The
first
year:
Lots
of
first
experiences

Your little sunshine has only been in this world a short time. And their development is far from over. A lot of special first-time moments await you, especially in the first year.

dad holding babys hands and mother tying lays sunshine

Breastfeeding:
The
best
for
your
baby

Shortly after birth, your baby already searches for their favourite source of nutrition and with that, breastfeeding begins. As a new mother, you are bound to have a lot of questions about breastfeeding.

Look
what
your
baby
can
do!

Your baby's search, sucking and swallowing reflexes function with downright precision right from birth.

Body
processes
are
set
in
motion

Hormones for the production and release of milk are triggered via your nervous system.

Digestive
complaints
or
allergies
when
your
baby
doesn't
feel
so
great

As parents, of course you only want what's best for your child. But sometimes there are phases when your little sunshine doesn't feel so good. And when your little one doesn't feel good, you as parents often don't feel so good either. This is completely normal. But such phases often occur more frequently at the beginning, and in general, this is not unusual. We are always happy to assist and advise you. However, you should speak with your paediatrician or midwife if these problems persist.

baby on bed

Three-month colic, tummy aches and diarrhoea are not unusual — especially in the first few months.

Drag & explore
Digestive
complaints
or
allergies
when
your
baby
doesn't
feel
so
great

As parents, of course you only want what's best for your child. But sometimes there are phases when your little sunshine doesn't feel so good. And when your little one doesn't feel good, you as parents often don't feel so good either. This is completely normal. But such phases often occur more frequently at the beginning, and in general, this is not unusual. We are always happy to assist and advise you. However, you should speak with your paediatrician or midwife if these problems persist.

Development
from
the

4th
month

Your baby is discovering a new toy — their hands. Their movements are becoming more coordinated and they grasp more accurately. You can actively support this development with finger games or action nursery rhymes!

Your
baby
is
becoming
increasingly
active

They are repeating their first sounds, they are kicking about energetically and their head is becoming more stable.

Their
little
arms
are
getting
stronger,
too

They do their first mini press-ups while lying on their tummies.

The
precursors
to
mobility

Your baby is slowly learning to roll, shuffle around on their tummy, and sit without support.


cute baby eating pasta with fork

Their
nutritional
needs
grow:
Ready
for
their
first
solids

The physical exertion throughout the day also makes your baby hungrier. During the first 6 months, your baby gets everything they need from breast milk. After the 4th month at the earliest, and by the beginning of the 7th month at the latest, you can gradually begin to introduce solids in addition to their milk. The rise in nutritional needs is also reflected in the fact that many children get their first teeth between the 5th and 6th months. 

Read more on introducing solids

Babbling,
crawling
and
standing!

The
developmental
spurt
between
the
7th
and
12th
month

Your baby perceives the world clearly and accurately

Hand-eye coordination, balance, and comprehension are developing rapidly and your little sweetheart is showing more and more enthusiasm and perseverance while playing with objects.

Say, 'Mommy'!

They start off gurgling and babbling simple sounds. And then from the 10th month some children already surprise their parents with their first 'Mama' or 'Dada'.


happy mom and dad watching their baby walk

We're
here
for
you
with
our
parenting
advice
hotline

If you have any questions about breastfeeding or infant and toddler nutrition, our experienced colleagues in parent consultation will be happy to help and advise you.

Contact us