Unit 3.1 - 3.2 Flashcards
What is the primary ability of babies aged 0-1 months?
Understand rather than talk
Babies are more interested in looking at faces and listening to speech.
What types of noises do babies make at 0-1 months to signal their feelings?
Crying and other noises
These noises may indicate hunger, sleepiness, pain, loneliness, or thirst.
At what age do babies start cooing?
2 months
They make sounds such as ‘ooh’ and ‘aah’.
What new sounds do babies begin to make around 4-5 months?
Bubbly and raspberry sounds
Bubbly sounds involve tongue contact with lips; raspberry sounds involve lips vibrating.
What significant milestones occur for babies between 6-12 months?
Recognizing phrases, responding to their name, and saying first words
They also start copying body movements.
What physical skills do babies develop from 0-2 months?
Lift heads and briefly hold objects
This occurs during tummy time.
What can babies do at 3-5 months in terms of physical development?
Roll from front to back and sit with support
They also begin reaching for toys.
What are some physical milestones for babies at 12 months?
Walk independently and use spoons
They can also open books and place pegs on boards.
What emotional expressions do babies show from 0-3 months?
Crying
This is their only means of expressing emotion.
At what age do babies start to express laughter and a wider range of emotions?
4-6 months
They become more expressive during this period.
What complex emotions do babies exhibit at 7-9 months?
Fear, sadness, and stranger anxiety
These emotions reflect their developing social awareness.
What cognitive skill do babies develop by 4-6 months?
Explore their environment and learn by grasping objects
They begin to understand cause and effect.
What is object permanence, and when do babies start to understand it?
Understanding that objects continue to exist even when not seen; starts at 4-7 months
Infants look for hidden toys.
What major development occurs in the first trimester of pregnancy?
Formation of major organs and body systems
This includes the brain, spinal cord, and heart.
What significant growth happens during the second trimester?
Growth of hair, nails, and fingerprints; development of senses
Movements become more noticeable.
What is a notable change in the third trimester of pregnancy?
Rapid weight gain and fat storage
The baby prepares for birth by moving into the head-down position.
What cognitive development milestone occurs by 10-12 months?
Solving basic problems and saying first words
They also understand simple words.
Fill in the blank: At 10-12 months, babies show separation anxiety and can _______.
Wave or clap
They also show affection and respond to others’ emotions.
