Child Development

Your baby is one-of-a-kind. There is no one quite like him. He has his own personality and he will develop in his own way, in his own time. Day by day, as you get to know each other, you develop a special relationship with him.

During these first six months, take time to think about how much both you and your baby will grow and change. (There is space below for you to jot down thoughts to remember and share with family members, friends, your baby’s childcare or health care provider.)

Sometime, during the first six months, it is likely you will see your baby:

• Sleep and eat on a more regular schedule (though growth spurts may change her patterns)
• Calm herself by sucking (her thumb, fingers or a pacifier)
• Try to imitate (copy) faces you make
• Reach for an object and grasp it, often bringing it to her mouth
• Turn from stomach to back and then back to stomach
• Move around a little, maybe in a circle, backward or forward
• Turn her head in the direction of sounds
• Develop control of her head
• Make lots of sounds
• Play with her toes
• Enjoy games with you, such as “peek-a-boo”
• Recognize familiar faces
• Sit without support (near six months)

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