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Baby Calendar - The First Year
Month 2
Month 2
The first few months are truly a time of very rapid change and growth for your baby. If your baby hasn't given you a real smile yet, he will soon! Many very happy babies will wait until they are 6 or 7 weeks old before giving you their first real smile. Your baby will also start to coo, gurgle, grunt and hum -- a real conversationalist! It's important to talk (and even sing!) to your baby. Listen and watch your baby -- you will begin to understand his signals, which are the start of communication.
Although he may only be able to hold his head up for a few seconds, your baby's neck muscles will begin to get stronger, but he won't be able to support his head completely. Remember to provide the added support for your baby's head when picking him up.
Usually at around six weeks postpartum, your doctor will want to see you for a checkup. Although it varies, he or she will probably check the following: Blood Pressure Weight (which should be down by about 17 - 20 pounds) Your uterus, to see if it has returned to it's prepregnant size, shape, and location Your cervix Your vagina The episiotomy or lacerations if any; or if you had a cesarean, your incisionYour breasts Hemorrhoids or vericose veins The method of birth control you are now using or plan to use
Make sure you make a list of any questions or problems you want to discuss. Many doctors will also want to see the baby at this time as well. You can expect the doctor to check the following:Baby's weight, height, and head circumfrence Physical exam Developmental assessment for things such as head control, hand use, hearing, vision and social interaction
The first round of your baby's immunizations may also be done now.
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