When is the peak of fetal brain development?

Mondo Parenting Updated on 2024-01-29

PregnancyIt's a wonderful moment that every woman looks forward to, and for you who are about to become a mother, you may want your baby to be smart, healthy and cute. AlthoughFetusThroughoutPregnancyThey are constantly developing, but there are three specific peaks in their brain development, as long as they can grasp these periods, they can provide better support for the baby's brain development. So when are these three peak periods?

OneFetusThe first critical period of brain development is:PregnancyThe first 8 weeks, that is, justPregnancyof 2 months. This time isFetusDuring the formative period of the brain, although it is still an embryo, the first native neural tissue of the brain has already begun to form. Around the 18th day after the formation of the fertilized egg,FetusThe basic structure of the brain began to be built, and at this timeFetusIQ is already thereGenetics. Therefore, during these two months, pregnant mothers should pay special attention to the intake of nutrients andlifeXi to create a goodFetusDevelopmental environment.

The second peak is:Pregnancyweek 20, at this timeFetusThe development of the brain has entered a proliferative phase. InPregnancyIn the 4th month,FetusThe senses such as hearing and vision begin to develop, and by the fifth month, all aspects of development have been more complete, and the brain is also developing rapidly. Brain cellsThe development is more complex, and external stimuli begin to connect with each other, at the same timeFetusIt also began to leave traces of memory. It's herePregnancy6th month,FetusThe structure of the cerebral cortex is basically formed, and it has all of it in lifeBrain cells

The third peak occurs in:PregnancyAt the 30th week, at this timeFetusThe brain enters an active phase of growth and continues until birth. During this period, neurons pairCranial nervesDevelopment plays an important role, and the formation and development of dendritic synapses continues. It is because of the stimulation and development of these synapses,Fetusto have a variety of skills, such as sight, hearing, taste, etc. Therefore, pregnant mothers need to pay special attention to protection during this periodFetusofBrain cellsto avoid damage to them.

During these three critical periods,Pregnant momThere are a few specific steps that can be taken to promote brain development in your baby:

PregnancyThe first 8 weeks are the period when the baby's brain is formed, and pregnant mothers should pay attention to avoid bad Xi habits, such as smoking and drinking, while maintaining good oneslifeXi, such as regular work and rest, appropriate amountExerciseand keep your mood stable.

2.InPregnancyIn the 20th week, it is recommended that mom and dad carry out a variety of activitiesPrenatal educationActivities such as the use of black and white cards, singing and dancing, etc., to provide a positive stimulus boostFetusbrain development. At the same time, the diet should pay attention to the intake of rich intakeLecithin, DHA, iodine, and other nutrients that help in brain development, such as:EggsFishNoriSeaweed, nuts, etc.

3.InPregnancyIn the 30th week, be careful to avoidFetusIntrauterine hypoxia, becauseFetusIntrauterine hypoxia can haveBrain cellsCauses irreversible damage. Pregnant mothers can lie on their left side as much as possible, appropriatelyExercise, stick to the numberFetal movementsand keep it on a regular basisPrenatal checkupsto guaranteeFetussafety and needs.

All in all, these three critical periods are rightFetusBrain development is crucial. Pregnant mothers can pay attention to the nutrition of their dietlifeXi and HarmonyPrenatal educationactivities and other ways to give the fetus the best development environment. I hope that every baby can grow up healthy and healthy in a healthy and intelligent environment.

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