Milestones by 2 months
Respond warmly and enthusiastically when your baby makes sounds or movements. Smile, talk, and show excitement to encourage early communication.
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Track your child's growth from infancy through early childhood.
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Select an age group below to learn about typical developmental milestones and helpful tips.
Milestones by 4 months
Talk, read, and sing to your baby often. These moments help with bonding and early language skills.
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Milestones by 6 months
Talk, read, and sing to your baby daily to help them learn new sounds and words.
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Milestones by 9 months
Talk, sing, and read to your baby every day—use different tones, expressions, and gestures to keep it engaging.
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Milestones by 12 months
Encourage your baby to move by placing toys slightly out of reach.
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Milestones by 15 months
Talk, sing, and read to your toddler every day to build early language skills.
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Milestones by 18 months
Talk, read, and sing with your toddler daily to help build language and connection.
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Milestones by 2 years
Talk, sing, and read to your toddler every day to encourage language and bonding.
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Milestones by 30 months
Encourage free play where your child can explore, imagine, and solve problems.
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Milestones by 3 years
Talk, read, and sing together every day to boost language and curiosity.
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Milestones by 4 years
Encourage your child to play with others to build social and sharing skills.
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Milestones by 5 years
Read together every day and ask your child questions about the story.
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These milestones are general guidelines based on typical child development. If you have concerns about your child's development, talk with your pediatrician.