0-4 months: Frequently asked questions
Essential information for newborn care during the first months of life. From how to bathe, hold, and understand your baby’s cues, to sleep recommendations, hygiene, and routines. We accompany you step-by-step through this stage full of discoveries, offering simple and practical content to help you feel more confident in your daily care.
Is it normal for my baby to spit up?
Yes—small amounts after feeds are common due to an immature digestive system. See your pediatrician if it’s forceful, frequent, or bloody. You can also check guidance on baby tummy problems.
How do I know if my baby is hungry?
Early cues include rooting, hand-to-mouth, and sucking sounds. Crying is a late sign. Learn more in breast hunger and fullness cues.
How much should my baby eat per feed?
Newborns feed every 2–3 hours; amounts increase with age. Follow hunger/fullness cues and pediatric growth checks. More details in how to breastfeed.
What can I do for colic or gas?
Hold upright after feeds, burp frequently, massage the belly, and bicycle the legs. For extra strategies see colic action plan.
How should I clean my baby’s genitals?
Use warm water and a soft cloth. For girls, wipe front to back; for boys, don’t force foreskin retraction.
When can I trim my baby’s nails?
From the first days if they’re long—use baby nail scissors or a file, ideally while sleeping.
What are key early developmental milestones?
Brief head control, tracking objects, social smile, cooing, and responding to sounds. For more guidance, read baby health check questions.
When can I introduce a pacifier?
After breastfeeding is well established—often around weeks 3–4—use safely and keep it clean.
What should I know about early vaccines?
"Early vaccines usually begin within the first 2 months and may include Hepatitis B, polio, rotavirus, and pneumococcal. Because schedules can vary by country and individual needs, it's important to seek guidance from your pediatrician, who can explain the timing, benefits, and what to expect at each visit.
You can also explore baby immunizations."