12 WEEKS PREGNANT

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• Now that your baby's three months old, her joints are becoming more flexible, allowing her to wave and kick more forcefully.
• Be prepared for some wriggling as she exercises those little limbs.
• Your baby's sense of humour is developing nicely, too. When you tickle her, play a game of peekaboo, or blow a raspberry on her tummy, you're likely to be rewarded with a gummy grin or a hearty chuckle.
• In fact, laughing is considered a developmental milestone for babies. Make the most of it by talking to your baby, pulling silly faces and reading out loud using funny voices.

You may not know this but your baby's scalp has a higher pH than yours. This means it's more sensitive to harsh chemicals and can easily get irritated or dry. So, it's important to wash their head with a gentle baby shampoo, that's chemical-free. Try Mylo Baby Shampoo , which:

• Treats dry & itchy scalp.
• Has tear-free formulation.
• Is pH balanced.
• Makes hair soft & shiny.

Postpartum Depression

• If you think you may be suffering from PND, don't let anxiety or pride stop you from seeing your GP or talking to your health visitor.
• At least one in eight new mums experience postnatal depression, and getting the right treatment can make all the difference.
• You can also chat about how you're feeling with other mums in our friendly community.
• You may find that just sharing your experiences or reading about other parents' lives helps you to feel more positive.

Worried about baby’s new thumb sucking habit?

• Virtually all babies suck on their fingers at some time or another, and at some point many babies decide that the thumb is the most efficient and satisfying finger to suck on and switch from finger munching to thumb sucking.
• The good news is that this self-soothing habit doesn’t lead to damage to baby’s teeth.
• And nearly 80 percent of kids give up the thumb by age 5, usually without any parental prodding.
• So let your baby suck away – as long as he’s still eating enough and as long as his thumb sucking isn’t keeping him from using his hands for other explorations.

Express Yourself: Baby carefully watches your expressions and will be using more of his own by this age. Use a variety of facial expressions. Helps baby develop early communications skills.