6 months after the baby is born

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The article was professionally consulted by Doctor of Pediatrics - Neonatology - Vinmec Nha Trang International General Hospital.

Half a year has passed since the child was born, a complex and vivid world is waiting for the child to explore outside. All has only just begun.

1. The development of a 6-month-old baby

For 6-month-old babies there are many things that attract and keep them busy all day. About half of 6-month-old babies are able to sit up on their own without assistance, but some are able to do so by as little as 4 months, as well as others who have to wait until 9 months.
The child can now sit firmly in a high chair. Some active babies are now able to crawl, and some are even able to sit up on their own, or are able to pick themselves up when placed on their stomach by an adult.
6 months old baby needs lots of new activities and toys to develop and perfect motor skills as well as social, interaction and language skills. Children will enjoy playing with colorful blocks, toys that encourage them to crawl (cars, trains, balls, etc.), and of course, paper books. The board book is full of fun.

2. Growth of a 6-month-old baby

Children 6 months old can begin to get used to the type of food that will follow them throughout their life, which is solid food (baby learns to eat solids). Your baby will continue to thrive on a diet that includes breast milk or formula (the baby's main source of nutrients) and solid foods.
The growth in 6-month-old children makes the average weight and height achieved in boys 7.0 - 8.8 kg and 65.5 - 70 cm, respectively, in girls it is 6.4 - 8 ,4 kg and 63.2 - 68 cm.

3. Health problems in 6-month-old babies

Use vaccines for children: Don't forget that 6 months is a milestone to inject some vaccines, to protect children from dangerous diseases that may threaten children's lives in the future. First Teeth: Your baby's first baby teeth may begin to appear. Don't forget to take care of your child's teeth, brush them as soon as possible, because they will use these teeth for eating and drinking for many years to come. Parents should note that the position of the baby teeth that erupt is the position of the permanent teeth later, so if the baby teeth are destroyed, there is a risk of affecting the normal development of the permanent teeth later. Healthy teeth are also one of the factors that help children develop normal pronunciation. And brushing teeth early and often for children is a way for children to learn and maintain a healthy habit throughout life.

4. Some other problems in 6-month-old babies

Stop waking up at night: This is the time to get your child into the habit of having a good night's sleep. Give your baby one last milk before going to sleep. If your baby wakes up in the middle of the night, instead of feeding him, don't turn on the light, but try to comfort him so he can go back to sleep. Some children have not yet adapted to this new change, but let them get used to it gradually, such as gradually giving them less milk, not playing with children, not singing to children, etc. Children can understand that the night is not a time to play, nor is it a time to eat. Changing a baby's diaper should also be considered, unless it is too dirty or spilled, otherwise do not disrupt the baby's sleep. Children's pronunciation: Children are not yet ready for clear pronunciation, but they are trying a lot, especially in making sounds and imitating sounds. With those sounds, children are expressing what they think to adults (whether adults understand or not!). This is a good time to teach your child how to sign, and soon he or she will learn the coordination of signs to show what he wants. Weaning is an extremely important period for children to develop comprehensively. Children who do not eat properly are at risk of micro-mineral deficiencies, causing anorexia, growth retardation, malabsorption, etc. If they notice the above signs, parents should supplement their children with supportive products. The supplement contains lysine, essential micro-minerals and vitamins such as zinc, chromium, selenium, and B vitamins to help fully meet the nutritional needs of children. At the same time, these essential vitamins also support digestion, enhance nutrient absorption, help improve anorexia, and help children eat well.
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Articles refer to sources: mayoclinic.org and whattoexpect.com