- Birth cry – Occurs after birth as the newborn's lungs expand
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- Relaxation – Exhibits relaxed hands without mouth movements
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- Awakening – Exhibits small movements of the head and shoulders
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- Activity – Exhibits mouthing, suckling, and rooting movements
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- Rest – Has periods of rest between any stage
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- Crawling – Approaches the breast with short periods of action, reaching the breast and nipple
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- Familiarization – Licks the nipple, touches and massages the breast
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- Suckling – Attaches and suckles
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- Sleep – Falls into restful sleep
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