Developmental Milestones: Hearing in Infants

What are the developmental milestones related to an infant's hearing?

Put the following developmental milestones related to an infant's hearing in correct chronological order:

• Startles in response to a loud sound or sudden noise
• Smiles or coos in response to familiar voices
• Turns head toward the source of a sound
• Recognizes and responds to their own name
• Imitates simple sounds or words
• Understands and follows simple spoken instructions

Developmental Milestones Related to an Infant's Hearing

The correct chronological order of developmental milestones related to an infant's hearing is as follows:

1. Startles in response to a loud sound or sudden noise
2. Smiles or coos in response to familiar voices
3. Turns head toward the source of a sound
4. Recognizes and responds to their own name
5. Imitates simple sounds or words
6. Understands and follows simple spoken instructions

These milestones indicate the progression of an infant's hearing abilities from basic reflexes to more advanced auditory processing.

As infants grow and develop, their ability to hear and interpret sound plays a crucial role in their cognitive and social development. It is important for caregivers and parents to be aware of these milestones to ensure proper monitoring and support for the infant's hearing development.