Advices after pregnancy
1 Month Old Baby (Newborn)
By 1 Month of Age, Your Baby Should Be Able To:
- Turn their head toward a hand placed near their cheek or mouth (rooting reflex).
- Bring both hands to their mouth.
- Turn their head toward familiar voices.
- Suckle at the breast and touch the mother's breast with their hands during feeding.
Tips for Parents and Caregivers
- Breastfeeding should begin within the first hour after birth.
- Always support your baby's head when lifting or carrying them, as they are not yet able to hold it up independently.
- Cuddle your baby often and show affection, even when you are tired.
- Breastfeed on demand, both during the day and at night.
- Talk, read, and sing to your baby as often as possible.
- Take your baby to a primary healthcare provider during the first week after discharge from the maternity hospital.
Warning Signs That Require Medical Attention
Contact your healthcare provider if your baby has any of the following:
- Difficulty breastfeeding or refusal to feed.
- Decreased movement of the arms or legs.
- Little or no response to loud sounds or bright light.
- Persistent, inconsolable crying.
- Vomiting or diarrhea, which may lead to dehydration.