Wave Hello

Responds to simple directions, e.g. “Come here”

10–12 Months

Pays attention to where you are looking and pointing

10–12 Months

Begins using hand movements to communicate wants and needs, e.g. reaches to be picked up

10–12 Months

Is comforted by cuddling and a parent’s touch (10-12 months)

Has grown accustomed to everyday sounds and is usually not startled by them (10-12 months)

Is generally happy when not hungry or tired (10-12 months)

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