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Baby Hiccups in the Womb - Is it Normal?
A pregnant woman may notice many changes in her body as her baby develops in the womb. If you are pregnant, you will feel different movements as your baby grows up. And these movements will get stronger as your pregnancy progresses. Along with jabs and kicks, you may also feel small, repeated spasms in your womb. You can mistake them for kicks but they are actually foetal hiccups. Experiencing short and rhythmic movements (or foetus hiccups) in the womb is common during pregnancy, but identifying them can be difficult. So, find out why a baby hiccups in the womb and how can you differentiate between his hiccups and kicks!
What Causes Foetal Hiccups?
Doctors don't exactly know the reasons for foetal hiccups. Not all babies have hiccups in the womb. It is believed that foetal hiccups are related to the developing lungs of the baby, but that's not proven yet. A baby trying to adjust to all new things in the womb may have hiccups. When a baby has hiccups in the womb, it is a sign that he is meeting his developmental milestones on time and that his progress is on track. While pregnant, it may worry you if you feel your baby's hiccups in your womb, but doctors have identified the following reasons as to why a baby may hiccup while he in the uterus.
1. Contracting Diaphragm
Foetal hiccups are similar to the hiccups experienced by children and adults. In a foetus, it is caused by the sudden onset of intense contractions or spasms of the diaphragm - the muscle that acts as the partition between the lungs and the abdomen. Hiccups in the uterus are a reaction to the baby breathing amniotic fluid within the amniotic sac. After the development of the central nervous system, the amniotic acid flows in and out of the baby’s lungs making the diaphragm contract spontaneously.
2. Compressed Umbilical Cord
An alarming and extremely serious medical condition in which a foetus is likely to get hiccups is when the umbilical cord is wrapped around the baby's neck or is compressed. This usually occurs in the second and third trimester of the pregnancy.
During pregnancy, you might be able to understand the different patterns of hiccups. If you notice irregularity or changes in the duration of hiccups, you should consult your doctor. The hiccups in this instance usually occur due to limited or no air supply to your baby. When you sense there is a slight to a drastic change in the hiccups or even the kicking in the womb, then you must seek medical help immediately.
Are Foetal Hiccups Normal?
Babies may have hiccups in the womb regularly and for quite a long period of time. However, you may only start to experience them from the second and third trimester onwards. But nothing can be said for sure, all moms feel foetal movements and baby hiccups at a different time.
Some babies get hiccups often while others may not experience them at all. Health professionals are of the opinion that babies start having hiccups from the first trimester of pregnancy itself but because of their small size, pregnant women may not notice these movements. If you experience movements or your baby's hiccups in the womb, it's is a sign that your baby is developing just fine. However, if you notice your baby's hiccups after 32 weeks of your pregnancy, you should consult a doctor as it could be a sign of some problem.
When Can You Expect Foetal Hiccups?
Your baby may have hiccups in the womb right from the first trimester of pregnancy itself, but you may not notice them because your baby will be in the initial stages of your pregnancy, i.e., when your baby is too small. However, they may become apparent in the second and third trimester.
How to Differentiate Between Hiccups and Kicks
Initially, you might mistake your baby’s hiccups for kicking in the womb. But you can differentiate between hiccups and kicks once you study the movement. The best way to figure out whether your baby is having hiccups or is kicking in your womb is by moving around. Occasionally, your baby might move if he feels uncomfortable in certain positions in the womb.
You will be able to feel your baby's movements in different parts of your belly and they might stop if you reposition yourself. If you sit absolutely still and feel a pulsating or rhythmic jerk coming from one part of your belly, then it might just be your baby’s hiccups. It can take you a while to get accustomed to these movements, but at least you will be able to identify them apart pretty soon.
How to Stop Foetal Hiccups in the Womb
In a few weeks' time, you will learn to identify your baby hiccups. Although foetal hiccups are not painful, they can be distracting. The episodes of foetal hiccups should not last more than 15 minutes, but if they do, it can make you very uncomfortable. Your baby's hiccups can make it difficult for you to sit back and relax. There are a few things can try to ease foetal hiccups, but there is no proven way to prevent the baby from hiccuping in the womb. Doctors usually suggest the following things:
While sleeping, lie on the left side of your body.
