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7 Qualities of April-born Babies That Make Them Special
It is often said that courageous warriors (Aries) are born in the first half of April and resourceful bulls (Taurus) towards the end of the month! April may sound like a funny month, but is, in fact, the birth month of some interesting personalities. April-born babies share more than just their birth month. Certain qualities of the babies born in April are quite prominent; they stand out irrespective of their zodiac signs. So if you’re pregnant and your due date is around the corner, there’s a good chance that your baby will possess most of these qualities. Girl or boy, a warrior for sure!!
7 Fun Facts About April-born Babies
For those living in chilly areas, April is a happy month. It is considered to be the month of new beginnings, given the fact that the zodiac cycle restarts from this very month. Generally, April-born babies have bubbly personalities and a positive outlook. Here’s what your April-born kiddo is all about if she’s born in the fourth month of the year!
1. Extremely Optimistic
Don’t believe us? Here’s a study to prove it all! According to U.K. researchers, babies born in March, April & May score high on hyperthymia. In general terms, they are generally optimistic. They are the 'glass-half-full' kind, the ones who find a silver lining in every situation. Extreme positivity is a trait that is commonly found across most April-born babies. And it’s not just the babies who are all smiles; they grow up to be optimistic adults with a positive outlook!
2. Generally Sensitive
April-born babies are quite receptive to emotions. They feel every emotion deeply, and not just their own; their ability to sense the emotions of those around is astounding! This is why the babies born in April are highly empathetic. So whether it is offering an ear to listen or a shoulder to cry on, know this - your baby will be there for those who truly need her!
3. Naturally Fearless
Babies born in April are naturally fearless. Irrespective of whether their zodiac sign is Aries or Taurus, they possess the spirit of a warrior and the strength of a bull. This fearlessness of your child will help her achieve great things in the future. From standing up for herself in school to probably becoming a social activist in the future, your baby will carry the confidence of sorts. Who knows, she might end up in the armed forces one day! Be sure of the fact that your baby will grow up with courage. April babies fear nothing! They’re always looking for opportunities, and the moment they set their eyes on one, they’ll stop at nothing to get what they want!
4. Value Friendships
April borns are loyal and generous - the most desirable qualities in a friend. Because of their empathetic nature, April borns make wonderful friends, but more than that, they value friendships. They give a lot of importance to their friends, sometimes even more than family. Beware; April-born babies can grow up to be chatterboxes too!
5. Impatience Comes Easy
Extreme creativity paired with fearlessness is what gives birth to impatience. Yes, it’s not all smiles and roses with April-born babies. They are highly impatient by nature because they know exactly what they want and how to get their hands on it. They are go-getters who would rather get things themselves instead of hanging around, waiting for someone else to get it for them.
6. Born to Lead
April-born babies are innovative, quick learners, and innately bossy. Paired in the right way, these qualities account for a great leader. Some might heartily agree with the fact that April borns can be quite dominating. They are ambitious individuals who dream big with their feet grounded. April borns are naturally inclined to lead because they are born with the skills of a leader.
7. Thirsty for Adventure
April borns have a great sense of adventure. They are not afraid of taking risks; in fact, they enjoy an occasional adrenaline rush. They are always up for the craziest of adventures, including athletic sports and nature treks. The thrill-seeking nature of these babies is what makes them thirsty for adventure.
So now that you have an insight into the personality of most April-born babies, you have a decent explanation as to why these babies will grow up to be cheerful, optimistic individuals. At least most do! But as they say, exceptions exist even in the rarest of situations, and April-born or not, these unique traits are what make your baby special.
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Your 45 Week Old Baby - Development, Milestones & Care
Your baby is already 45 weeks old, which is 11 months and two weeks! He is a big boy now and more interested in eliciting reactions out of people around him - he may bang his cup down or yank your hair just to hear a big ‘NO’ out of you. Crying, being clingy, and crankiness are other things to watch out for at this age, but your baby will also be extra confident and independent enough to crawl, pull himself up, stand and maybe even start to walk. Your 45-week old baby would have mastered clapping and blowing kisses by now. He might bring his mouth to your cheek to offer you a kiss, but be careful: it might turn into a bite in the end! That’s how unpredictable a baby will be at this age.
