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Imitate their sounds to encourage
language development. They will
enjoy it and reciprocate with sound
play.
Month Five
Your baby recognizes
unfamiliar faces and demonstrates
the first signs of stranger anxiety
With increasing frequency
baby is able to reach for, grasp and
bring objects to their mouth for
oral exploration
Does modified push ups and
make swimming motions with their
arms
Vocalizations increase with
new inflections
Is able to sit, lean forward
less and keep a straighter back
During this time: Help them stay
balanced while sitting, place a
favorite toy or book in front of
them to explore. Read lots of books
with large, bright illustrations
especially simple poems and
nursery rhymes as this will foster
language skills.
Month Seven
Able to stand with support
Go from sitting to crawling
position
Pulls themselves up to
standing position using furniture
for support
Able to communicate some of
their basic needs
Shows preference to feed
themselves with their hands
During this time: Give them a lot
of room to roam and explore. Offer
them soft rubbery toys to chew on
to ease teething discomfort.
Month Eight
Turns accurately to sound of
voice
Demonstrates a wide range of
facial expressions
Able to bring thumb and
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