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AAMA CMA Practice Question

During a well-child visit, a mother expresses concern that her 9-month-old infant has not begun babbling yet. Based on your knowledge of developmental milestones, how would you best address her concern?

  • Reassure the mother that children develop at their own pace, but recommend monitoring the infant's communication development and considering further assessment if no progress is made in the coming months.

  • Inform the mother that babbling is typically expected by the first birthday, and there is likely no need for concern until this milestone deadline has passed.

  • Advise the mother that it is perfectly normal for a 9-month-old infant not to babble, as some children skip this stage completely while having an otherwise healthy development.

  • Recommend immediate audiological testing to rule out hearing loss, as not babbling at 9 months is always indicative of a hearing disability.

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