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How I grow
- I don't bob my head as much.
- I keep my hands loosely open most of the time.
- I will hold objects, but I will not reach for them.
- I move my arms and legs a lot.
- When held in a standing position, I can bear some weight on my legs.
- When I'm on my tummy, I can hold my head up for 10 seconds or longer.
- I touch my face with my hands.
How I talk
- I gurgle, whimper and chuckle.
- I don't cry as much as I used to.
- I squeal and make other sounds when you talk to me.
How I eat and sleep
- I may have one feeding at night.
- I may sleep through the night.
- I may need a morning nap and an afternoon nap.
How I respond
- When I see you, I turn my whole body to face you.
- I turn my head toward the sounds of singing or talking.
- I may stop or start crying depending on who is holding me.
How I understand
- I'm beginning to remember things.
- I'm beginning to recognize different people in my family.
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Month By Month has been adapted for Fathers from Healthy Start, Grow Smart, Your Newborn, Washington, D.C. 2002 - U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
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