Your 45 Week Old Baby’s Development
Your 45-week-old baby will often be confused between two of his needs – to keep an eye on you, thanks to separation anxiety and a strong, conflicting need to move around and explore his environment. He will end up using you like the base - going everywhere and yet coming back to check whether you are still there or not. He will gain confidence this way but may become alarmed when he finds you not at where he left you. You baby will love reading colourful books with you and start pointing out things in the book and sounding out their names if you have been reading to him often. Most babies this age might have the trademark chubby legs, arms and a pot belly but these will start to become leaner in the next few months. So do all the squeezing you want now!
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Your 45 Week Old Baby's Developmental Milestones
Below are some of the 45-week-old baby milestones you can learn to identify and expect:
Your baby will be able to get into a sitting position from a 'lying flat on tummy' position
Your baby will be able to understand the meaning of ‘no’ but not always obey it
Your baby will be able to bend and pick up objects with his fingers
Your baby will be able to imitate inflections and sounds
Your baby will be able to follow simple step instructions like ‘bring me the ball’ or ‘give me that’ with gestures
Your baby will be able to reply with sounds when you prompt. Like when you ask ‘what does the cow say’, he can reply with ‘moo’.
Your baby’s vocabulary may increase to 4 or 5 distinct sounding words along with ‘mama’ and ‘papa’.
[Also Read: 10 Months Old Baby Milestones]
Feeding
Your 45-week old baby is heading to complete one year, so consider weaning him off your breast. If you are in no hurry and enjoy breastfeeding, you can continue for as long as you like. Toddlers gain a lot of nutrition as well as immune support from breastfeeding. But if you want to start weaning by the age of one year, give your breasts and body time to adjust for these changes. Dropping a feed per week is a systematic approach. Here is a plan for breastfeeding your baby:
One feed on waking
Breakfast
Mid-morning feed before nap
Breastfeed and lunch
Mid-afternoon feed before nap
Breastfeed and dinner
Breastfeed at bedtime
Breastfeed on night waking
When you wean a baby, you replace breastfeeding with other sources of food and comfort. To allow your breasts to adjust, avoid reducing mealtime feeds consecutively. For example, you can drop a lunchtime feed one week, and the dinner feeds the next. You can replace these with food and water from a cup. Also, you can replace breast milk with formula. If you do the transition well, you can reach the weaning stage of cutting out sleep time feeds.
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Sleeping
Babies at 45 weeks experience peak sleep disturbance. This could mean that your baby might spend the whole night at your breast, frequently feeding, in what is called ‘breast sleeping’. This can be both positive as well as challenging for mothers. But sometimes, surrendering is the best option till your baby sleeps well again. If you are in this situation, make sure to support yourself and ease any strain from the fixed position. Sometimes in the middle of the night, it is easy to roll your baby to the other side of you to help you ease your body positioning for better sleep. Although this period is intense, it is temporary. Once your baby gets through this developmental phase, you can return him to his cot or resume the previous bed sharing.
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Care Tips for Your 45-week-old Baby
Below are a few ways for you to care for your 45-week-old baby.
When your baby tries to provoke you to say ‘no’ by throwing his sippy cup or yanking on the telephone cord, don’t say ‘no’ to him. Simply take the cup away saying ‘all done’ or replace the real telephone with a toy telephone.
If you have a staircase at home, your baby will try to climb up and down. Make sure to keep an eye. You can hold his hand and teach him how to go up by staying behind to catch him if he loses balance. While coming down, you can teach him that the safest way is feet first and flat on the tummy. But never leave him near the stairs alone.
If your baby throws tantrums on you taking something away from him, like the remote control, offer a substitute like building blocks. Have nap times even if he resists. No matter how much he screams, don’t give in. Instead, calmly explain why he can’t have it and put him in a safe place like a crib where he can cry it out till he responds to comfort. Don’t stress; he is just testing your limits.
Test and Vaccinations
A doctor will not usually schedule a medical checkup for your baby at the 10-11 month mark.
