10 Weird and wacky facts about your newborn baby

Babies truly are unique and special. Though you might be surprised when you find out just how weird and wacky babies are.

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Babies truly are amazing. Though, aside from being cute little bundles of joy, they have wacky quirks that you might not know about. Here are some of those facts.

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Can you imagine how food must taste like for a baby?

Your baby's taste buds actually started developing during the first two months of pregnancy.

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I guess this is why babies try to eat everything they see

These taste buds will eventually recognize 5 tastes: sweet, salty, bitter, sour, and umami.

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Oddly enough, amniotic fluid is salty

Fun Fact: The first thing that your babies will taste is the amniotic fluid inside the womb.

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Most birthmarks are no cause for concern

Of course, if it seems like the birthmark is highly irregular, or if it worries you, then you should get it checked by a pediatrician.

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Ever wonder why your baby has a strong grip?

It has been theorized that this grip reflex is due to evolution; other infant primates also exhibit the same strength and the same grip reflex.

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This was based on a US study done in 2014

As for the most common months for births, they are August, July, October, and September, respectively.

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Don't panic if it seems like your baby has bad eyesight

Still, if it seems like your baby is having trouble seeing after a while, you need to get it checked by an eye specialist.

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This is called "nocturnal lagophthalmos" in medical terms

If seeing your baby sleep with his or her eyes open bothers you, then you can gently stroke your baby's eyelids to close them. This is especially useful if it seems like your baby's eyes seem dry or irritated.

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We've always wondered why babies seem to have large eyes

Fun Fact: babies' heads are about one-fourth of their total body length. On the other hand, adult heads are about one-eight of their total body length.

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This especially true during the baby's first 2-3 months

It's very important to have as much rest as you can when taking care of your baby. Having catnaps, or just lying down and resting while the baby sleeps can help you keep refreshed and can reduce your stress.

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If this happens to your baby, don't worry about it

If you feel any lumps or see any milk on your baby's nipples, that's just due to the excess hormones your baby has after childbirth. It usually goes away after 2-4 weeks.

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It's important to talk to your baby even while it's still in the womb

Some studies show that babies can recognize their mothers even while inside the womb. Amazing!

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Dads, don't get too jealous if your baby recognizes the mom first

It's only natural since they carried the baby for 9 months!

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This just goes to show that mothers and babies do have a unique bond

It's important for mother and baby bonding that you look into your baby's eyes.

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This is really amazing!

Studies show that bonding with your baby can also give them positive long-term effects well into adulthood, such as better planning, problem-solving, and flexibility skills.

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Jan Alwyn Batara

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