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A person’s unique emotional makeup is…
temperament
A comfortable space free of dangers and with toys that are safe and interesting.
play environment
When can a baby tell a frown from a smile?
2-3 months
What is social development
the process of learning how to interact and express oneself with others
List the 6 basic emotions
Interest, sadness, joy, disgust, anger, fear
What is a condition in which partially digested food rises in the throat and can cause intense crying?
reflux
Something you can do to comfort a crying baby
Cuddle, move, sing, offer toy, massage
When does a baby start cooing and babbling
1 month
An infant learning that can get their needs met by crying is an example of?
learning through cause and effect
How do babies self-comfort?
Thumb sucking, pacifiers
Uncontrollable crying
colic
what toys can help a child to practice stacking and balancing
blocks
What age can babies distinguish between family members
4-6 months
what age do babies start to vary their cries
2 months
What are two ways to build trust in a baby
Have physical contact, Meet the baby’s needs through care, Communicate with the baby and respond to them
A child that has a lack of love and attention causes
failure to thrive
What are two things to consider when buying toys for a child
Appropriate for babies age, Big enough they are not a choking hazard, No small parts or pieces that can be removed, Ensure toys are sturdy, Keep toys clean
When does emotional and social development begin?
at birth
List three things a parent can do to reduce stranger anxiety when introducing a baby to a new person?
have Consistent responses, act welcoming to new people, quietly let the baby get used to them, don’t force a baby to be held by an unfamiliar person, hold the baby and let the person play with them on your lap
When would an infant start to show Stranger anxiety
7-8 months
A healthy what between a baby and a caregiver develops Trust, Self-esteem, Social, emotional skills?
attachment
how does play help babies develop
Learn from the world around them, Play strengthens all areas of development, Helps them interact with others, Strengthen attachment to caregivers, Increase motor skills, Learn about the world
When does an infant show strong likes and dislikes?
11-12 months
Which category of temperament is Awareness of surroundings and tendency to be distracted by new things?
Perceptiveness
The ability to adjust to changes falls under which category of temperament?
Adaptability