Hello I am sick of reading those websights and stuff like that. I want to hear straight from other moms all the things I should know about my son at this age, what I can do with him, What I can start to feed him, games to play, and much more. Any thing you can help me with is great. Also what things should he be doing at 3 months? When I look in books he is already doing things a 5 month old should.
2007-07-24 16:43:48 · 12 answers · asked by plaster_employment 2 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby
Every kid progresses at their own rate. As long as you're doing the regular well-baby visits, where the doctor checks for the important milestones, you'll be fine. As far as what to feed him - only breastmilk or formula for now and for the next few months. Solids can start around 5-6 months. There aren't really structured games to play with a baby of that age - just do what makes him smile. For my baby, thats kisses on her tummy, singing her songs, and blowing raspberries on her feet. Lots of cuddle time and interaction, including eye contact and having conversations where you explain what you're doing. Most importantly, don't worry about what the books say. Just go at his pace. Congrats on the baby!
2007-07-24 16:53:40 · answer #1 · answered by Magaroni 5 · 3⤊ 0⤋
I can understand why you want to hear from other moms. But all babies are different. Some moms have baby's that are behind and some moms have babies that do things ahead a time than the books say they will. My daughter is almost 9 months old and just started crawling and her cousin is 3 weeks older then her and started crawling 2 months before her. As for what to feed your baby right now only breast milk or formula. At four months old you can introduce him/her to baby rice cereal. Your baby will probably like to play with things with alot of bright colors and patterns. Try some soft baby blocks. Baby Einstein makes cute ones that you can get at target or walmart, etc. Try playing peek-a-boo with your baby. Read to your baby. Heres a few things you can do with your baby: 1. Put him on his tummy on the floor. Roll a ball about 2 feet in front of him. With a little practice he'll be able to coordinate his eye and hand movements and reach toward the ball.2. Ring a bell while he's watching, and then ring it again just out of his line of vision. See if he'll turn and search for the bell with his eyes.3. Play music with a strong rhythm. Try a variety songs - fast, slow, loud, soft - and soon your baby will learn to recognize the difference.4. Bring your baby outside. Place him under a tree, and he'll enjoy listening to the leaves, watching light and shadow, and seeing birds and airplanes go by.5. Sew a bell securely into a wristband and put it on his wrist or leg. Noticing the sound it makes when he moves will help him develop body awareness and eye-hand coordination. Hope this helps. Have fun with your little one.
2007-07-24 23:56:48 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Well if he is doing things at a 5 month old level then he is doing great with development. Even though his development is great, his stomach still isn't ready for anything other than breast milk or formula. Most doctors don't recommend feeding a baby other foods until at least 4 months.
2007-07-25 00:25:41 · answer #3 · answered by Stephanie 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Welcome to the Mother of 3 month old club......I too have a three month old and let me tell you each one is unique.....I have seven children and i still compare my kids to charts of what is age appropriate and what they should be doing this month.....I just use them as guides to make sure i don't have concerns to address with my Dr. It is a very good thing when your child is advanced. As far as when should you feed your child most guides recommend 4 months.......Watch you child's actions if he is very alert when you are having dinner and throwing fits because you will not share then consult your Dr. and tell them you think that it is time to introduce baby foods......Hint start with one food a week pick a day ie....Sunday introduce a first step veggie......Not desert or something that would be tasty to us.....See how your child reacts.....(watch for rach or something new like gas) and then slowly climb the ladder to introduce new foods.....if possible shy away from table unless you are making your own baby food which is very cool! I hope this help........My son is holding his bottle alone and i have been in tears because he is becoming Mr. Independent.......Email any time if i don't have the answer we can find out together.
2007-07-24 23:58:05 · answer #4 · answered by Helpless mother of seven 1 · 1⤊ 1⤋
My son is almost 4 mo old. You shouldn't feed any solid food or cereal yet.
We talk to him a lot. His favorite words are "ma ma" and "green bean." He likes rhyming sounds so we sing the "Name Game" song a lot. We have little conversations (meaning I say both sides) and I use a high and a low voice. He thinks it is hysterical and laughs.
I like to sing. Usually made up stuff. Or I'll read my book or magazine aloud to him.
He like to look at leaves, trees, flags, ceiling fans. We go outside when it is shady and not to hot. He likes to go shopping, to restaurants and movies. He likes to take baths for fun.
He likes to hold toys, shake them and put them in his mouth. But he doesn't know how to let go of them yet!
Most important, lots of skin-to-skin cuddles and naps.
Don't worry about his rate of development. All babies are different and if it is in the range of normal, it has no indication of intellegence. Fast movers, early walkers are often slow talkers or have poor fine motor skills.
2007-07-25 00:30:07 · answer #5 · answered by buterfly_2_lovely 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The books always give the lower end of the spectrum of developmental skills, so your son is probably growing and learning at an average rate...and that is good. You can play peek a boo and patty cake, anything silly like that to make them laugh. I know that the books also say not to feed an infant solid food before they are a certain age, but use your instincts on that. Sometimes babies grow and require a little more sustenance than formula or breast milk. Good luck and enjoy your baby!
2007-07-24 23:54:30 · answer #6 · answered by ♥Instantkarma♥♫ 7 · 0⤊ 3⤋
Your baby can do just about anything you do if he is with you. Take him out in the sunshine, read to him, show him pictures in books, love him, hold him, sing and dance with him. Don't worry about what he "should" be doing...he sounds like he's doing just fine. Also, babies easily recognize the colors red and black. Soft toys in this color are fun for him...also SOCKS in those colors and he will discover his feet!! I used to laugh so hard at my son when he discovered his feet and toes.
Take him outside when it rains and let him feel the rain on his little hands and feet. Watch his eyes light up.
So take lots of pictures and give him the chance to discover the world through you! He will grow up WAY to fast. My "baby" is now 30 years old. **sad**
2007-07-24 23:54:27 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 4⤊ 0⤋
i made sure that everyday, my son had "belly time". i would lay a bright red blanket out on the floor and surround him with toys. he would move to reach them or play with the ones on his little gym above his head. that gets their little minds going.
i also started feeding my son 1st foods about 3-4 months old -when he would drink more then 5-8oz bottles of formula a day. As soon as he could reach for stuff and bring it to his mouth (about 6-8 months) i gave him Gerber graduates banana puffs. HE LOVED THEM. Have him watch what you watch on tv, and dont talk to him like he is a baby. I talked to my son all the time and he has a great vocab for 16 months. bring him for walks and bring him in the pool. my son can almost swim on his own because we had him in the pool since he was 3 months old. play lots of music for him. and sing to him. even if its just ABC's. you stimulate their brains with everything you do!!!!
good luck hope i helped!
2007-07-24 23:55:13 · answer #8 · answered by bubbas_mama1 2 · 2⤊ 1⤋
In think being a mum is all trial and error. My first son was eating solids at 3 months and my daughter didint start until 6 months. So dont stress your his mummy you will know when he is ready. As for all the other stuff they will roll, crawl and walk when they feel ready. My fist walked on his first birthday and my second did it at 15 months. They are as individual as you and I.
2007-07-24 23:54:14 · answer #9 · answered by prynni 1 · 0⤊ 2⤋
if you'd like to ask me personally i have an 11 month old than feel free to email. so things just pop up and its good to have a second opinion
2007-07-25 00:35:36 · answer #10 · answered by tracy l 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