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Your One to Two Month Old
By now you should be far more familiar with your baby and the
daily routines that motherhood present. This is also a time when you
will probably have many questions on the development of your baby,
such as feeding schedules, colic and the best overall baby-care, so
it is suggested that you compile a list of all the unanswered
questions to take along on the next visit to your baby's
paediatrician, or local clinic sister.
Physical skills:
- When placed on her stomach, she may briefly lift her chin off
the bed, and may turn her head from side to side
- Sneezes and hiccoughs often
- Probably be able to support his own head for a short space of
time, when held in a sitting position
- May be able to follow an object with her
eyes
- Vocalise in ways other than crying
- Startles easily at sudden loud noises
Thinking skills:
- He should at this age be able to focus on a face
- Will avoid bright light, by closing his eyes
- At the end of this stage she should show signs
of recognising her mother
- May delight you with the occasional smile
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