Oklahoma Parents as Teachers

Six Months Old

Language Development
* Squeals in a high-pitched voice
*Looks in direction of our voice when you
are gone
*Begins to make simple sounds
*Makes grunting and growling noises

Social/Emotional Development
*May show signs of stranger anxiety
*Gets attention by making a variety of
noises
*Tries to touch reflection in mirror
*Enjoys turn-taking games of sounds

Intellectual Development
*Begins to understand cause-and-
effect relationships
*Bangs toys on hard surfaces
*Looks for toys when drop out of
sight
*Explores the world with all 5 senses

Motor Development
*Reaches for small objects
*Begins to sit alone
*Transfers objects from one hand
to the other
*Rolls, scoots or drags body on the
floor to move

Other Great Tips:
*Your baby may begin to get some teeth between six and ten months. These are a few signs to look for: drooling, fussiness, swollen and tender gums, urge to chew, low-grade fever

*Safety proof your home. Your baby is becoming more mobile and will try to open drawers and doors.

*Look for safety hazards such as dangling electrical cords, uncovered outlets, unlocked cabinets and drawers, and breakable items on low shelves.

*For more information on safety, visit http://www.oksafekids.org

Parenting Tip:

Take care of your back! do not bend from the waist to pick up your baby. Lower yourself by bending at the knees using the muscles in your legs. Remember to never twist your waist and head at the same time. For more tips on protecting your back, visit http://www.pp.okstate.edu/ehs/links/back.html.

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