But a baby's brain physically enlarges along with the rest of her body as she learns to navigate the world, causing her skull to grow and fuse in turn. That's why a baby's fontanelle, or "soft spot," is closed or nearly closed by age one, says Dr. Note that growth spurts, like teething, are easy to confuse with other issues. An overly sleepy or fussy baby could indicate illness, while constant hunger could indicate a low milk supply.
If your baby is peeing and pooping well, you can assume supply is not an issue and take comfort in knowing the feeding frenzy will pass. Weight them without diapers and clothing, preferably using a baby scale. By Elizabeth Florio Updated December 19, Save Pin FB More. Pediatrician Measuring Baby Weight on Scale. By Elizabeth Florio. Be the first to comment! Monthly Baby Milestones Chart. The Truth About Baby Percentiles. Getting Pregnant.
Popular links under Pregnancy First Trimester. Popular links under Baby Baby Month by Month. Popular links under Toddler Toddler Month by Month. Baby Products. Bookmark BookmarkTick BookmarkAdd save. By Bonnie Vengrow. Image: Paper Boat Creative. What Are Baby Growth Spurts? Baby Growth Spurt Signs. Plus, more from The Bump:. We don't know exactly what causes these changes in behavior. They may be due to your baby feeling tired or overwhelmed as she devotes her energy to eating and growing.
There's also a theory that behavioral changes may be a sign that a developmental leap is coming. This may happen alongside a growth spurt or at a different time. So if your baby seems fussy or cranky, she may be getting ready to unveil a new skill, such as rolling over or crawling.
Respond to your baby's cues and try to give him what he needs, whether it's extra feedings, a morning nap, or quiet time and cuddles. Wearing your baby in a carrier may help him feel secure while giving your arms a break. You may worry that your breastfed baby isn't getting enough milk during a growth spurt. But your baby's frequent nursing will increase your milk supply, and you'll most likely have more than enough for your baby's needs. However, it may take a day or two for your body to catch up to your baby's hunger.
If you breastfeed and you're worried that your baby isn't getting enough milk, check in with your baby's doctor, or a nurse or lactation consultant, for advice and extra support. Help boost your milk production by letting your baby nurse as often as he wants, and take care of yourself by eating good meals , drinking lots of fluids, and letting family and friends help out with chores. If your baby is formula-fed, it's fine to give him an extra bottle if he wants one.
Or try adding an extra ounce or two of formula to his bottles. After the growth spurt, your baby may go back to wanting less formula at each feeding. Or, he may stick with the new amount.
As your baby gets older — and his tummy gets bigger — he'll drink fewer bottles a day with more formula in each. Growth spurts can make babies sleepy and out of sorts, but they don't cause fevers , extreme irritability, or listlessness. These can be signs that your baby is unwell. Contact your baby's doctor if your little one shows any of these symptoms. Likewise, if your baby's behavior, feeding, or sleeping habits change suddenly and you're concerned, ask the doctor for advice.
Growth spurts aren't the only explanation for a cranky, hungry baby. Teething , changes in routine, and minor illnesses can also affect your baby's feeding, sleep, and behavior.
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In exclusively breastfed babies, milk intake increases quickly during the first few weeks of life, then stays about the same between one and six months. Physical growth is not the only reason that babies may have a temporary need for increased nursing. Babies often exhibit the same type of behavior increased nursing with or without increased fussiness when they are working on developmental advances such as rolling over, crawling, walking or talking.
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