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A guideline to your babies reaction to sounds

A guideline to your babies reaction to sounds
A guideline to your babies reaction to sounds

Newborn

Is startled by a sudden loud noise such as a hand clap or a door slamming. Blinks or opens eyes widely to such sounds, stops sucking or starts to cry.

Newborn to 1 month

Starts to notice sudden prolonged sounds like the noise of a vacuum cleaner and may turn towards the noise. Pauses and listens to the noises when they begin.

1 to 4 months

Quietens or smiles to the sounds of a familiar voice even when unable to see speaker and turns eyes or head towards voice. Shows excitement at sounds e.g. voices, footsteps etc.

4 to 7 months

Turns immediately to familiar voices across the room or to very quiet noises made on each side, if not too occupied with other things.

7 to 9 months

Listens attentively to familiar everyday sounds and searches for very quiet sounds made out of sight.

9 to 12 months

Shows some response to own name. May also respond to expressions like ‘no’ and ‘bye-bye’ even when no accompanying gesture can be seen.

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These life stages aim to illustrate the thoughtful consideration given to the evolving healthcare needs of individuals at different points in their lives. By aligning medical aid benefits with these life stages, we ensure that our members receive targeted and effective healthcare support throughout their journey.

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