Infants grow at a very rapid rate during the first one and a half years of life. Developing not only physically, but mentally, emotionally, and socially as well, this development has been evident in providing a strong background for further development in life. Physical development refers to a baby’s increasing skill at utilizing various body parts. During development, there are three basic developmental rules: “Rule one states, that baby’s develop in the head …showed first 75 words of 1997 total…

…showed last 75 words of 1997 total…development, are low birth weight, prematurity, and drug use. Birth weight is an important factor associated with an infant’s overall development and health. Children who were born under 5 ½ pounds are more likely to have serious medical problems and to also have developmental delays. In conclusion, a baby’s development is very important for a strong healthy life. Without the care and responsibility needed for a child to develop this can effect them for life.