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| Definition | The developmental milestones record - 6 months refers to the skills and physiologic growth markers regarded as having particular relevance for 6 month-old infants. |
| Alternative Names | Normal childhood growth milestones - 6 months; Childhood growth milestones - 6 months; Growth milestones for children - 6 months |
| Information | Physical and motor: Should have doubled birth weight Able to lift chest and head while on stomach bearing the weight on hand Able to sit in a high chair with a straight back Beginning of teething Increased drooling Able to bear almost all weight when supported in a standing position Able to roll from back onto abdomen Able to hold own bottle (but many babies won't do it or only for short periods) Able to pick up a dropped object Sensory and cognitive: Vision has improved to between 20/60 and 20/40 Can localize sounds not made in a direct plane with the ear Prefers more complex auditory stimulation Starts to imitate sounds Sounds resemble one-syllable words Enjoys hearing own voice Makes sounds to mirror and toys Begins to fear strangers Recognizes parents Begins to imitate actions Begins to realize that if an object is dropped, it is still there and just needs to be picked up Play: Provide a mirror that is unbreakable Provide large, bright colored toys that make noise or have moving parts Play peek-a-boo Provide paper to tear Speak clearly Imitate words such as "mama" to facilitate learning of language Start naming parts of the body and the environment Use the word "no" INFREQUENTLY Use body movements and actions to teach language |
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