Infant Random
Physical Development/Reflexes
Social/Emotional Development
Language Development
Cognitive Development
100

How do we refer to a baby in their first year after birth

Infant

100

A baby learning to lift his head is what type of physical developmental skill?

gross motor

100

What does it mean when babies become fearful or shy around unfamiliar people?

Stranger Anxiety 

100

What is a baby’s first form of communication?

Crying

100

What part of the brain controls reasoning, math, and logic?

Left Hemisphere

200

Which of the 5 senses is underdeveloped in a newborn baby?

Vision

200

A baby learning to pick up a pacifier is what type of physical developmental skill?

fine motor

200

What is the strong emotional bond between an infant and caregiver called?

Attachment

200

What is the term for when babies repeat the same sounds like “ba-ba” or “da-da”?

Babbling 

200

What do babies use to explore and learn about new things?

Their senses

300

Around what age do most babies start trying solid foods?

Around 6 months.

300

What is one thing caregivers can do to help babies build strong muscles?

Give tummy time 

300

What is one way a baby can soothe themselves?

Thumb sucking, rocking, or holding a soft object

300

What is one nonverbal way to communicate with a baby?

Eye contact, touch, facial expressions, or gestures

300

What is one simple way to stimulate a baby’s brain every day?

Talking, singing, cuddling, or playing during routines

400

What is the unexplained death of a baby called?

SIDS

400

Baby's response to a loud noise (or other surprise) by throwing her arms & legs out away from her body

Startle (Moro) Reflex

400

How can reading books to infants support emotional development?

It helps them learn empathy and bond with the caregiver

400

Around what age do most babies say their first word?

12 months

400

What is one simple way babies show they are curious about the world?

By touching, grabbing, or staring at new things.

500

How many hours on average do newborns sleep each day?

14-17

500

Reflex to search for food source when the cheek is touched


Rooting Reflex

500

How can the emotional climate of the home affect a baby?

Stress or anger at home can make babies fussy or anxious

500

What are two benefits of baby sign language (ASL)?

It reduces frustration and helps language development and bonding

500

Sophie leaves the TV on all day while her baby sits in a bouncer with the same toys. How might this affect his cognitive development?

He may miss out on sensory and social experiences that help his brain grow

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