Eat nutritious food; include protein-rich food in your diet as it can help relax your baby and reduce hiccups in the womb.
Drink plenty of water and stay hydrated. Sometimes, a baby may have hiccups because of lack of fluids in the body.
Get enough sleep.
Counting the number of kicks and its duration in the late stage of pregnancy can help you keep track of your baby’s movements and his progress.
When Should You Be Concerned?
If you notice that there is a sudden increase in foetal hiccups, followed by a rise in the baby’s movement, you should consult your doctor. Your doctor will most likely suggest an ultrasound to get a better idea about the health of your baby. The earlier you catch the signs, the better.
During pregnancy, it is important that you pay close attention to your baby's movements to understand whether they are kicks, hiccups, or something else. If you have a fair idea of your baby's movements, you will be less anxious. You should also consult with your doctor regularly to make sure that your pregnancy is progressing just fine. Take good care of yourselves during the nine months, and your baby will be healthy and happy!
References and Resources: MedicalNewsToday
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A visit to Bisleri's Mumbai plant and what I learnt about Bisleri water
Childhood is all about being outdoors - playing learning exploring and travelling. As a mom of two boys we spend a significant time outdoors, be it playing in the park all evening long or road tripping during weekends. In a city where the temperatures are high al through the year, it is important to keep sipping on water to stay cool and hydrated.
The easiest thing is to pop into corner store and buy that bottle of mineral water. As a country we have always relied on Bisleri. It has stood the test of time and is easily available in any part of the country. As a parent, though I am cautious. I had several concerns which needed to be address.
Is plastic bottle safe for storing water?
Is the water purer than the RO water we consume at home?
Are the bottles recyclable?
Is the mineral water suitable for infants?
This is why I jumped at the opportunity of visiting the Bisleri factory in Mumbai. It offered a chance to meet the team, get all queries answered and view their production facility.
Bisleri water goes through a 10 step purification process and 114 quality tests. This is not just any packaged drinking water. We started off with a tour of the factory to see how it is all done. It was a state of the art facility with only the most modern machines and stringent manual checks at every stage.
A slew of quality checks are carried out at the source water collection and only then is it deemed suitable for the purification process. A process called ozonisation which is way superior than chlorination is carried out to ensure that the water is free from harmful bacteria. Ozone is at least 50 times more powerful and 3000 times faster than chlorination to kill bacteria and other microbes.
I was rather surprised to find out that Bisleri mineral water actually goes through the RO process. While most of us swear by RO process to purify water, RO actually eliminates the essential minerals found in water that are good for health. To combat this Bisleri then adds the right amount of minerals to make the water healthy and give it a slightly sweeter taste.
Ozonisation is carried out a second time to improve the purity and shelf life of the water. Drinking this water increases the oxygen levels in our body.
As a final process, all packed bottles are appropriately labelled and adhere to stringent quality checks.
Our tour of the production facility concluded, we meet the team to get our doubts cleared. I consider myself a conscious citizen and do educate the need to consider our carbon footprint. Bisleri being packed in disposable plastic was a definitely concern for the impact that it can have on the environment. Two things I learnt were –
All Bisleri bottles are fully recyclable including the cap. The recycled plastic has a host of use. We saw a bench which was fully made up of recycled plastic.
Being made of virgin cuperior quality plastic, the bottles are not use and thrown. You could easily use them for a month or two before recycling them.
A key concern was the fact the water stays in contact with the plastic long durations. However as mentioned this does not affect the quality of water and it is safe to consume.
The conversation took on an interesting debate of the filtered / ro / boiled water we all consume at hone versus Bisler packaged drinking water. Majority of the families use water from any of these options. Packaged water is mostly consumed on the go. For infants on formula milk, cool boiled water is required. It was interesting note the Bisleri is infact purer than any of the water we use at home. Even for infants it is suitable and need not be boiled before use.
