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Stages of Development> Babyhood

Topics

Introduction
Main Features of Babyhood
Real-Life Application
Key Points: Babyhood

CISCE: Class 12

Introduction

Babyhood begins from the third week after birth and continues until two years of age. This period is known as the age of helplessness because babies rely on others for everything.

CISCE: Class 12

Main Features of Babyhood

1. Total Dependence

Babies need help for feeding, sleeping, cleaning, bathing, urination, and dressing up.
Caregivers must look after babies so they feel safe and comfortable.

2. Toilet Training

During babyhood, children begin learning toilet habits.
Parents help babies understand when and how to use the toilet.

3. Learning Independence

By the end of two years, children start using their muscles and learn to eat, drink, walk, dress, and play on their own.
Many children like doing these things themselves and ask their parents to let them try.

CISCE: Class 12

Real-Life Application

The author’s grandson, at the age of two, wanted to eat with a spoon, drink from a glass, and pick out his own clothes, shoes, toys, and games.
He liked to do everything by himself and didn’t let others help.

CISCE: Class 12

Key Points: Babyhood

Babyhood (3 weeks–2 years) is called the age of helplessness, as babies fully depend on others.
They learn toilet habits and begin gaining independence in walking, eating, and dressing.
By age 2, many children want to do things on their own, like eating or choosing clothes.