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May need head support May be gaining head control Uses sucking pattern from breast or bottle
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Sits with help or support On tummy, pushes up on arms with straight elbows Moves pureed food forward and backward in mouth with tongue to swallow
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Sits independently Picks up and holds small objects in hands Reaches for food or spoon when hungry Uses upper lip to help clear food off of spoon
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Crawls with stomach off the floor May pull self up to stand Begins to self-feed with fingers Begins to use jaw to mash food
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Stands alone and begins to walk alone Feeds self easily with fingers Begins to use fork and spoon Bites through a variety of textures
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Runs well without falling Chews more skillfully and efficiently Mastering use of spoon and fork Sits in booster seat or child seat at family meals
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Healthy eating is the best gift you can give your growing baby. While you always need a variety of nutrients, some are especially important when you're pregnant. Why are these nutrients so important for you and your baby? Take this quick quiz to find out.
It's okay if you don't get extra calcium during pregnancy. Your body has enough for both you and your baby.
Iron needs are high during pregnancy because of an increase in your body's blood volume.
You only need to worry about B12 if you're a vegetarian.
Getting enough folate is only important before you get pregnant.
You'll need Vitamin B6 for your baby's growth and development.
When you're expecting, extra vitamin C can help your body absorb more iron.
Zinc is more important for men than for you.