Your baby will start to become a great problem solver at this age. Some babies try to solve a problem silently (like picking up a toy that is out of reach) and some use every method and still don`t give up until they get what they want.

Baby Development

Separation anxiety, wakefulness at night, etc. situations can still be a problem for many babies. Babies of this age take great pleasure in exploring their surroundings in the best way possible. Be prepared for lots of box and container contents to be sprinkled on the floor. Your baby will also be constantly on the move, so you should be ready to run around and catch it when it runs off in the middle of feeding, changing or bathing. At this stage, your baby will be able to sit confidently, walk by holding on to things, and possibly stand unassisted. It may also try to bend over and pick up a toy while standing. Don`t worry if your baby isn`t walking yet. Most babies take their first steps at 12 months or later. Soon, the concepts of distance, depth, time and cause and effect will develop well. It`ll get these into its game, like stacking blocks, rolling a ball, or separating cereal from the cut fruit on its plate.

Milestones

1. Your baby will be able to take a sitting position while lying on its stomach.

1. Will be able to walk fast while holding on to some furniture.

1. Will be able to understand when you say `no` even if it does not obey.

1. May bend over and pinch objects between fingers while standing.

1. Will be able to begin to understand instructions if you accompany them with gestures such as `come to mom` or `put the ball in the box`.

1. Will be able to find solutions to get something it wants.

Nutrition

The process of getting used to solid foods along with breast milk still continues. Therefore, it is very normal to eat full meals one day and to prefer only breast milk the next day. At week 42, know that breast milk makes up most of your baby`s daily diet and solid foods are secondary. Your baby may no longer need a bottle and can use a glass.

Sleep

Your baby will be crawling very much at week 42. Research shows that crawling is accompanied by sleep disturbance and your baby will exhibit disturbed sleep patterns for about three months after it starts crawling. Sleep maturation can go through peaks and troughs in the first 2 years. Be prepared, you are not alone.

Care Tips

1. If you have switched to using the home bathroom for your baby, consider bathroom safety. This safety contains parameters as the temperature of the water, the temperature of the bathroom, the slip-proofness of the floor, not leaving the baby alone, etc.

1. Avoid using clips and bows on your baby`s hair as they are potential choking hazards. Do not use anything other than a natural shampoo that is safe for your baby`s hair. Likewise, know that most of the time, only water is enough for the body. Avoid using extra cleansers, even natural ones. Water is the best cleanser.

1. If you are planning your baby`s first haircut, choose a hairdresser who knows how to cut baby hair. Plan when your baby is not tired or hungry. Give your baby its favorite toy to distract it during the procedure.

1. If your baby`s sleep is sensitive, do not cut its nails while it sleeps, it may be afraid.

Tests and Vaccines

If you have had previous vaccinations and controls, there is no special routine for this week.

Plays and Activities

1. Play a game with simple instructions. For example, give it a ball with box and ask it to put the ball in the box. Or put the teddy bear down and ask it `where is your toy?` This can help develop your baby`s problem-solving skills.

1. Play a game of putting toys back in a box with your baby.

1. Sit across from your baby and ask it to come to you.

When to Apply to The Doctor?

If your baby is wheezing, has trouble in breathing, has a rash or swelling on the tongue, hands or face, or is in shock, see the doctor right away as your baby may be having an allergic reaction to something or anaphylactic shock.