Psychomotor development of 7-month-old babies, what can the baby do?
The psychomotor development of seven-month-old babies is characterized by progress in the coordination of movements. They can now sit without support and, from this position, bend over to pick up objects. This allows them a finer observation and exploration of their environment.
The calendar of development milestones is always indicative. Some babies acquire certain skills before others or develop one more quickly and another more slowly.
Premature babies, those born with low birth weight and those who have had problems in the first days/weeks of life may progress more slowly.
Gross motor skills of a 7-month-old baby
– Lying face down: roll easily to face up.
– Lying on his back: he grabs his feet and sucks his big toe. He turns around.
– Sitting without support: extends hands forward for support («parachute» reflex). Bends over to pick up objects.
– Holding him upright by the armpits: he jumps actively.
Hands of 7 month old baby
– Change a hand item.
– Grab the objects with the whole hand in a position called «lower pincer» that is, between the thumb and the little finger.
– Voluntarily releases objects.
Social relationship of the 7 month old baby
– Gets upset if left alone.
– He anticipates being hoisted up (throws out his arms).
– He reacts when he hears his name.
7 month old baby language
– Sílabas sueltas: «ta», «pa», «ga», «ca», «ma».
Feeding a seven month old baby
When it comes to feeding a seven-month-old baby, white and red meat are already beginning to be introduced. It is best to start by introducing him to white meat, such as chicken and turkey, and then later, when the child is used to the taste, gradually offer him red meat. All this without haste or stress.
Stimulation of the seven month old baby
In his seventh month of life, the baby sits in a more balanced way and shows determination when he wants a toy that is out of reach. She will try anyway to catch up with him. They look at pictures and illustrations in books or magazines. She will be interested in tearing up finer papers. At this stage, babies will fully enjoy social games such as «clapping their hands», looking in the mirror, playing to say her name, repeating what they say, etc. The baby will try to take everything she finds in her mouth: spoons, brushes, combs, books, etc. To stimulate a 7-month-old baby, it is necessary to respond to her crying and her needs with attention, patience and affection. The baby may become upset if left alone.