Babies are like Sponges
Who are the important beings in a babies life?
caregivers, parents, guardians
Why is it important to smile at a baby?
Encourages them to smile back
Who is the infant reflecting its anger from?
Caregiver, parent, guardian, etc
What does sadness stem from?
Pain
At what age does fear keep infants in check?
6 months
What are the 2 global Arousal states?
Pleasant stimulation and removal from unpleasant stimulation
What age do babies recognize familiar people?
6 months
What is independent movement?
Give the infant the space to figure out the obstacle to reach the goal
Is sadness less or more frequent than anger?
Less Frequent
Where do infants prefer the caregiver to be when a new adult is around?
Nearby, close as possible
Name 2 things babies respond too
Joyful play, smiles, laughter, babbling, playful interaction, relaxed posture etc
What age does social smile begin?
6-10 weeks
What events can effect a child temperament?
Change!! New people, places and things
Is Infant sadness common?
Yes
What does infants look for when an unfamiliar adult is around?
Cues from the person they trust
What do babies learn from caregivers?
facial cues and emotions
What age does laughter begin?
3-4 months
What age do babies begin to become over stimulated
4-6 months
What are factors that cause sadness?
Separation from caregiver, removal of toy
What is it called when an infant is afraid of a new person?
Stranger Anxiety
What do babies observe and absorb?
Everything!!
Babies love too?
Smile and Laugh
What do babies want as they get older?
To take control of the things they do on their own
What impairs all aspects of development?
Infant sadness
What are Infants afraid of?
New things, toys, places, people