What’s It Like To Be 10 Months Old?

• I don’t like being away from you.
• I crawl upstairs and downstairs but always need your help to do
  it safely.
• I pull myself up to stand if there is sturdy furniture to hold on to.
• I sit down from a standing position with balance and self-control.
• I point to parts of my body when you ask me where they are.
• I say “no” and shake my head from side to side.
• I know when you are happy or unhappy with what I do.
• I like to imitate people, gestures and sounds.
• I practice saying words. Sometimes you can understand what I’m
  saying.
• I have favorite toys that give me comfort when I’m upset.
• I’m afraid of some loud noises, like thunder and the vacuum cleaner.
• I like to do things by myself but need you to stay close to me in case
  I need help.
• I have some teeth and need help cleaning them.
• I fuss when I’m tired. Sometimes it’s hard for me to fall asleep.
• I rely on you to understand what my different cries and sounds mean.
• I like trying new foods that I can feed myself.

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