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1-2 Months
Fine- May hold object if placed in hand, but drops it quickly.
Gross- Can hold head up for a few minutes.
Cognitive- Shows some interest in sounds and will stop sucking to listen.
Social- Shows affection by looking at a person while kicking, waving arms and smiling. -
Emotional
Reacts to discomfort and pain by crying for assistance -
3-4 Months
Fine- Begins to use mitten grasp for grabbing objects near hands
Gross- Can move arms and legs together
Cognitive- Likes to repeat enjoyable acts, like shaking a rattle
Social- Tries to attract attention of caregiver -
Emotional
Laughs when tickled -
5 Months
Fine- Begins to grasp objects with thumb and fingers
Gross- When supported under arms, stands and moves body up and down, stamping feet alternatively
Emotional- May begin to show fearful behavior as separateness is felt
Social- Distinguishes between familiar and unfamiliar faces -
Cognitive
Smiles at self in a mirror -
6 months
Fine- Learns to drop an object at will
Gross- Sits in a tripod position using arms for support
Emotional- Likes attention and may cry to get it
Cognitive- Studies objects intently, turning them to see all sides -
Social
Enjoys playing with other children -
7 Months
Fine- Fingers, manipulates, and rattles objects repeatedly
Gross- crawls awkwardly, combining movements on tummy and knees
Emotional- Expresses anger more dramatically
Social- Shows desire for social contacts -
Cognitive
May begin to imitate an act -
8 months
Fine- Is able to pick up small objects and string
Gross- Crawls
Cognitive- Finds objects that are totally hidden
Social- Values quick display of love and support for caregiver -
Emotional
Exhibits fear of strangers -
9-10 Months
Fine- Uses index finger to point, lead, and poke
Gross- Stands with little support
Emotional- Expresses delight, happiness, sadness, discomfort, and anger
Cognitive-Responds appropriately to a few specific words -
Social
Performs for others, repeats if applauded -
11-12 Months
Fine- Likes to grasp feeding utensils and cup
Gross-Climb up and down stairs
Emotional- Shows increased negativism. May have tantrums
Social- Likes to practice communication with adults -
Cognitive
Speaks first recognizable word
