Girls Weight chart for babies 0 week old baby

Congratulations on the arrival of your little bundle of joy!

CDC Growth Data for Newborn Babies:

• Average Weight: Newborn babies typically weigh between 5.5 to 10 pounds (2.5 to 4.5 kilograms) at birth. Please keep in mind that individual growth patterns may vary.

• At a few days old, she will mostly be sleeping this week and when your milk comes in, the daily and nightly routine for the next few months begins.

• It might be that your little girl loses weight this week but don't be too upset as losing some birth weight is not unusual while the mother's milk production is low

During the first week of your baby's life, there are some important aspects of development to be aware of:

Physical Development:

• Reflexes:

  • Rooting reflex: Your baby turns the head towards touch on the cheek.

  • Sucking reflex: Enables feeding from a breast or bottle.

  • Grasping reflex: Your baby instinctively grips objects placed in their palm.

• Head control: Support your newborn's neck, as their muscles are still weak.

Sensory Development:

• Sight:

  • Vision is blurry at this stage.

  • Newborns are attracted to high-contrast patterns and lights.

• Hearing:

  • Recognizes familiar sounds, including your voices.

  • May startle in response to loud noises.

• Taste and smell:

  • Newborns have a preference for sweet tastes.

  • Can detect different smells.

Sleep Patterns:

• Newborns sleep for most of the day, typically around 16 to 17 hours in a 24-hour period.

• They wake up frequently for feeding and diaper changes.

Feeding and Nutrition:

• Most newborns rely on breast milk or formula for their nutrition.

• They have small stomachs and need frequent feeding sessions, typically every 2 to 3 hours.

• Breastfeeding:

  • Establish a proper latch for successful feeding.

  • Seek guidance from a lactation consultant if needed.

• Bottle-feeding:

  • Follow instructions for formula preparation.

  • Ensure proper hygiene.

Emotional and Social Development:

• Bonding:

  • Develop a deep emotional bond through eye contact, touch, and soothing interactions.

  • Cuddle, talk, and sing to your baby.

• Crying:

  • Crying is your baby's primary way of communication.

  • Indicates hunger, discomfort, sleepiness, or the need for a diaper change.

Parental Support:

• As parents, you play a vital role in meeting your baby's needs.

• Provide comfort, love, and a safe environment for their growth.

• Trust your instincts and enjoy the precious moments with your newborn.

Remember, every baby is unique, and they will grow and develop at their own pace. Trust your parental instincts, seek guidance from healthcare professionals when needed, and cherish the incredible journey of watching your newborn thrive.

What to expect

• Like a baby puppy or kitten, your baby boy will have her eyes closed almost the whole week. When they open you’ll notice that she’s not focusing on too much. Newborns can take in differences in the shades of light and can decipher between stationary and kinetic objects. Their field of view is narrow but they can follow moving objects in it.

• Expect some sniffles from the baby whilst she adjusts to the air in your home or hospital. Her airways are quite new so don’t be alarmed by changes in breathing patterns.

Some tips

• It will be an emotional week for her mama (and probably for dad too!) as you will be recovering from the shock of birth. Sometimes jaundice develops which will need to be dealt with under phototherapy.

• Nursing will sometime hurt as it takes time for you and your baby to work as a milking team. The milk usually comes in at 2-5 days. Until then, keep offering him milk to capitalize on the nutrient-rich colostrum and to practice latching on.