With all these doubts cleared up, I was at ease about giving Bisleri mineral water to my child. For the little ones, there were fun games and activities organised to keep things interesting. I was glad at the opportunity to be able to answer so many questions thrown by my followers and raise awareness for Bisleri versus other options in the market #harpaanikibottlebislerinahihoti
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37 Weeks Pregnant: What To Expect
With labour just around the corner, by the start of your 37th week, the baby has matured most of its organs and can survive the outside world without any difficulty.
Your Baby’s Growth During Pregnancy- Week 37
Some of the developments that have taken place with your baby include:
Toenails
By now, the toenails should have grown enough to fully cover the toe. These will continue to grow so you can always expect your baby to have slightly overgrown nails when they are born.
Swelling of Mammary Glands
The placental hormones send chemical signals to the pregnant mother to begin the lactation process. These placental hormones also find their way to the baby whose mammary glands will begin to swell. These will return to normal once they are out of the womb.
Armed with Antibodies
The umbilical cord starts to pump the baby’s body with antibodies to help it fight off disease and infection after birth. This is supplemented by breastfeeding once the baby is out of the womb.
Fully Formed Lungs
The baby is ready to come out as the lungs are fully functional by this time. They will support the baby breathing the outside air by producing a lipoprotein called surfactant.
What Is The Baby Size
When you’re 37 weeks pregnant baby size is about the size of a Romaine Lettuce. She is approximately 19.1 inches long and has probably attained a weight of 2.8 kilograms. This is about the same weight as that of a baby kangaroo!
Common Body Changes
The common body changes during pregnancy in the 37th week include:
Braxton Hicks Contractions
These are practice contractions that increase in frequency by the 37th
Amniotic Fluid
There is a reduction in the amniotic fluid as the size of the baby has displaced most of the fluid.
Symptoms Of Pregnancy At Week 37
Some of the symptoms that women experience during this time include:
Heart Burn
As the uterus has expanded to accommodate the baby, it presses against many of the internal organs within the body such as the stomach. This can cause stress to the digestive system which may result in problems such as heartburn.
Spotting
Spotting or bleeding is something that is common at the 37th week of pregnancy due to the increased sensitivity of the cervix. The bleeding may have taken place due to some irritation in the region or even because of sexual intercourse.
Insomnia
Sleeplessness is something that is bound to affect all pregnant women at some point during their pregnancy. The reasons for this include urge to urinate frequently, uncomfortable sleeping position and anxiety.
What Are The Signs Of Labour?
The onset of labour is likely to happen around the 37th week and the baby is considered a term baby. Some of the signs that can help you figure out when its time include:
Regular contractions
Regular contractions begin prior to labour but they can often be confused with false contractions better known as Braxton Hicks contractions. Though these may be similar in intensity, the best indicator for labour contractions is consistent contractions over time. If they are irregular or go away if you rest, they are probably Braxton Hicks contractions.
Water breaking
This is the breaking/tearing of the protective amniotic sac that has been cradling your baby all this while. Every woman has a different experience when her water breaks as it depends on the size and area of the tear. Based on this, the amount of amniotic fluid that comes out of cervix and vagina could be a trickle or a gush.
Mucus plug
This is a type of cervical mucous loaded with antimicrobial properties to protect that baby from infection against bacteria. Once this comes out because of the baby drop, most women go into labour in the next 12 hours.
Inducing Labour At 37 Weeks
If you wish to induce labour, you can try out the below techniques to get things going. Please consult your doctor before trying out the below methods as they can recommend the most appropriate technique based on your condition.
Stimulating the Nipples
This is a time-tested way of inducing labour as stimulating the nipples releases oxytocin which helps in inducing labour. This is a powerful method to bring about contractions as they are likely to be stronger and longer in nature.
Sexual Intercourse
Sexual intimacy can help get the ball rolling as the male ejaculation contains prostaglandins that help induce labour. This may be difficult to perform for some women due to the size of their belly. One can use sex positions such as spooning, rear entry or woman on top to induce labour.
Belly at 37 weeks of Pregnancy
By this time, you would experience something called dropping. This is a phenomenon when the baby descends to the pelvic region in preparation for labour. However, this ‘dropping’ cannot be visually noticed by anyone.
