Your baby’s development in the first month: • Stares at objects for short periods of time, but he still doesn’t try to grab them. • Sees objects that are close to him, although he is limited to certain colors. • He eats between 5 and 7 seven times a day, and up to 12 times, if breastfeeding. • He likes to sleep a lot...

Your baby’s development in the second month: • She lifts her head slightly. • She shows interest in facial expressions. • She can smile. • She fixes her gaze on a person and can follow her with her eyes.

Your baby’s development in the third month: • She can see static objects more clearly and follows moving objects. • When she is lying on her back, she can lift her head slightly. • She holds and shakes objects with her hands. • She puts her hands in her mouth.

Your baby’s development in the fourth month: • Holds his head up on his own. • Can sit down if propped up. • Sleeps up to six hours straight. • Recognizes your voice and starts to understand language. • Grasps and holds objects.

Your baby’s development in the fifth month: • Lifts her head and chest when she is on her belly. • She can reach for and grab things when she sees them. • Discovers the different body parts and can clasp her hands together. • Cries, laughs and smiles to call attention.

Your baby’s development in the sixth month: • Holds his head. • Can stand up if you hold his hands. • Makes noises like “aa-aa-aa”, “ee-ee-ee” or “uu-uu-uu.” • Can sit on his own and turn over when lying down. • His first tooth may make its appearance.

Your baby’s development in the seventh month: • Can feed himself with his hands. • Babbles, shouts and repeats sounds. • Rocks himself back and forth, creeps or crawls. • Can drink out of a cup with your help.

Your baby’s development in the eighth month: • Is strong enough to pull up and stand up by himself. • Understands simple instructions and responds to his name. • Shakes, bangs or throws objects. • Has a regular sleeping schedule.

Your baby’s development in the ninth month: • Uses the pincer grasp to pick up objects. • Crawls and can also try to crawl up stairs. • Tries to walk. • Responds to her name being called. • Begins to eat with a spoon, unassisted.

The baby’s development in the tenth month • May try to take her first steps • Can stand up on her own. • Can climb on chairs and crawl up stairs. • Responds to simple requests. • Says “ma-ma” or “pa-pa” when she sees you.

The baby’s development in the eleventh month • Some babies can already walk by now. • He can relate an object to its name. • Imitates others. • Uses gesture to express himself. • Understands the word ‘no.’ • Waves goodbye and claps. • Feels safe and comfortable with a routine.

The baby’s development in the twelfth month • He is always busy with something and always on the move. • Can already do certain activities on his own. • