Month 7

Common reactions: joy, anger¹²

May fear strangers¹⁴

Begins to show humor (teases)¹⁴

Shows desire to be included in social interactions¹⁴

Distinguishes friendly and angry talking¹⁴

Wriggles in anticipation of play¹⁴

Reaches out to be picked up⁶

Notices and protests when caregiver prepares to leave⁸⁴