37 Weeks Ultra Sound
During the 37th week of pregnancy, an ultrasound is mainly taken to see that the baby is in a head down position. Other developments can be tracked during this time such as heartbeat rate and condition of the uterus. Determining the sex of the baby at this point is difficult as the baby almost doesn’t move from here on out.
What to Eat
As you enter your 37th week pregnancy food must be classified based on three factors. Firstly, as the pregnancy is considered full term, one can begin to eat labour inducing food items which include castor oil, small amounts of spicy food, raspberry leaf and primrose oil. Secondly, as the body still experiences heartburn, trigger foods such as alcohol, fatty foods and oily foods are to be avoided. Lastly, the baby’s brain is making rapid strides in terms of development. For this, protein-rich foods like fish, eggs and milk are to be eaten.
Tips and Care
Below are some of the things that you must be taken into consideration when you're 37 weeks pregnant:
Do’s
Chart out a route that you can take to the hospital which has the least amount of traffic.
Don’ts
Nesting phase is a time when pregnant mothers are expecting their newborn to soon and go on a cleaning frenzy. While one doesn’t need to suppress this urge, moving around can be difficult, so one needs to take rest. As an alternative, one can make somebody else do the work for you!
Limit the intake of caffeine as it will only aggravate your insomnia.
What you need to shop
As you’re full term now at 37 weeks of pregnancy, here are some of the things you can shop for:
Baby’s arrival
The baby isn’t going to be carrying a suitcase when he/she arrives so you’ll have to buy some baby essentials. These include baby pads, nappies, a blanket and unisex baby clothes.
Your comfort
The delivery process can take a while and can be uncomfortable which is why you can arm yourself with books, a comfortable pillow and your own toiletry set.
Conclusion
By this time, you’re almost towards the end of your pregnancy. The most important thing that one needs to do at this point is to watch out for the signs of labour.
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Human Milk Fortifier for Preterm Babies
Breast milk forms the perfect and complete diet for newborn infants. Sometimes the protein and mineral content found in human milk might be insufficient for premature babies, though they are enough for term babies. If the baby is very small, then these deficits are a cause of concern, which is why he will require an additional amount of minerals and proteins necessary for his growth.
What is Human Milk Fortifier?
Commercially produced multi-nutrient fortifiers that supplement the breast milk of the mother are called human milk fortifiers (HMF). These are usually cow-milk based. They are slowly becoming available everywhere as these multi-nutrient fortifiers contain the right amount of calcium, protein, carbohydrate, phosphate, and even vitamins with some trace elements. These are mostly given to babies that were born prematurely or have low birth weight.
Why Do Premature Babies Require a Human Milk Fortifier
We all know that breast milk provides superior nutrition to premature babies. However, some studies indicate that babies with the least birth weight might be in need of some additional nutrients, those that breast milk cannot provide. For example, the baby might need extra phosphorus and calcium to prevent osteopenia. This is a condition where there might be a risk of fractures due to a low density of the bones. No matter what the case is, the baby’s long-term health can be affected due to poor growth. In order to prevent conditions that could affect preterm babies, human milk fortifiers are added to the mother's breast milk to provide extra nutrients and meet the needs of growing preterm babies.
Nutrient Requirements of Preterm Babies and Intakes Provided By Unfortified and Fortified Human Milk
Nutrients
Nutrient Requirements of Preterm Infants<1500g
Unfortified
20 kcal/oz
Breast Milk
24 kcal/oz
Breast Milk+ HMF
27 kcal/oz
Breast Milk+ HMF
30 kcal/oz High protein Breast Milk+ HMF
Calcium (mg/kg)
100-200
50
214
277
218
Energy
(kcal/kg)
120
120
120
120
120
Fluids
(ml/kg)
180
150
133
120
Phosphorus
(mg/kg)
60-140
25
120
156
122
Potassium
(mEq/kg)
2-4
1.9
4
4.8
4.2
Protein
(g/kg)
4
1.8
3
3.4
4.1
Source: https://uichildrens.org/health-library/guidelines-use-human-milk-fortifier-neonatal-intensive-care-unit
Guidelines to Use a Human Milk Fortifier
Given below are a few basic guidelines that you must stick to while using a human milk fortifier:
1. Babies weighing more than 3kg:
Infants who weigh more than 3000g should receive breast milk mixed with term formula concentrate if they still require concentrated breast milk feeds.
