A newborn is a period of a child's life, which includes about a month (28 days), is considered in parts and is divided into 2: early and late. The first lasts 7 days from the moment the baby is born, the second - from the 7th to the 28th day. How is it going by week? A child is born with incompletely formed internal organs and tissues that continue to develop during these periods. The main activities of the crumbs at this time are sleep and nutrition.

This article will provide information about the developmental norms of an infant in and about what points adults need to pay attention to.

Child development chart in the early neonatal period

At this time, the tissues and internal organs of the crumbs are being intensively improved. Therefore, frequent visits to the pediatrician and careful observation on his part are necessary. Examining the child, the pediatrician evaluates his general condition:

Development of the newborn by week: late period

From about the second week of life, it becomes shorter, and the time of wakefulness is longer. The baby is already beginning to turn its head towards the source of the sound, and by this moment it has acquired a normal shape. During this period, after the umbilical wound has healed, it is already possible to spread it on the tummy and do aerobics on the fitball. The feeling of any discomfort of the child is expressed by his crying. Over time, the mother will be able to distinguish the causes and take the necessary measures. The movements and gaze of the baby become more conscious, and the main reflexes are already formed.

Development of the newborn by week: the basics

Parents should keep in mind that only averages are given here, and each child develops in his own way. Therefore, do not worry if something is different from them. During this period, as in any other, the baby needs parental love, affection, care, understanding and acceptance. Massage, gymnastics, nursery rhymes, bathing and much more are very useful at this time and will make the development of the baby more interesting for him and his mother.

Diagnostics of the development of the child at the end of the neonatal period

By the end of the first month of life, the baby already knows how to:

• turn your head towards a source of light or sound;
• focus on an object
• listen to the sound source for about 15 seconds;
• smile at mom, hearing her voice and seeing her face;
• gurgling, groaning and chanting sounds;
• "communicate" with adults;
• raise the head for a few seconds in the supine position.

Development of the newborn by week: summing up

The first month of life is very important for a baby. At this time, the tissues and internal organs of the crumbs are finally formed, the main reflexes develop. Movements and gaze become more conscious, and many new skills appear, which are the foundation for the future life of the baby.