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By 42 weeks, many babies can confidently use a pincer grasp to feed themselves. Christopher Klunk, M.D., a board-certified neonatologist at Pediatrix® Neonatology of Texas, said this stage reflects growing independence, even if it seems messy. "At this age, we see them have more opinions and want to do more of it themselves," said Dr. Klunk. "They may turn away from food they don't like, spit it out or push it away,” he said. “Doing more on their own can look like reaching for utensils, raking food with their fingers, putting bites in their own mouth and playing with their food.”
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