Development of Infants in the First Year

This set of flashcards covers key vocabulary and definitions related to infant development during the first year of life.

Milestones

Describes general patterns of achievement at various stages, often referred to as norms.

Cognitive Development

Refers to the major aspects of mental growth during the first year of life.

Pincer Grasp

A fine motor skill well-established by 1 year of age, allowing a child to pick up smaller objects.

Separation Anxiety

A developmental stage where infants exhibit distress when separated from caregivers.

Sucking Reflex

A reflex essential for feeding where sucking brings comfort and relief from tension in infants.

Parachute Reflex

Appears around 7 to 9 months as a protective mechanism allowing infants to brace themselves during a fall.

Self-soothing

Behaviors that infants learn to calm themselves back to sleep when they wake up.

Nutrition Counseling

Guidance on the dietary needs of infants, including breastfeeding, formula feeding, and solid food introduction.

Weaning

The gradual process of transitioning an infant from breastfeeding or bottle-feeding to solid foods.

Cognitive Processing

The development of thought processes and perceptual abilities through sensory stimulation.