2. Check if the baby can take more than 25ml of breast milk:
Human milk fortifier (24 kcal/oz) should be given if the infant can tolerate breast milk feeds of more than 25 ml per day. On the first day of the feeds, if the infant receives only 25 ml of breast milk, then it is advised to wait for a few days before starting human milk fortifiers.
3. NPO Babies:
NPO babies are the ones who are fed intravenously as they are too premature to breastfeed or bottle-feed. Such babies who can tolerate human milk fortifier feeds should again start with human milk fortifiers and breast milk.
4. Calcium and phosphate content in the fortifier:
If a baby taking breast milk concentrated with human milk fortifier (27 kcal/oz or 30 kcal/oz) develops hyperphosphatemia (phosphorus > 7.5 mg/dl) or hypercalcemia, (ionized calcium greater than 6.5 mg/dl) then he should be given a nutrient consult and must switch into reduced mineral recipe to decrease mineral content.
5. The weight of the infant:
Human milk fortifier (24 kcal/oz) can be given to all infants weighing less than 2000g. If the weight of the infant is between 2000- 2500g, then he might benefit from the addition of human milk fortifiers especially if he shows poor growth.
6. Babies with poor weight gain and bone problems:
Indications when using concentrated breast milk feeds (27 kcal/oz or 30 kcal/oz high protein) in babies include:
Fluid restriction is below 140 ml/kg
Poor weight gain (below 10-15 g/kg/d) on 120 kcal/kg of 24 kcal/oz breast milk with human milk fortifier.
A need for increased intake of phosphate and calcium because of metabolic bone disease (alkaline phosphate greater than 600 U/L) with poor bone mineralisation on x-ray.
Precautions to Consider While Giving Human Milk Fortifier to Premature Baby
Here's a list of precautions that you must consider while giving HMFs to premature babies:
HMFs should be mixed with human milk only. Water or no other liquid should not be added.
Offer small volumes of unfortified human milk to check and confirm if the baby is tolerant before starting to feed him.
When you finally establish enteral feeding, you can add the powder of human milk fortifier to human milk.
After the low birth infant reaches the weight of 3600g, it is not intended to feed them. You can either follow this or as directed by the doctor.
These powdered formulas are not sterile, so unless it is directed and supervised by a physician, it should not be fed to preemies that are susceptible to immune problems.
Microwave ovens should never be used to warm the feelings as it might result in serious burns.
FAQs
Many questions arise when the baby is given human milk fortifiers. A few of them are below:
1. Do All Preemies Need Fortifiers?
No, not all preemies need fortifiers. It has been found that for babies with very low birth weight, breast milk alone was not enough; especially if the baby’s weight group is between 1251-1500g. It has also been found that for the babies that are extremely premature exclusively feeding them human milk-based diet had lower rates of necrotising enterocolitis than a diet of the cow milk products.
2. How Bovine Milk Fortifier Improves Health and Helps Growth and Development?
It is very hard to establish if the health of a baby improves when fortifiers are added to his diet. Various studies show benefits and many others show risks in premature babies. Short-term increases in length, head growth, and weight are seen when premature babies are given multi-nutrient fortifiers with breast milk. However, no difference was found between babies receiving fortified breast milk and the babies who were receiving unfortified breast milk by the age of 12 months. A study also indicates that when breast milk fortifiers are taken they only help with short-term growth and its long-term advantages have never been proven.
3. Are There Any Risks of Adding Bovine Based Fortifiers to Human Milk?
Some human milk fortifier risks that link health issues and bovine fortifiers are:
Increased Risk of Gastrointestinal Disease
Many premature babies are affected by necrotising enterocolitis (NEC). For premature babies, this is the most dangerous gastrointestinal disorder.
Urinary tract infections and diarrhoea are also seen with increased antibiotic therapy.
An increase in the risk of gastrointestinal disease including bowel obstruction or NEC and morbidity is seen when increased osmolarity (concentration) of the feed is given.
There is also an increase in gastroesophageal reflux.
