Developmental milestones record - 2 months
Alternative names:
childhood growth milestones - 2 months; growth milestones for children - 2 months; normal childhood growth milestones - 2 months
Information:
Definition:
Skills and physiologic growth markers regarded as having particular relevance for 2 month-old infants.
Growth and development of a 2-month-old:
Physical and motor:- weight gain between 1 lb. 4 oz. and 1 lb. 12 oz.
- height gain of 2 inches
- a 1-inch increase of head circumference
- closure of posterior fontanel
- doll's eye reflex, dance reflex, grasp reflex, and crawling reflex disappearing
- hands are frequently open
- less head lag
- when on stomach, able to lift head almost 45 degrees
- decreased flexion of extremities while on stomach
Sensory and cognitive:- searches to locate sounds
- head turns from side to side with auditory stimulation at the level of the ear
- beginning to visually fix on close objects
- crying becomes differentiated
- coos
- vocal response to familiar voices
- smiles in response to stimuli
Play:- toys and objects should be bright colors
- the room should be bright with pictures and mirrors
- use rattles and wind chimes
- expose the baby to auditory stimuli outside those of the home
- take the baby for rides in the car
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