Pregnancy 101
The typical length of a full-term pregnancy in weeks
39-40 weeks
The safest sleep position for a newborn to reduce the risk of SIDS
On their back
The age at which most babies begin to start social smiling
6-12 weeks
The age at which babies should start having tummy time to help develop their muscles
From birth, a few minutes at a time, increasing as they grow
The age at which most children start potty training
2-3 years old
The vitamin essential for preventing neural tube defects in a developing baby
Folic acid
How often should newborns typically be fed?
What is "every 2-3 hours"?
The major motor milestone that most babies reach around 6 months
Sitting up
A common method for helping babies learn to sleep through the night by gradually increasing the time before responding to their cries
Sleep training
Around what age do most babies begin to recognize their own name
4-6 months
The organ that develops during pregnancy to provide nutrients and oxygen to the baby
The placenta
The name of the soft spot on a newborn's head
What is "fontanelle"?
The age at which babies typically say their first word
9-12 months
The recommended age to introduce solid foods to a baby
Around 6 months (Being able to sit up with support and showing interest in food)
The term for when a toddler plays alongside another child without directly interacting
Parallel play
Some recommended self-care practices for pregnant or postpartum mothers to support mental well-being
Social support, regular exercise, social support, therapy, meditation, adequate sleep, etc.
Babies typically begin teething around what age?
4-7 months
The age at which most babies begin walking independently
12-15 months
How long a child should remain in a rear-facing car seat for safety
Until at least age 2, or as long as possible based on the car seat’s height and weight limits
The recommended age for a child’s first dental visit
12 months of age, or within 6 months of the first tooth coming in
The term for the process where the baby moves lower into the mother’s pelvis in preparation for birth
Lightening or dropping
The name of the reflex that causes newborns to turn their heads toward touch to help with feeding
Rooting reflex
The term for the ability to understand that objects continue to exist even when they are out of sight, typically developing around 8-12 months
Object permanence
The parenting style that combines warmth with clear, consistent rules and boundaries
Authoritative parenting
The part of the brain is responsible for emotional regulation and develops significantly in early childhood
Prefrontal cortex