Birth to 12 Months
Learn and Play
Babies learn largely through their senses: Their eyes, ears, nose, hands, and mouth are their tools. As babies grow, they learn to use their bodies to make discoveries. They begin to reach and grasp (watch out for long hair), which allow them to explore toys in new ways.
Games
- back and forth
- peek-a-boo
- sing and dance
- play ball
Grow
During their first month, most newborns gain weight at a rate of about 1 ounce (30 grams) per day. They generally grow in height about 1 to 1½ inches (2.54 to 3.81 centimeters) during the first month. Many newborns go through a period of rapid growth when they are 7 to 10 days old and again at 3 and 6 weeks.
Average baby weight
| month | weight |
|---|---|
| birth | 3.3kg |
| 3 months | 6.4kg |
| 6 months | 7.9kg |
| 12 months | 9.6kg |
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