Infancy

usgb/ˈɪnfənsi/
noun

The time in your life when you are a very young child.

During her infancy, she lived in a small village.
Visual representation of "infancy" - The time in your life when you are a very young child.

Often appears as...

  • early infancy
  • during infancy
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Growth Stages

Refers to early human stages, preceding toddler age; not used for older children.

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Her motor skills were impressive even in infancy.
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Parental Bonding

Often involves discussion on parental care or child development themes.

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Attachment between mother and child can form during infancy.
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Developmental Phases

Used in the context of milestones or health, such as walking and talking.

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Babies usually begin speaking simple words in late infancy.
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