Baby's 1-Month Checkup

The last month has probably been filled with ups and downs. Your life has changed dramatically and you probably don't know what to do sometimes. This is completely normal. know it will get better. Your pediatrician can help with any concerns you may have, so don't be afraid to ask questions!

Here's what to expect during your 1 month old baby's checkup.

You can expect your child's doctor to:

Make sure the baby's umbilical cord stump has fallen off and the baby's navel is healing properly.
Examine your boy's penis if it has been circumcised.
Get your child vaccinated against hepatitis B.
Check your baby's weight and height and get information about the feeding schedule

Questions your baby's doctor may ask you

Do you give your child time when he is awake?
Does your baby calm down when he hears your voice?
Does your baby move arms and legs the same way?
Does your child receive vitamin supplements?

Questions you may have about your baby's appearance

Why do my baby's eyes cry a lot?
When will their acne disappear?
What can I do for my baby's scaly scalp?
Why do my child's eyes meet?

Tips for eye and skin problems

The tear ducts in babies are sometimes blocked, but in most children this grows out.
Massaging the area where the inner corner of the eye meets the nose with a warm cloth may help.
Don't worry if your child develops pimples or flaky scalp.
Problems with pimples and scalp flaking usually go away on their own within a few months.
Washing your baby's scalp regularly with a mild baby shampoo and combing the scales with a soft brush can help with flaky scalp.
Babies under 3 months old tend to squint their eyes, open one eye and not the other, or look in two different directions. This is normal in the first 3 months of life.
Talk to your pediatrician if you are concerned about any of these conditions.

Questions you may have about weight gain

Is my child gaining enough weight?
How often should I feed my baby?

Weight gain tips

Newborns usually take about 140-200 grams per week for the first 1-2 months.
Your baby may grow 1-2 cm in the first month.
If your child is healthy and gaining weight from visit to visit, you should be fine.
Feed your baby when he is hungry, or at least every 3-4 hours.

Are you and your child starting to get salon fever? If the weather is good, take your child outside for a walk. If you are visiting, just ask people to wash their hands before picking up your child. Your little one will love meeting your friends, and they will definitely love meeting your little one!