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Encourage two-way communication. When baby coos or babbles be sure to respond and take turns “talking.”

Helps baby learn that language goes back and forth.

Related Milestones

Listens and responds when spoken to

4–6 Months

Begins to use consonant sounds in babbling, e.g. “da, da, da”

4–6 Months

Uses babbling to get attention

4–6 Months

Related Abilities

Enjoys playful interactions with others (such as peek-a-boo)

Is vocalizing in response to playful interactions

Turns head toward sounds

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