Across
- 2. Average length is about 50cm, however this vary's
- 4. May be puffy or swollen at birth, with temporary changes in colour
- 5. Small white spots on the nose or face caused by blocked pores
- 6. May look red, blotchy, or even blue-tinged at times
- 8. White, substance on the skin at birth
- 9. Red, sore skin around the nappy areas caused by weakness or irritation
- 10. Common in the first few weeks as the baby sheds their outer skin layer
- 11. Fine, soft hair covering parts of the body: helps protect skin in the womb
- 13. Sticky or watery eyes are common due to blocked tear ducts
- 15. Soft and flexible at birth; may be folded or misshaped but settle in a few days
Down
- 1. Sort areas on the top of the skull where the bones haven't joined yet
- 3. Around 33 - 37cms; measured to check brain and skull development
- 7. Most newborns weigh between 2.5-4.5 kg
- 10. Common in both boys and girls due to hormones
- 12. Small red patches with yellow or white spots in the middle
- 14. Temporary swelling in both boys and girls due to mother's hormones