Infant Development

1st Year Growth

You're probably wondering about infant development and growth stages in your baby and when he or she should be talking, walking and when to start giving solid food.

It is not unusual for an infant to "not fit" into the timeline set by this website or other resources. These times are approximations and observations concerning the average infant. Don't be too concerned if your baby doesn't develop exactly as suggested.

If you have concerns regarding your baby's growth and development, talk with your pediatrician about your concerns. Read more below:

Babies First Year

Your baby's first year is an important stage of development. The areas of growth span from gaining control of the muscles to the development of the psyche. By the end of these first twelve months, your child will begin to walk, understand ideas such as object permanence, and begin to teeth. See table below:

1st Year Baby Development Growth Chart

1 MONTH	Neck muscles develop for lifting head
2 MONTHS	Lifts head and neck without help Blows bubbles Smiles Coos
3 MONTHS	Squeals Sucks on hands
4 MONTHS	Put things into month Able to roll over Teething Responds to own name
5 MONTHS	Sit without outside support for a short while
6 MONTHS	Get into a crawl position (rocking motion) Object Permanence Attachment to parents
7 MONTHS	Bounces in place Hold their own bottles Understands tones Begin to crawl
8 MONTHS	Stands and holds onto table or wall
9 MONTHS	Understands simple questions Speaks with short words Walks with objects for support
10 MONTHS	Learns to walk without support Babbles
11 MONTHS	Rambles sentences of nonsense Drinks and eats without help
12 MONTHS	Shows ability to be patient