Newborn Development: Week 1

Newborn Development: Week 1

Your baby is finally here! Your newborn will keep you busy as you will be feeding, and changing, your baby pretty much constantly. However, most newborns sleep up to 18 hours a day, so you'll still have some free time in week one.

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Week 6 of newborn development is crucial to helping establish a sleep routine.  By day, your baby is starting to grab everything, and his tummy time routine is paying off as your baby may now be able to lift up his head."

Newborn Development: Week 8

By the time your baby is eight weeks old, he'll recognize you by sight. Your baby's brain is developing and your infant is interacting with the world around him, using his hands in particular, and improving his coordination.

Newborn Development: Week 3

Feeding and changing remain the top activities for your newborn in week 3. Crying is her only way to communicate, and while you'll learn to decipher her various cries eventually, for now cuddling your crying baby can help

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Newborn Development: Week 2

With only a week of experience, your baby needs your help. A newborn should sleep on his back, but let him play on his stomach to work his neck muscles. Also, get a lot of face time, he can't see very far yet, but your baby wants to see you!

Newborn Development: Week 3

Feeding and changing remain the top activities for your newborn in week 3. Crying is her only way to communicate, and while you'll learn to decipher her various cries eventually, for now cuddling your crying baby can help

Newborn Development: Week 4

Your newborn baby is probably still sleeping a lot, but week 4 may bring a treat - your baby's first smile, and it'll likely be aimed at you! That ought to help ease your fatigue and bring a smile to your own face