1. Tests
If your baby shows signs of anaemia, the doctor can advise a blood test to check levels of haemoglobin, iron and lead in his blood. The doctor will also measure your baby’s height and weight to track his development.
2. Vaccinations
Between 6-18 months, your baby will need the final dose of the Hepatitis B vaccine and the third dose of the IPV (polio) vaccine. Depending on the environment and your baby’s health, he may also need an influenza vaccine shot recommended by the doctor.
Games and Activities
Below are a few games and activities you can play with your baby:
Peekaboo/Hide and Seek - Since babies at this stage are prone to separation anxiety, such call and respond games can reassure your baby that you are still nearby even when not visible.
You can play the box game where you sit your baby inside a large cardboard box and keep opening and closing the lid, calling, so he knows you are there.
You can erect a play tunnel for him where he can crawl through and enjoy trying to come out from the other end.
You can play hide and seek with the other parent, holding your baby in your arms and seeking along with him.
Ask your baby to find a particular object in the room like his favourite toy or pacifier.
You can also teach your baby gestures for different words, like ‘more’ for when he wants more food at mealtimes.
[Also Read: 10 Months Old Baby Activities]
When to Consult a Doctor
Here is when you should consult your doctor during your 45-week-old infant's development:
If you notice any abnormality in the way your baby walks or in his legs, if only one leg is bowed or one knee is turned in, consult your paediatrician. Your baby might have rickets or any other condition in which case the treatment would be a diet rich in Vitamin D.
Since your baby will move around more at this stage, make sure he doesn’t fall and hit himself on sharp edges. If he does and you notice that your baby is in pain a few days later, call your doctor.
Babies at 45 weeks of age are hard to handle due to sleep disruption and tantrums. You can follow the above tips to handle your baby till he passes this developmental stage.
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Q. i missed my periods on 5 but when I checked in the morning urine that is not showing positive but when I check now I can see faint line ... why this is happening
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How to Deal with 'Exam Fear' in Kids
As your child gears up for his examinations, you might find a sudden shift in his attitude. He may visit the bathroom more often, refuse meals and be sleepless at night. This “examination fear” can fortunately be discarded with some study and lifestyle adjustments.
In recent times, examinations have taken precedence over everything else in the life of a child. Children look at examinations as super stressful rather than a positive challenge. As moms, you want to keep your little one calm and confident by helping him deal with this common but manageable exam fear.
What is Exam Fear?
Exam fear is an extreme anxiety which a child experiences before and during exams. Your child may exhibit the following symptoms:
Sleeplessness
A general feeling of fatigue
Irritable bowels
Going blank while reading the question paper
Stomach ache and headache
Nausea
Causes of Exam Fear in Children
To help your child fight examination fear, you need to tackle these questions:
Is your child under constant pressure to get good grades?
Are you expecting too much from him?
Is your child a perfectionist and doesn't settle down for anything less?
Does your kid dread rejection from peers in case he performs poorly?
Does he dread scolding from you in case his exams don't go well?
4 Ways to Deal with Examination Fear in Kids
Create a positive atmosphere at home: Your child needs silence and peace to collect his thoughts and focus on his books. Switch off the TV, finish off all your chores and sit with him for his lessons.
Prepare Study Plans: A study plan provides tangible goals to your child. Prepare well balanced lesson plans in consultation with his teacher. Ensure adequate time for rest and play so that your darling is not stressed out.
Provide balanced, nutrient rich meals: See that your child has meals on time. Also make sure that he has adequate carbohydrates and proteins. Refrain from giving him oily, greasy snacks and instead offer nuts and fruits at regular intervals.
Take him for quick outings: A stroll in the park or garden will rejuvenate and refresh your young one. Make sure that your child has his daily dose of fresh air during examinations in order to have a clear and composed mind.
While helping your child deal with his fear of exams, it is critical to empathize and make him understand that examinations are not the ultimate judge of his capabilities. Tell him that while exam time at school is a great opportunity to reap results for hard work, you will shower your baby with love come what may! Read more
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Q. i missed my periods 3 days ago today I checked then this result come. but when I checked yesterday afternoon the result is the second attachment . why this is happening I am confused 😕
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