Increase in Infection
Bovine fortifiers affect a few anti-infective properties of the human milk like lysozyme, lactoferrin, and IgA specific to E coli. Recent studies have also found that bovine fortifiers reduce 76 per cent of the white blood cells and 56 per cent of lipase activity which is the enzyme digesting fats. A decrease in the total protein is also seen.
Compared to human milk derived fortifiers, bovine fortifiers do not have the ability to protect the baby from bacterial infection.
There is an increase in the risk of contamination of breast milk when using bovine fortifiers because human milk fortifier powder is not sterile and the human milk fortifier liquid dilutes the anti-infective properties of the breast milk.
Increased Risk of Allergy and Diabetes
An increase in the risk of diabetes mellitus and allergies is seen when premature babies are introduced to cows’ milk protein.
Artificial feeding causes an increase in the gut permeability and a decrease in lactase activity (which is a marker of intestinal maturity)
It is important to bear in mind that your baby needs extra care because of the prematurity and not because there is a problem with breast milk. Many infants require fortification for some time after being discharged weeks before they were due to be born. Remember to keep an eye on the side effects of human milk fortifiers if you are giving it to your infant.
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Baby Developmental Milestone: Talking
You are eagerly awaiting your baby’s first words and are telling yourself that all these dirty diapers, sleepless nights and hours of crying (you and the baby) are going to be worth it when that first syllable pops out. But when is your little darling going to spout her first words and thrill you with her incessant talk?
Every baby gets there in her own time and her first word is only after she makes her way through all her baby-babble. This phase is pretty important as your baby is learning to enunciate and communicate. This mindless sound is actually leading somewhere productive and will get you to the ‘mommy’ and ‘daddy’ place.
When Will Your Baby Start to Talk?
Till about six months your little one’s main source of direct communication with you will be crying. But during this time at about four-and-a-half months, she will also begin to develop an association between certain sounds and things. She will realise one sound refers to the dog and distinguish that something with this sound is linked to a particular lip movement. Her incoherent baby-babble will develop certain noises like ‘m’ and ‘b’. What is truly exciting is your baby could recognise her own name or realise you are greeting her at this point.
When Will Your Baby Start Talking Clearly and in Full Sentence?
Around six to seven months, your little bundle of joy will start to blurt sounds closer to words and it could sound like gibberish to you but in reality, it contains tone and inflexion! What does this mean? Your baby is conveying meaning and feeling in her babbling, that's what! Remember, on a cellular level that little brain is firing at incredible rates and neurons are being created with every action you take around the baby.
So, you are probably wondering what age babies start talking. Like everything else, it is when they please and are ready! At around nine months in, this tiny human being is communicating via gestures and grunts.
"That thing over there? I want it."
"This nasty oatmeal you are trying to feed me? I am going to push it away!"
The next months will bring a combination of sounds to be more expressive. This will go on until the twelfth month which is the common 'baby first words age' and she has possibly started spouting those cherished first words. Again, do not fret if she does not say her first word by now. It is perfectly natural for her to take her time. Common first words could be her terms for her parents, greetings and things she likes such as a cookie! She will take a while to form full sentences.
From there? It is a slippery slope. This is new and exciting and she has discovered that her parents seem to love it so why not explore it some more? One word will indicate the meaning of a full sentence. So, if they want a cookie they will just say the word 'cookie'. She will gradually develop an understanding of syntax, grammar and manners through her toddler years. Expect an explosion of language post nineteen months and it will continue to come. After all, the tiny terror in every toddler needs to communicate and share their defiance somehow.
How Will Your Baby Learn to Talk?
A baby’s understanding of language begins by listening to her mother's voice constantly. This progress continues through her life and if you are bilingual, that is, your home is bilingual, she will experience progress equally in both tongues.
You and your baby's primary caregivers will be her first connection to communication. She will learn non-verbal communication from you and develop her skills in this area first. Expect her first words around six months and watch her bloom with full conversations being possible by three years old.
How Can You Help Your Baby to Talk?
Here are a few ways you could encourage your baby to talk.
