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Keeps hands fisted or slightly open. -
Reacts to discomfort and pain by crying for assistance -
Recognizes a parent's voice
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Can keep head in mid position of body when lying on tummy. -
Is able to show distress, excitement, contentment, anger and delight. -
Discovers hands and feet as an extension of self -
Laughs out loud -
Communicates with different sounds and facial expressions
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Looks at an object, reaches for it, and makes eye contact with it -
Smiles and coos when caregivers talk to them -
Able to place objects in mouth -
Begins to use mitten grasps for grabbing objects near the hands. -
Responds to continued warmth and affection -
Shows increased pleasure in social interactions -
Becomes unresponsive if left alone most of waking hours
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Enjoys social aspects of feeding time
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Reaches for objects such as an activity gym with good coordination and aim
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Smiles at self in mirror -
Distinguishes between familiar and unfamiliar adults
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May begin clinging to a primary caregiver. Desires constant attention from caregiver
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Holds an object with both hands
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Grabs at any and all objects in reach -
Likes affection and may cry to get it
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Enjoys playing with other children
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Begins to have a sense of humor
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Thoroughly enjoys company of siblings
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Brings objects together making banging noise
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May be able to play a peek-a-boo game -
Shows desire for social contacts
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Achieves sitting position by pushing up with arms. -
Likes to fill and empty containers -
Exhibits fear of strangers -
Crawls -
May be able to move along furniture. -
Finds hidden objects -
Responds to certain words -
May show fear of heights
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Values quick display of love from caregivers
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Recognizes the social nature of mealtime
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Shows interest in play activities of others
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Likes to walk holding caregivers hand -
Climbs chairs and furniture -
Waves good-bye -
Likes to look at pictures in a book -
Performs for others, repeats act if applauded
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Is more aware and sensitive to other children
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Cries less often
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Expresses happiness, sadness, discomfort, and anger
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Stands alone -
Takes off shoes and socks -
Likes to open containers and look inside at objects -
Puts nesting toys together -
Seeks approval and tries to avoid disapproval
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May not always want to be cooperative
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Tests caregivers to determine limits
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May not always want to be cooperative
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May be able to pull of clothing -
Uses pincer grasps -
Saying first word -
Begins to identify self-identity and independence
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May resist napping
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Likes to practice communication with adults
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Begins to find familiar objects that are not in view but have permanent locations -
May reveal an inner determination to walk