Virtual child infant

The infant years (0-4 months)
How does your baby’s physical, social/emotional and intellectual domain compare to the developmental
milestones patterns? Is it typical?
Developmental Answer (Your original Prove it Example
Domain thoughts)
Physical I feel she has shown Lost weight but gained it Cries to communicate pain,
positive signs and back. fear, discomfort or loneliness
presented only a couple
milestones. I was a little be Wakes when hungry, wet Reference: Ages and Stages:
worried because there were and cold. A brief over view
not much milestones being
presented. Drowsy during the day.

Stares at people.

Fussy after meals.
Reference: Virtual Child
Report
Social/Emotional I feel that Sif is a very Cooing. Babbles and coos.
quiet baby. She is only Reference: Virtual Child
communicates when she is Report Reference: Ages and Stages:
hungry, wet or cold A brief over view
Intellect Not many signs being Studies faces Cries to communicate pain,
shown for intellect. I feel fear discomfort, etc.
very worried. I wonder if Crying loud when hungry,
there are any concerns that wet or cold Follows moving objects or
should be checked out with person with eyes.
a doctor. Reference: Virtual Child
Report Reference: Ages and Stages:
A brief Overview


Developmental Domain Answer (Your original Prove it Example
thoughts)
Physical Compared to at 4 months Sif Bouts of diarrhea. Rhythm for feeding,
has shown a lot more sleeping and being
developmental milestones. Sleep problems. awake.

Less active. Raises arm into
Physical healthy. crawling.

Motor skills. Reference: Ages and
stages: A brief
Crawling, standing Overview
and sitting up
Reference: Virtual
Child Report

Social/Emotional It appears that Sif has a lot of Cries at daycare Cries in different ways
anxiety issues which is when I leave her. to say she is hurt, wet,
typical for a 5-8 month year hungry or lonely
old. Fears people.
Responds differently to
Attached to partner strangers and family
not me. members.

When upset she is Shows mild to severe
difficult to calm. anxiety at separation
from parent
Mild positive
reactions. Reference: Ages and
Reference: Virtual stages: A brief
Child Report Overview

Intellect Not much was present in this Recognize sleep Responds differently to
section made me think if Sif patterns. stranger and family
may or may not have autism members.
(Cognitive) two
steps ahead, Reference: Ages and
planning. Stages: A brief
Overview
Cautious towards
new people.
Reference: Virtual
Child Report


Developmental Domain Answer (Your original Prove it Example
thoughts)
Physical I was a bit confused on Loves grandparent’s
how Sif was afraid of dog.
other dogs but loved her
grandparent’s dogs. Throws toys out of crib.

References: Virtual
Child Report
Social/Emotional I am very amazed at Loves grandparents. Express fear of anxiety
Sif’s social towards strangers
development. There are Points at things.
things that are on par or Imitates adults actions
above average with each Says a few words.
other. Reference: Ages and
Okay with change. Stages: A brief
Overview
Cautious with people.

Happy/neutral.

Imitate words.

References: Virtual
Child Report
Intellect Sif is observed to have a Explores objects and Likes to place objects
high interest in playing places. inside another.
with objects and looking
at them. Good health despite Reference: Ages and
cold and ingestion. Stages: A brief
Overview
Baby sitter attachment.

References: Virtual
Child Report

The Infant years (Birth to 12 months Old)
Identify specific and health safety considerations that you will have to consider during the infant
years.
How will you address these issues?

1. Putting objects into mouth (mouthing)

Mouthing allows babies to explore objects. Infants examine objects by putting them into their mouths.
From big too soft to her items babies will have tendencies to put items in their mouths. Parents, guardians
and teachers should keep small, hard and sharp objects out of reach from infants.
(www.babyzone.com)

2. Attachment theory

It is important for an infant to have a tight bond between the mothers. This increases the babies’ chances
of surviving. That as well makes a dependable base for the infant to explore.
(www.psychology.about.com)

