you are eating or keep eyeing it. Most pediatricians recommend baby cereal as the first foods. You want to start offering baby a little bit at a time along with breastmilk or formula until they are used to it. After baby has been introduced to solids and is taking it you want to wait a week or so before introducing any new solids. This way you can figure out which foods your baby may be allergic to. In terms of development your baby is probably rolling around a lot, sitting up and being much more active. Some babies also start to learn to crawl or scoot around at this age. Again, every baby is different and development stages vary if you are concerned make sure to seek your pediatrician for guidance. What is most important is that you have a happy and healthy baby.

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At 7 months your baby is much more active and eating solids. The time to start solids is usually around 6 months or if unsure you should consult your pediatrician. The way to tell if your little one is interested in solids is when they try to grab the food you are eating or keep eyeing it. Most pediatricians recommend baby cereal as the first foods. You want to start offering baby a little bit at a time along with breastmilk or formula until they are used to it. After baby has been introduced to solids and is taking it you want to wait a week or so before introducing any new solids. This way you can figure out which foods your baby may be allergic to. In terms of development your baby is probably rolling around a lot, sitting up and being much more active. Some babies also start to learn to crawl or scoot around at this age. Again, every baby is different and development stages vary if you are concerned make sure to seek your pediatrician for guidance. What is most important is that you have a happy and healthy baby.

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Important Dates

After your little one is born it is important to keep the post pregnancy checkups

Mom-
6 week postpartum- Obgyn checks to make sure you are doing well after pregnancy and healing properly/ talks about birth control options, pap smear.


Baby-
2 week appt- keep track of baby development and bilirubin level, regular checkup to make sure baby is doing okay after pregnancy. Consultations about breastfeeding, etc.
2 month- keep track of development, 2 month vaccinations
4 month- keep track of development and growth,4 month vaccinations
6 month- keep track of development and growth,6 month vaccinations
9 month- keep track of development and growth,9 month vaccinations
12 month-


Baby development at 6 months

At this age your baby has probably mastered rolling around on his or her back. Sights and sound excite them even more and baby is probably able to sit on their own. Toys that will be good for your little one would be the ones that encourage hands on, lights and colorful shapes. Also the toys that encourage play while sitting up or if your baby is still not able to sit a lot of tummy time toys will help or a swing (parental supervision required). It is important to have your baby playing in different positions so they are not just always on their back.

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After your little one is born it is important to keep the post pregnancy checkups

Mom-
6 week postpartum- Obgyn checks to make sure you are doing well after pregnancy and healing properly/ talks about birth control options, pap smear.


Baby-
2 week appt- keep track of baby development and bilirubin level, regular checkup to make sure baby is doing okay after pregnancy. Consultations about breastfeeding, etc.
2 month- keep track of development, 2 month vaccinations
4 month- keep track of development and growth,4 month vaccinations
6 month- keep track of development and growth,6 month vaccinations
9 month- keep track of development and growth,9 month vaccinations
12 month-


Baby development at 6 months

At this age your baby has probably mastered rolling around on his or her back. Sights and sound excite them even more and baby is probably able to sit on their own. Toys that will be good for your little one would be the ones that encourage hands on, lights and colorful shapes. Also the toys that encourage play while sitting up or if your baby is still not able to sit a lot of tummy time toys will help or a swing (parental supervision required). It is important to have your baby playing in different positions so they are not just always on their back.

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