Ech205 Wk 2 Discussion

Post a total of 3 substantive responses over 2 separate days for full participation. This includes your initial post and 2 replies to classmates or your faculty member. Due Thursday The initial 3 stages of life are referred to as: • Newborn (birth through 3–4 weeks old) • Infancy (birth–12 months old) • Toddlerhood (1–3 years old) Children’s growth and development during these periods are quite significant. Respond to the following in a minimum of 175 words: • How might environmental influences affect newborn growth and development? Explain your answer and provide examples. • What are the similarities and differences in infants’ and toddlers’ physical, cognitive, and social development? Provide examples.