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The article was professionally consulted by Specialist Doctor I Nguyen Thi My Linh - Neonatologist - Department of Pediatrics - Neonatology - Vinmec Danang International General Hospital.An 11-month-old baby is extremely curious about everything that exists. Children are now more independent than ever, and what develops in them now will continue to follow them for many years to come.
1. Development of an 11-month-old baby
Babies have come a long way since their first days of birth. An 11-month-old baby can stand upright on his own for a while and walk on his own when leaning on objects. A small number of children are able to walk completely on their own, but most have to wait a little longer. Even knowing that being late is not necessarily a concern.11-month-olds can do a lot of different actions, from clapping, waving goodbye, to banging toys together, raising hands to show they want to be held, drinking from a cup, lifting thumb and index finger small objects, imitate adult sounds and gestures...
Parents continue to stimulate the development of motor skills, cognition and language in children through toys, jigsaw puzzles, puppets, musical instruments, crayons, paintbrushes, books,... Children love role-playing games, because now children have the ability to imagine and master of imitation.
Parents should be aware that each child is an individual, so they may not develop equally. Let children freely explore, discover and develop their own skills. Children will achieve milestones in their own development when the right time comes for them. If parents feel there is something wrong, consult a specialist for the most accurate answer.
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2. 11-month-old baby's growth
When the child was 11 months old, the weight and height in boys were 8.2 - 12.3 kg and 68.6 - 81.3 cm, respectively, in girls it was 7.7 - 11.3 kg and 66, respectively. 0 - 78.8 cm.Parents can get ready for bottle-feeding, when it should be completed by 1 year of age or as soon as possible after that.
On the issue of weaning, experts recommend breastfeeding until the end of the baby's first year, and then until as long as the mother and baby want. There is no reason to wean at this point if the mother still wants to breastfeed.
3. Some health problems in 11-month-old babies
Sleep time in children: At this time, the total sleep time of the child is about 12-14 hours a day, in which the child sleeps about 10-12 hours at night, adding two naps or a long nap during the day. Babies are not ready to sleep in bed: yes, babies need to sleep in a crib for a long time. Ensure safe sleep: While the risk of suffocation and sudden death syndrome has decreased and passed by this time, there's still no reason to add extra blankets to your baby's crib. For safety reasons, leave the crib empty while the baby sleeps.4. Some other problems with 11-month-old babies
Principles of safety with pets: Children growing up with pets receive a lot of benefits, but to ensure safety, parents should never leave young children alone with pets. Adults need to be supervised at all times so that timely intervention can be made. Start guiding children on the principle: Every child is different, parents need to understand their child first. At first, it may take a lot of time for the child to understand or even not understand what the parents are instructing, so parents need to be patient and find the right method for their child, to avoid letting the child fall into the trap. a state of confusion, or worse, excessive stress leading to irritability, fussiness. Children at 11 months to develop the best motor skills, cognition and language, the nutritional regime, parents should supplement children with supporting products containing lysine, micro-minerals and vitamins Essential nutrients such as zinc, chromium, selenium, and B vitamins help to fully meet the nutritional needs of children. At the same time, these essential vitamins also support digestion, enhance nutrient absorption, help children eat well, and develop comprehensively.Please regularly visit Vinmec.com website and update useful information to take care of your baby and family.
Articles refer to sources: mayoclinic.org and whattoexpect.com