Fisher-Price - Parenting Guide - Growing & Learning


		Now baby's senses are in high gear and begin to work together as a way to learn about the world, so be sure to provide plenty of sensory-stimulating experiences. The most amazing thing about your baby's development at this stage is seeing social skills emerge ... any day, you'll be rewarded with that first real smile!

She smiles directly at people and expects to be given her turn in "conversations."

She can locate a sound in front of her, but not one behind.

She can learn that one event follows another.

She kicks and waves her arms when she is excited.

She learns to make things happen.

When your baby's feet press against a solid surface, she stretches out her legs. This is called the "walking reflex." Use this reflex to help your baby practice for crawling. continued ...
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			I've tried to help stimulate my 2-month-old developmentally through age-appropriate toys, but she only seems interested in the ceiling fan! Is there something wrong?

			Many parents don't try hard enough; I think you've been trying too hard. It is perfectly normal for her to be interested in the ceiling fan. Try turning it off and noticing what she does continued ...

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