Child Development: Chapter 12 New Parents, New Baby

Newborns will likely sleep less than 12 hours daily.

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Breast-feeding or formula-feeding takes little time because newborns eat just a few ounces.

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Newborns learn through sensory experiences and motor activities.

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A newborn develops different cries to send messages about his or her needs.

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Personal time for sitting, physical activity, and napping is time poorly spent for new parents.

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Balancing career and family life is an easy task for new parents.

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During the nurturing stage, parents often bond while cuddling and soothing their baby.

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Loving parents who provide consistent care help their newborn develop trust.

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The childbearing stage of the family life cycle lasts until delivery.

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Because the newborn is small, parenting is exciting and easy for parents.

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