Physical and mental development of a 5-month-old baby, begin feeding baby food

When a baby is 5 months old, the rhythm of life will be well adjusted and childcare will become easier little by little. On the other hand, turning over, increasing the amount of exercise in the limbs, and starting to practice baby food will bring us to a new step.

This time, I would like to introduce the growth of a 5-month-old baby.

Height and weight of a 5 month old baby

Boy / Height 61.9-70.4cm Weight 6.1-9.2kg

Girl / Height 60.1-68.7cm Weight 5.7-8.7kg

* For Japanese

This number is an average value, but even if your height and weight are shorter than the average, and vice versa, there is no problem as long as your baby is growing well.

Physical development of a 5 month old baby

Hold one's head up, fall on one's face

By the age of five months, most babies will have their necks firmly seated. Prone position allows you to lift your head and move your neck from side to side. However, the neck muscles are not strong yet, so do not shake them violently. Some babies are not good at prone until they get used to it, but they gradually start to raise their faces and play.

Minion development

By the age of five months, the baby will be dexterous and will be able to grab things with both hands. It is also during this time that you can often see people grabbing their feet and playing.

Development of eyesight

It is said that the baby's eyesight develops significantly around 3 to 6 months after birth. When you are 5 to 6 months old, you will be able to see the sense of distance between objects, and you will be able to see small objects and colors with low contrast.

Turn over

The standard time for a baby to turn over is around 5 to 6 months after birth. However, some babies are not good at prone position and may not turn over easily. Some moms may feel anxious about their baby not turning over, but don't worry too much.

Sit down

When you are 5 months old, your baby's bones and muscles will develop, so if you support them from behind, you will be able to sit down. If you are an early child, you may be able to sit down without support. It is about 7 to 8 months after birth that you can sit stably by yourself.

Mental development of a 5-month-old baby

Five months after birth is a time when babies are interested in various things. Reach for something you care about, touch it, or put it in your mouth. The curiosity and inquisitiveness of the baby is evidence of a well-developed mind. You need to be careful about safety, but please create an environment where your baby can move happily.

Words

Five-month-old babies are in a period of increased babbling. Let moms and dads talk a lot and enjoy the reaction.

Shyness

As your eyesight develops, you will be able to distinguish human faces. For this reason, some babies begin to be shy when they are about 5 months old. Think of it as a sign of growth and watch it warmly.

Life rhythm of a 5-month-old baby

I spend more time awake during the day and gradually sleep better at night. Babies who start eating baby food will have more time to eat in their daily lives. Try to feed baby food at the same time as possible so that you can get a good rhythm. For moms who have spent their time without worrying about time, if you can create a rhythm of early to bed and early rising from this time, it will be a little easier for moms as well as for babies.

Baby food from 5 months old

Generally, baby food is started around 5 to 6 months after birth. If you have a lot of saliva, stare at your family's diet, or move your mouth to eat while your family is eating, it's a sign to start baby food. Start baby food when your mom and dad can afford it.

Pay more attention to your baby's safety around the age of 5 months

At the age of 5 months, the range of activities will expand and baby food will start, so you will not be able to take your eyes off the baby. It's important to keep an eye on your baby even when you're at home.