Developmental Psychology - Alexis

By hiltzal

  • Expecting

    My mother went to the doctors and found out she was going to be having her second child.

  • Ultra Sound

    My mom found out she was having a baby girl!

  • Birth

    I was born at 5:21 in the morning, and I weighed 7 pounds and was 20 inches long.

  • Babbling- Cognitive

    My mom said I was constantly making noises.

  • Sitting Up- Biosocial

    I learned to sit up on my own without any help from others. Although, I occasionally fell over.

  • First Book- Psychosocial

    My mom read me my first book, and I would smile and interact with her.

  • First Tooth- Biosocial

    I received my first tooth, and my mom said I was very fussy.

  • First Word- Cognitive

    My first word was mom.

  • On the Go- Biosocial

    My said said I tried my hardest to crawl, but it was more like scooting.

  • First Step- Biosocial

    I began walking around quickly after taking my first step. I was into many things.

  • Became Potty Trained- Cognitive

    I had no accidents after this point!

  • Gaining Weight- Biosocial

    I gained four pounds since the previous year.

  • Playing- Psychosocial

    My sister and I got our first swing set in the backyard. We would make up games and be outside all day.

  • Began Riding a Bike- Cognitive

    My Aunt Amy worked hard all day teaching me how to ride my bike. Eventually, I grasped the concept and was off on my own.

  • Swimming- Cognitive

    I learned to swim around on my own, but still to this day I am not the best swimmer.

  • Kindergarten- Cognitive, Psychosocial

    I entered my first day of school. I learned to share and interact with the other kids. Also, I learned to recognize the alphabet.

  • Reading- Cognitive

    I wasn't a strong reader at first, but I soon began to master the books.

  • Basketball- Cognitive

    I joined a basketball team and learned the rules that went along with the sport.

  • Middle School- Psychosocial, Cognitve

    I entered middle school along with all the drama.

  • Menstrual Cycle- Biosocial

    I finally became a woman.

  • Cheerleading- Cognitive

    I learned many new skills that I did not imagine doing before.

  • First Boyfriend- Psychosocial

    I was in my first relationship. After about two weeks, I decided I didn't want a boyfriend anymore, so I broke up with him.

  • Stopped Growing- Biosocial

    I quit growing taller. I am stuck in this 5 foot body forever.

  • Started High School- Cognitive

    I entered high school and worked very hard to maintain a high GPA. I took many advanced classes that prepared me for the future.

  • Employed- Cognitive

    I started my first job at Chuck E. Cheese. I learned what it was really like to have a job and to work hard.

  • Second Job- Psychosocial

    I started my second job working at Dairy Queen. I interact with many guests and serve them ice cream.

  • Serious Relationship- Psychosocial

    I began dating my bestfriend.

  • Graduated High School- Cognitive

    This was the big day where I graduated in the top 50 of my class. I was now ready to move on to the next chapter in my life.

  • College- Cognitive

    I attend school at Detroit Mercy. My goal is to become a nurse in four years.

  • Changing lifestyle- Biosocial

    Began eating healthier and working out at least a couple times a week.

  • Engagement- Psychosocial

    The love of my life asked me to marry him. I am so happy that he finally popped the question. I can not wait to spend the rest of my life with him.

  • First house- Cognitive

    Learned what it is like to live on our own and pay all the bills.

  • Graduate College- Cognitive

    Finished college with a BSN degree! Now time to get a nursing job.

  • Real Job- Cognitive

    Got my first real job as a nurse at a local hospital.

  • Get Married- Psychosocial

    This is the big day. Now I get to spend the rest of my life with my bestfriend and my other half.

  • First Child- Biosocial

    Had our first baby boy!!! He was 7lbs. and 4 oz.

  • Second Child- Biosocial

    Found out we are having our second child. This time it is a girl!!!

  • Continuing Education- Cognitive

    Going back to school, so I can become a nurse practitioner.

  • New addition- Psychosocial

    Went to the pet store and bought the kids a puppy!

  • Weight- Biosocial

    Lost 20lbs. in the past year.

  • College years- Psychosocial

    Our first child is off to college.

  • First grandchild- Psychosocial

    Now we get to enjoy our grandchildren and spoil them.

  • Vacation- Psychosocial

    Took a vacation with the kids and grandkids.

  • Hair- Biosocial

    Starting to get gray hair.

  • New Hobby- Cognitive

    Learned how to knit at a local craft store.

  • Retire- Psychosocial

    Now I will be able to spend more time with my family.

  • Unstable- Biosocial

    Fell walking down the stairs.

  • Death