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| Definition | The developmental milestones record - 12 months refers to the skills and physiologic growth markers regarded as having particular importance to 12 month-old children. |
| Alternative Names | Normal childhood growth milestones - 12 months; Growth milestones for children - 12 months; Childhood growth milestones - 12 months |
| Information | Physical and motor development: Weight should have tripled Height should have increased by 50% over birth length The head circumference should equal that of the chest May have 6 to 8 teeth The anterior fontanel (the front soft spot on the head) should be almost closed Disappearance of Babinski reflex May walk independently or with the support of one hand Can sit down without help Tries to build a tower out of 2 blocks Turns through pages of a book by flipping many at a time Sensory and cognitive development: Follows a fast moving object Has control over response to sounds Comprehends several words Can say mamma, papa and at least two other words Comprehends simple commands Tries to imitate animal sounds Associates names with objects Searches for objects that are hidden, but unable to consider alternative locations May develop attachment to a toy or object Experiences separation anxiety and may cling to parents May make brief exploratory journeys away from parents in familiar settings Play: Provide the infant with picture books Provide the infant with different stimuli Go to the mall (people) Go to the zoo (animals) Play ball Build vocabulary by reading and naming people and objecting in the environment Teach hot and cold through play Provide large toys that can be pushed to encourage walking |
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