Approbation is a formal word for approval or praise. Approbation is like getting the nod in a big way. Politicians rely on the publicâs approbation to get elected. How is it possible that approbation means approval when probation is a form of being in trouble? Probation is a testing period, to see if you can be good. Approbation means it's all good. Or you can remember this rhyme: Filled with approbation, the audience gave a standing ovation.
Discomfort from separations in children from ages 8 to 14 months is normal. Children oftentimes get nervous or afraid of unfamiliar people and places but if the behavior still occurs after the age of 6 and if it lasts longer than four weeks, the child might have Separation Anxiety Disorder.
Colic occurs when a healthy baby cries for more than 3 hours a day at least 3 days per week for more than 3 weeks. Colic can start a few weeks after birth. It is worse between 4 and 6 weeks of age. Babies grow out of colic by the time they are 3 to 6 months old.