Keep in mind! Open the newborn’s tiny fists in a timely manner

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This post was last edited by cflt111 on 2016-5-20 11:57. Please keep in mind! Open the newborn’s little fists promptly. When each baby is born, they hold their little fists tightly closed. Regarding this phenomenon, many mothers may not pay much attention to it, but pediatricians advise everyone to open the baby’s tightly clenched fists in a timely manner. Why is it important to open a baby’s little fists in a timely manner? 1. Hand movements promote the development of the nervous system, and they also play a key role in facilitating the psychological development of infants. 2. With the fingers separated, the baby can manipulate various objects at will, allowing them to actively learn and engage in different activities, thereby fostering the development of their perceptual and concrete thinking skills. 3. Through hand movements, the infant interacts with the environment, which helps the infant develop an understanding of how to interact with it; this experience of interaction is of great significance for the infant’s future development. What should a mother do to open the baby’s little fists? 1. Pay attention to stretching them in daily life. Often opening the baby’s tightly clenched fists helps him feel relaxed as his fingers are stretched; don’t forget to wash the baby’s hands while bathing. Gently insert your fingertips into the baby’s palm and move them back and forth inside it, cleaning while massaging at the same time. While feeding, hold the baby in your arms, put your fingers in his palm, cover his small hand with your larger one, and gently touch it or shake it slowly. Gently stroke the baby and open his fists, allowing his little palms to touch your breast and your face. Keep talking to the baby constantly. Sucking on mom’s breast and feeling the warmth of her skin, the baby feels satisfied and comfortable. 2. Massage the baby’s fingers *When the baby is full and in a good mood, you can massage their little hands. The gentle touch of the skin stimulates the baby’s tactile nerves, helping to relax both the body and mind, and making it easier for the baby to open their fists. *Pick up the baby’s palm, gently separate the thumb, then open and close the fingers one by one, speaking and singing while doing so. Hold the baby’s fingers, gently opening them one by one and then closing them again, while stroking them softly. *Frequently encourage the baby to \"punch\" in order to improve hand-eye coordination and the ability to touch and grasp objects. 3. Place the toy in the baby’s palm; let the baby hold the toy, while the mother holds the baby’s tiny hand and shakes them together to hear what sounds the toy makes. In the game, the baby gradually learns to *control and use their own hands. Note: Correct grip – the thumb and the four fingers should be placed opposite each other. Choose the right toy. Toys that are the size of a baby’s palm, make sounds, and have a soft material.