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Babies Being With Others

Babies Being with Others

• Babies learn from everyone around them. They need people so they can learn how to express their feelings.
• Babies like human faces and voices and soon recognize their parents.
• Babies quickly learn how to get attention by holding up their arms and wriggling. They love playing games with adults.
• Many parents think about returning to work when their child is about eight months old. At about this age some babies are nervous and don't like meeting or being left with new people. They may become upset. This stage will pass!
• Provide toys that help your child feel good about their abilities. Take note of suggested ages on packaging as toys made for older children may leave infants and toddlers frustrated. From nine months babies love feeling successful, especially when you tell them and encourage them.
• At around 12 months babies may like being with other babies and toddlers. Some babies may take a little longer to feel comfortable with other children.

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