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month 1
During the first month the baby doesn't really show that much of any behavior.
Emotional:
they start to show interest. Social Development:
wanting to be attached. -
month 2
During this time the baby is beginning to do more things.
Emotional:
-would rather look at people then objects
-begins to express anger Social Development:
-begins to develop a social smile
-studies faces -
month 3
During this time the baby is going to start showing a lot more emotion.
Emotional:
-starts a "conversation" by smiling or gurgling at you. Social Development:
-can imitate someones movement or facial expressions. -
month 4
Emotional:
-cries if played is disrupted. Social Development:
-will turn towards other children.
-laughs when being tickled -
month 5
Emotional:
-becomes more assertive. Social Development:
-likes to play during meals
-can tell the difference between family members and strangers -
month 6
Emotional:
-coos when happy
-cries when not happy
Social:
-the baby is starting to know its name -
month 7
Emotional:
-expresses anger more strongly
Social:
-tries to mimic adult sounds
-enjoys social interaction -
month 8
Emotional:
-may become shy
-cries in frustration
Social:
-can differentiate family members -
month 9
Emotional:
-smiles and kisses own image
Social:
-imitates gestures that others do -
month 10
Emotional:
-separation anxiety
Social:
-becomes cautious of heights -
month 11
Emotional:
-gain approval from you
Social:
-Can be uncooperative -
month 12
Emotional:
-temper tantrums
-developing sense of humor
Social:
-cling to parents