Baby Development
Which is the first sense a baby acquires after birth?
The sense of touch.
Which color was associated with baby boys in the 1900s?
It was the color pink because the concept of associating colors with genders didn’t happen back then.
What is the highest number of children born to a woman?
It is whooping 69!
What is another name for a pacifier in England?
A pacifier is also known as a dummy.
Which animal has the longest gestational period among mammals?
African elephants are pregnant for an average of 22 months, whilst for Asian elephants it's 18 to 22 months.
At what age babies can taste salt?
Babies can taste sweet and sour, but it is only by 3 to 4 months of age that their taste buds can recognise salt.
This medical breakthrough in the 20th century significantly reduced infant mortality rates by providing a way to ensure safe feeding for premature and sick babies.
Baby formula: Before the development of commercial infant formula, babies were fed goat's milk or honeyed water in ancient Egypt. In the Middle Ages, wet nurses were expected to perform certain physical activities to increase the flow of their milk
What is the highest number of teeth a baby is ever born with?
Sean Keaney of the UK was born with 12 teeth! This record is also mentioned in the Guinness World Records.
In which country is it common for babies to be presented with a "red egg" during a celebration to symbolize good luck and prosperity?
China (specifically during the "Red Egg and Ginger Party"). The tradition originated when infant mortality rates in China were high, and the 30th day was considered a safe stage for a baby.
What is the name of the baby kangaroo, which is born extremely underdeveloped and continues to grow in its mother's pouch?
A Joey
How long does it take for a baby to recognise/differentiate between familiar people?
By approximately 3 months of age, babies can differentiate between familiar and unfamiliar faces.
In 1946, this organization was founded to improve maternal and child health worldwide and is now part of the United Nations.
UNICEF: The United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund (UNICEF) was established in 1946, in the aftermath of World War II. Our mandate was clear: to help children and young people whose lives and futures were at risk – no matter what role their country had played in the war.
What was the birth weight of the heaviest baby born to date?
According to Guinness World Records, the heaviest baby born was 22 pounds and was delivered by Giantess Anna Bates in 1879. The boy survived only for 11 hours.
What is forbidden or is not a done thing for a pregnant woman in Turkish tradition?
Pregnant women should avoid looking at monkeys, camels, bears, etc. and looking at pleasant things is encouraged because it can help them produce a beautiful baby.
Which species of fish is known for its unique reproductive method where males carry and give birth to the young?
Seahorses. Female seahorses deposit their eggs into a pouch on the male's body, where he fertilizes and incubates them until they hatch, essentially "giving birth" to the baby seahorses
How far can a newborn baby see?
A baby can see only up to 8 to 14 inches.
In the early 20th century, what major public health initiative significantly reduced infant mortality rates in the United States?
The establishment of infant welfare clinics and vaccination programs.
What was the weight of the lightest baby ever born and survived?
Saybie was the lightest baby ever born with a birth weight of 245 grams, in the US.
Which country has the longest maternity leave?
Bulgaria has the longest maternity leave in the world, with 58.6 weeks off and 90% salary. The international minimum standard for maternity leave is 14 weeks
What animal gives birth to the largest single offspring, with some individuals weighing over 200 pounds at birth?
Blue whale calves are considered the largest baby animals in the world, often weighing around a ton when born. A newborn blue whale calf can be as long as a small car.
How many bones does a newborn baby have?
Babies are born with around 300 bones, but many of them fuse together as they grow
What significant medical advancement in the 20th century greatly improved neonatal care and survival rates for premature infants?
The invention of the incubator.
What is the world record for the largest baby shower?
In January 2022, Oprah threw the world's largest baby shower for 640 pregnant women at the Fort Campbell Army Base in Kentucky. The women were either soldiers or wives of soldiers
In Italy, what is the traditional gift given to a newborn that is meant to ward off evil spirits, often featuring a small horn or charm?
Corno (the "horn" or "evil eye" charm). The corno's shape is important for its protective intent. The horn's elongated shape represents virility and strength, and is often associated with a bull's horn. The horn's phallic shape is also related to Priapus, the male fertility god
Which animal is known to give birth to the most offspring at once?
The Arctic fox has the largest litter of any wild mammal in the world, with an average of 11 whelps and some litters as large as 22