Developmental Stages of Hearing

Blinks or jumps when there is a sudden, loud noise

Quiets or smiles when spoken to

Makes sounds like “ohh” and “ahh”

Turns head toward loud sounds

Understands “no-no” or “bye-bye”

Babbles, for example “ba-ba”, “ma-ma” and “ga-ga”

Repeats simple words and sounds you make

Correctly uses “ma-ma” or “da-da”

Responds to singing or music

Points to favorite toys and objects when asked