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The season in which babies are born can have an effect on their future risk of developing neurological disorders like seasonal affective disorder, bipolar depression, and schizophrenia; [2] [3] as well as type I diabetes. [4] Research has shown that the season of a baby’s birth can have an effect on whether or not they will become a heavy smoker.
A baby born within the normal range of weight for that gestational age is known as appropriate for gestational age (AGA). An abnormally slow growth rate results in the infant being small for gestational age, while an abnormally large growth rate results in the infant being large for gestational age.
In common terminology, a baby is the very young offspring of human beings; while infant (from the Latin word infans, meaning 'baby' or 'child' [1]) is a formal or specialised synonym. The terms may also be used to refer to juveniles of other organisms.
World Prematurity Day is observed on 17 November each year to raise awareness of preterm birth and the concerns of preterm babies and their families worldwide. [1] Approximately 15 million babies are born preterm each year, accounting for about one in 10 of all babies born worldwide. [2]
Also called "development in context" or "human ecology" theory, ecological systems theory was originally formulated by Urie Bronfenbrenner.It specifies four types of nested environmental systems, with bi-directional influences within and between the systems; they are the microsystem, mesosystem, exosystem, and macrosystem.
Fat rolls ("Baby Fat") begin to appear on thighs, upper arms and neck. Motor development. May be able to roll from front to back. [29] Starts to reach and grasp for objects. [29] Brings hands and objects to mouth. [29] Able to control head while sitting. [29] Supports head and chest with arms while prone. [29] Pushes on legs when feet are on a ...
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At 28 weeks, more than 90% of babies can survive outside of the uterus if provided with high-quality medical care, though babies born at this time will likely experience serious health complications such as heart and respiratory problems and long-term intellectual and developmental disabilities. Prenatal care improves pregnancy outcomes. [9]