1. Talk to Her
Resist the urge to baby talk and coo at her. This is not how to teach a baby to talk. You are her source of communication and her guide to a solid conversation. Speak clearly and simply. Point out things around and chat about things like she likes, even if it is her food. Do not worry, this does not have to be a constant chatter.
2. Read Stories to Her
This is another great way to share a range of emotion and experience with her. An added bonus is that she will be interested in the story and be easier to deal around bedtime.
3. Sing Songs
Mothers instinctively talk in higher pitches and coo at their babies and a mother's instinct is always right. This tone encourages language comprehension and not only soothes your baby or entertains her. The vocabulary in these songs also opens up a whole world to your little angel as well.
4. Encourage Her to Repeat
Describe what you are doing and ask her to repeat it with no pressure. Make it seem fun and maybe even ask her to repeat certain words till she is ready to do full sentences. If you say 'Lucy is eating her eggs' then point at the bowl and say 'eggs' for her to understand this has a meaning. She will learn to associate experiences like certain tastes with words and may even demand eggs in the future.
5. No TV
Babies are learning from your live talk performance because it is rewarding. A TV offers no reward and is mostly just 2D noise to them that entertains. You are overjoyed by her talk and encourage her chatter unlike these characters, even the educational programmes do not do this.
Things to Avoid When Your Baby is Learning to Talk?
Keep these things in mind if you are hoping to encourage your baby to talk.
Do not coo or simply make noises at her.
Do not leave her sitting in front of the TV.
Do not push her beyond her levels.
Do not show displeasure or anxiety in reaction to her not talking.
Do not panic if she does not hit her talking milestones.
What Can You Do if Your Child isn't Talking?
Here are a few simple things you could do to help your baby talk if she hasn’t begun yet.
Play games with her and encourage every single noise she makes. After all, every baby wants to impress her caregivers and get the doting affection of those around her
As your child grows to be a toddler, a sibling or cousins could encourage her development in terms of social and cognitive development to a large degree. She will find her path in her own time as do all babies
Have patience. You will see everything you taught her will fall into place and her babble will one day become talk
When Do You Need to Worry?
Consult a doctor if your baby shows the following signs.
By about fourteen months, if your baby has not said her first word
By her second year if there is no recognition of about fifty words, or she cannot speak ten words
You should not panic about this but be thorough. Before jumping to conclusions and thinking autism, consider hearing tests, speech evaluation and developmental screenings.
Take a deep breath and join your little one on her newest journey. You have the skills to do this as evolution and Mother Nature has equipped you for it on multiple levels. Follow the above pointers and more importantly, your gut instincts as well as your baby's indicators. Essentially work with her to ensure she can chatter with you and take the next step in her development. Realise you are dealing with a tiny human being who will get there in her own time and will joyously share it with you when she does.
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10 hours ago
Q. which good formula milk or baby food for 4 months old baby
Dr Ghouse
Paediatrician
10 hours ago
A. no complementary foods below 4 months can use any branded formula milk. if there is no relief it is better you see your doctor for proper examination particularly physical examination if there is need for doing investigations to find out the problem and treatment ok
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Expecting Mom due this month
10 hours ago
Q. Iam 9month pregnant and having very painful condition due to constipation and gastric issues
Dr Ghouse
Paediatrician
10 hours ago
A. during pregnancy better not to take medicines for constipation take lot of water green leafy vegetables seasonal fruits you can try suppository if the problem is more o k o k
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Expecting Mom due in 7 months
8 hours ago
Q. hi Doc,
eating raw mango, chapathi or any heat producing foods cause miscarriage during first trimester?
Dr Ghouse
Paediatrician
7 hours ago
A. no relation ok c. if there is no relief it is better you see your doctor for proper examination particularly physical examination if there is need for doing investigations to find out the problem and treatment ok
Dr Vandan H Kumar has added a new answer
Expecting Mom due in 7 months
7 hours ago
Q. Hi Doc,
I'm getting cramps on my right side of lower stomach. is this normal or do I have to visit doc?
Dr Vandan H Kumar
Paediatrician
7 hours ago
A. without examination it is difficult to tell proper treatment as well as advice so you should visit the doctor5 for health assessment as well as examination.
whether any investigations is required or not will be told by the doctor5
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