3. Infant Allergies

Allergies have been increasing year by year. Educators need to know the factors and triggers that cause
allergy reactions for each infant who may have allergies to steer clear of it (Pimento, page 185).
Educators also need to know how to deal with reactors when they are present. With many forms and types
of allergies it can be hard to avoid.
(Health Foundations in Early Childhood Setting page 185-186)

4. Poor Weight Gain

During the infant stage children put on the most weight and height. Parents and educators need to
acknowledge that if an infant is having trouble gaining weight it could be because of undernutrition or
medical problems. Poor weight gain can lead to frail immune systems, shorter than average height and
have difficulty learning. To help treat an poor weight infant the use of breast milk and formula powder
can be effective.
(http://www.uptodate.com)

5. Sleep

As an infant, sleeping is one of the hardest things to do. Infants need to sleep about 16 to 20 hours a day.
Initiating steady bedtime routines is important for a healthy baby.
(http://www.nichd.nih.gov)

The toddler years (2 year old)
Identify specific and health safety considerations that you will have to consider during the infant
years.
How will you address these issues?

1. Anxiety to strangers

When toddlers are meeting a new face for the first time they have tendencies to become anxious. During
their anxiety they may jump to get away from the individual or group or cry. In the toddlers early stages
when they are exploring they will come upon things that will go wrong. Eventually as the toddler
develops the anxiety towards strangers will disappear when they have matures and have control over their
feelings.

(http://www.babycenter.com/0_anxiety-in-toddlers_11551.bc)

2. Autism

It is important for parents to grasp early signs of autism. Taking a close notice to if the toddler is reaching
any of the developmental milestones. If the child isn’t reaching any of the milestones it does not
involuntarily mean the child has Autism. Parents and even educators can treat a toddler who has autism
by bonding to them with trust, self-awareness and learning.

(http://www.helpguide.org/mental/autism_signs_symptoms.htm)

3. Fine Motor Skills

Parents and educators need to assist in developing toddlers fine motor skills. For boys, especially. Some
parent may neglect fine motor skills such as hand and arm movements or scribbling and drawing. In
addition to developing fine motor skills reading and playing ball can help develop their gross motor skills
for extending their vocabulary and hand eye coordination.

(http://www.familiesonlinemagazine.com/child-development/two-years.html)

4. Television - Should toddlers watch television?

Parents and educators must know that the first 2 years of a child’s life is the most vital. During the toddler
stage is when the brain does most of the expanding. (Dowshen, 2011) It’s important to know that
television can get in the way of physical activity and academic subjects. Television can also allow
children to fear what they see and hear and toddlers can imitate whatever is being displayed on television.

(http://kidshealth.org/parent/positive/family/tv_affects_child.html)

5. New Sibling Arrival

Arrivals of a new sibling can cause a child to feel jealous, the child may act out or regress to old
behaviours. An addition to the home can change the family dynamics, particularly for the toddler. Ways
to help the child cope with having a new sibling before and after its arrival is by planning for the child to
adjust, knowing when and how you will tell and by having the toddler being involved in the change by
helping preparing for a new brother or sister.

(http://kidshealth.org/parent/emotions/feelings/sibling_prep.html
http://www.whattoexpect.com/toddler-behavior/new-sibling.aspx)

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Autism Symptoms and Early Signs: What to look for. (2011). Retrieved from www.helpguide.org:
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Duryea, T. K., & Motil, K. J. (n.d.). Poor weight gain in children older than two years of age. Retrieved from
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Preparing Your Child for a New Sibling. (2011, August). Retrieved from http://kidshealth.org:
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The Arrival of a Rival (A New Sibling). (n.d.). Retrieved from www.whattoexpect.com:
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Young, H. (n.d.). Retrieved from /www.babyzone.com:
http://www.babyzone.com/baby/teething_dental_care/article/mouthing-dangers-precautions

Pimento, B., & Kernested, D. (2010). Health Foundations in Early Childhood Settings. Nelson

Title: Virtual Child Part 1
Name: John Davis
Course: The Healthy Development of the Whole Child
Course Code: ECEP 103
Professor: Chris Cadeuix
Date: November 5th 2011

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