Some infants are very quiet and sleep a lot. Other infants are very active. Accepting these differences will make it easier to take care of infants and help them grow and develop. This fact sheet lists characteristics of most infants. Remember that all infants are different and reach the various stages at different times.
All age ranges given are approximate.
Remember that there is no perfect family day care provider. Sometimes you won't know what to do. That is all right. Trust your own judgment and stick to it. Learn as much as you can about infants.