Archives for November 2007

Reading to your baby is a way to spend special time with her. And it is one of the best ways to help your baby learn. Read to her every day. When you read to your baby, you are helping her learn new words. Reading to her lets her know that books and reading are important. Reading to her now will help her do well in school later on. At this age, your … [Read more...] about Reading to Your Baby

Mealtimes are still messy for you and your eight-month-old. She continues to need your special attention at meal times. Your baby is probably able to pick up food with her fingers. By now, she is learning to drink from a cup. When she chews, she can move the food to the sides of her mouth. You can now offer her thicker and lumpier foods. Here are … [Read more...] about Mealtime with Your Eight-Month-Old

Now is the time to make an appointment for your baby’s nine-month checkup. At this checkup, the doctor will measure your baby’s head. The doctor will weigh your baby and measure her length. The doctor will give your baby a physical exam. You will need to remove your baby’s clothes before the doctor can do this. You will need to bring an extra diaper, too. The … [Read more...] about Your Baby’s Next Checkup

Your baby needs to be safe. But she also needs to explore. You must decide when to tell her “no.” And you must decide when to let her discover things on her own. You can keep your eightmonth-old baby safe. But you always have to stay one step ahead of her! Baby-proof your house: Lock up all of your medicines, vitamins and pills. Be careful when … [Read more...] about Ways To Keep Your Baby Safe

At eight months, your baby is curious about everything. This is a fun time for both of you. Your baby may surprise you with how well she can get around the house. Let her explore, but keep her safe. Now that she can pull herself around on her belly or crawl, she wants to get into everything. When she holds things in her hand, she wants to throw them or … [Read more...] about Your Eight-Month-Old