Random facts about NEWBORN-12months.... 1–4 months Physical development milestones: Infants, when face down, should be able to lift their head and chest and look both ways. Infants begin to keep their hands open. They focus their eyes and track a moving object or caregiver. They wrap their fingers around an object when it is placed in their hand. They move their arms and legs in a squirming fashion and kick their legs out. Cognitive development milestones: Infants move their heads toward different colors and changes in lighting. They are attracted to people’s voices. They begin to investigate their environment by putting things into their mouths. They reach toward the sound of toys that make noise. Language development milestones: Infants make cooing and gurgling noises, especially when a caregiver talks to or smiles at them. They cry when they need something. They laugh, sometimes loudly They can associate sounds with certain objects and bodily activity. Social and emotional milestones: Infants respond with a smile when someone smiles at them. They can play games, such as peek-a-boo, with their caregiver. They enjoy being gently tickled and jiggled. A familiar voice can soothe them when they are upset. -Cindy
Posted on: Mon, 17 Jun 2013 06:12:18 +0000
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