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Baby sleeps, eats and plays on a schedule that will make baby days easier for parents as well as for babies. Here are 7 keys that experts have summarized to help parents build a schedule of activities for their baby.
1. Let your baby get used to the habit of going to bed early
According to pediatrician Tanya Remer Altmann, editor of The Wonder Years: Helping Your Baby and Young Child Successfully Negotiate the Major Developmental Milestones, once you have a fixed bedtime, daytime activities will go away. in there. And the simplest way to have a fixed bedtime is to start a bedtime routine every night. "You can't force your baby to go to bed for the first few months, but you can start to mold after about two months." Dr. Altmann said just doing simple things, like giving the baby a warm bath, changing pajamas, feeding the baby, then turning off the lights. You can feed your baby until he falls asleep in the first few months, but by the time he's 3 or 4 months old, you should try letting him lie down while he's awake so he learns to fall asleep on his own.
2. Teach your baby to distinguish between day and night
Many babies get confused between day and night at first, spend all day sleeping and only happily active when the sun goes down. Helping your baby learn to distinguish between day and night is an important first step to having a workable schedule. Amy Shelly, mother of 8-month-old Alex, shares her experience: “During the day, make the house bright and vice versa at night, keep it quiet and the lights are not too bright. Don't talk to your baby too much during nighttime feedings. Let your baby learn that the night is for sleep and the day is for social activities and play.”
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3. Learn to read your baby's cues
Websites, books, doctors and other parents can all help you find the right activity schedule for your baby. But he's always an important guide, and he'll show you what he needs, if you learn to read his cues.
Pediatrician Daniel Levy- American Academy of Pediatrics, shared: "When parents spend time with their children, the information they receive is distilled through their own experiences. 'Instinct' comes from being Learn about your baby's temperament and what's right for her."
Breastfeeding mom Liana Scott says focusing her attention on 9-month-old Keaton helps her anticipate his needs, which makes life easier and happier for both of them. . Ms Scott said: 'Now I can feed her before she's really hungry and put her to bed before she's tired and fussy.
To learn what your baby needs will take time and require patience. But you will see patterns emerge over time. And if you record naps, feedings, playtime, etc. of your child in a notebook or on the computer, you can use this record to schedule tasks.
4. When starting out, put your baby's schedule first
If you're encouraging your baby to follow a schedule or observing patterns to find an effective routine, make the process a priority for at least the first few weeks. Avoid deviating from routine with vacations, meals on the go, outings that reschedule nap times, and more. Once you've established a pattern for your baby's sleep, wake, and feeding times, changing things up in one afternoon isn't likely to break your baby's routine. But it's best to keep your baby's schedule as consistent as possible once he gets used to it.
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5. Anticipate changes in growth and milestones
Baby achieves many important growth milestones in the first year, with 3 times weight gain, achievements like sitting, crawling, even walking.
During growth spurts or when your baby is struggling to reach a new milestone, don't be surprised if your baby is different from his usual routine. Your baby may be hungrier than usual, sleep more, or wake up several times during the night. Wait - your child may be back on schedule soon, or this could be a sign that you need to adjust your routine.
6. Adjust the baby's timetable according to the age
You may feel as if things are just going to work out, and then have to change again. As your baby gets older, she'll need fewer naps and have more time for play and stimulation. Your baby will also need to eat solid foods - just once a day at first, but then several times a day. As these developmental changes occur, your child's schedule will also change. Parents can check out these milestones and view our sample schedules for babies of all ages, which can help you see what to expect.
7. Don't expect perfection
Some parent-led schedules set the expectation that a baby's routine will always run like clockwork. And although babies love to be consistent, you should anticipate changes day-to-day and as your baby grows.
Sometimes, for whatever reason, your child will want to skip a nap, eat an extra snack, wake up before dawn, and so on. And so is life - vacations, older siblings, plans with friends and family, errands you need to handle, and other factors will all affect your daily life. your day with your kids. It doesn't matter, as long as the baby gets enough sleep, play, eat, care and love.
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Parents should supplement their children with supportive products containing lysine, essential micro-minerals and vitamins such as zinc, chromium, selenium, and B vitamins to help fully meet their child's nutritional needs. At the same time, these essential vitamins also support digestion, enhance nutrient absorption, help improve anorexia, and help children eat well.
Parents can learn more:
Signs of zinc deficiency in children
Micronutrient deficiency and failure to gain weight in children
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Reference source: babycenter.com
