By the sixth month, the baby will have his first two teeth. By the time he is two years old, he will have eighteen teeth
Some babies become a little feverish and their gums feel hot and sore when they are teething. If this happens, do the following
When the baby cries
When the baby cries, it is usually a sign that something is wrong. There are many reasons why a baby cries. After a while, the parents will learn what each type of cry means, and what to do to soothe the baby and to stop his crying
It is not true that you will spoil the baby if you pick up each time he cries. He cries because he has a need. If his needs are met, he will feel happier and stop crying
The father should be involved in the care of the baby as much as possible. Though looking after a baby is very demanding, it is also a most rewarding task. Bathing the baby, feeding him, changing his nappy, playing with him and putting him to sleep will bring about a special feeling and love between the parents and the baby. Each time that he is treated with loving care, the baby learns that he is loved. This special feeling between the baby and his parents is known as ‘bonding’. It is one of the best ways of providing a baby with a sense of security and confidence. A baby who has a close ‘bond’ with hair father and mother is likely to be a happier child
