Your baby at week 7 will be sleeping and feeding a lot more than usual due to a growth spurt that will likely last a few days to an entire week.
Growth Spurt and Development for Your Baby at Week 7
Growth spurts are periods of rapid physical developments characterized by weight gain, increase in height, and enlargement of head circumference. An infant goes through several growth spurts:
- Once the baby comes home from the hospital
- Around 10 days
- 3 weeks to a month
- At 6 weeks
- At 3 months
- At 6 months
- At 9 months
Growth spurts will require more input from you in terms of breast milk and for this reason, increase your naps and try to get as much rest as you can. Have plenty of warm liquids, good fats, and healthy foods for breastfeeding such as avocados, nuts, and coconuts to help to enrich your milk supply.
If you are feeding your baby late at night keep the lights dim and avoid letting it turn into a party. No television or loud music, and switch off your tablet or cell phone. Bright lights or the blue light from mobile devices will interfere with your melatonin production which is responsible for a good night’s sleep.
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You at 7 Weeks of Being a Mum
At this stage, remember to cut yourself some slack when it comes to your housework, work and even your relationships. Do not worry if some of these things get neglected. Focus on resting as much as you can, even if you miss a few hair appointments. But if you really need some pampering and hair maintenance, find salon services that can come to you.
If you prefer to have fewer visitors, speak to your spouse or family members so that you can rest more. Create a support system in your family where others can watch the baby while you recover. Do not be afraid to take short walks or step outside of the house.
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When you’re outside, ensure that your baby does not get overstimulated. Their receptors get overloaded quite quickly so if your baby begins to squirm or fuss, he is informing you that he has had enough. Even though your baby is unable to respond to you verbally, make plenty of eye contact, smile, laugh and talk to your baby. Converse with your child as though they were an adult. Use questions and then supply the answers. This is much better than baby talk because it will help him develop proper speech patterns. Keep reading aloud to your baby even if his attention span seems to wander.
Well Baby Clinics for Your Newborn’s Care
These first few weeks of your newborn’s life are vital for their health, growth, and development. Malaica’s well baby clinics offer comprehensive professional support including timely vaccinations, feeding support, and developmental tracking to ensure your baby gets the best and healthiest start. We also support your parenthood journey whether you’re experiencing feeding challenges, trouble with sleep training, managing colic, or when you’re feeling emotionally overwhelmed.
Curious how Malaica can support you and your baby through this period of growth and development? Book a consultation today or send us a message at +254 746 610643 to learn more.
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