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???? Neftaly Guide: Preparing Baby’s First Social Milestones

???? 0–3 Months: Building Trust Through Bonding

Milestones:

• Makes eye contact
• Smiles in response to voices or faces
• Calms when comforted by a caregiver

How to Support:

• Hold baby often and respond to cries promptly
• Talk, sing, and make eye contact during feeding or diaper changes
• Mimic their facial expressions gently

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???? 4–6 Months: Social Smiles and Reactions

Milestones:

• Smiles spontaneously
• Starts to laugh
• Enjoys social play (peek-a-boo)

How to Support:

• Introduce short, fun interactions with family
• Encourage turn-taking in play
• Use toys with faces or mirrors to reinforce recognition

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???? 7–9 Months: Stranger Awareness

Milestones:

• May show fear around strangers
• Recognizes familiar people
• Shows interest in other babies

How to Support:

• Provide a safe space with familiar caregivers
• Allow baby to warm up slowly to new people
• Arrange brief playdates or park visits to observe others

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???? 10–12 Months: Expressing Emotions

Milestones:

• Shows preferences for people and toys
• Imitates gestures like waving
• Develops separation anxiety

How to Support:

• Use names when referring to people
• Teach simple gestures (waving, clapping)
• Comfort consiste