vocabulary
A substance produced by the body to fight off germs
Antibody
newborn's automatic response, when touched on the lips or cheek, of turning toward the touch and beginning to suck
rooting reflex
What month might babies walk a few steps by themselves?
month 12
Why must you not shake the baby?
Name 3 reasons
It can lead to brain damage, mental retardation, cerebral palsy, or blindness. Also can lead to broken bones/death. The baby isn’t a maraca.
True/False
Socks and booties are necessary for everyday wear.
false
Condition that occurs when someone severely shakes a baby
Shaken Baby Syndrome
Automatic response of a newborn's hand to close over anything that comes in contact with the palm
grasp reflex
What percentage of weight do newborns lose in the first 5 days of life?
10%
True or False: The baby is to be held with head support until 6 months old.
false: 4 months
name basic clothing a baby should have.
Diapers, undershirts, simple outer garments
Changing from drinking from the bottle or breast to cup
weaning
automatic response where if you stroke the sole of their foot, their feet turn in and their toes flare up
babinski reflex
By what percentage do babies usually increase their length from birth to age one?
50%
True or False: The sleep pattern of a baby stays the same throughout the first year of life.
false: it decreases
Why should a baby dress up warm?
They lose body temperature easily.
Inadequate nutrition
malnutrition
automatic response of a newborn, when their feet are on a flat surface, of lifting one foot and then the other
walking reflex
What month do babies start to open and close their hands?
month 3
name 5 reasons why a baby cries.
Feeling hot, cold, in pain, sick, wet diaper, hungry, tired
what are the pros and cons between cloth diapers and disposable diapers?
cloth diapers can save money & can be reused. Disposable diapers are expensive but easier for baby and mom.
Disease carrying germ that usually is injected in the body
vaccine
automatic response of one arm extending and the opposite arm bending at the elbow
tonic neck reflex
What is the average weight of male babies at month 12?
about 22 lbs
name 3 things you can do if you feel overwhelmed by baby.
Put the baby down and take a breather. Ask a friend/ family member to take care of them for a few hours. Call someone to talk about it. Call a parenting hotline or go to a crisis nursery.
name 3 things you should look for before buying clothes for your baby.
size, warmth, material