Growth And Development Flashcards
The average weight of a 1 year old is
20-22 lbs
The average height of a newborn is
20 inches
The average height of a 1 year old is
30 inches
During the first 6 months babies gain _____________ lbs per month.
1-2
After birth, babies usually _____ weight.
Lose
Babies do this in what order?
- walk
- roll
- crawl
- Roll 2. Crawl 3. Walk
____________ are the abilities that depend on the use of muscles.
Motor skills
Babies prefer _______ colors.
Bright
The best indicator of a health baby is __________.
Weight gain
Infants discover new things by ________________.
Putting things in their mouths
Newborns learn by their ________.
Senses
The ________ child is the easiest for a parent to raise.
Placid
____________ development starts when the baby is born.
Emotional
____________ or failure to thrive is a fatal condition caused by lack of love.
Marasmus
________ teeth appear in the 6-7 month.
Primary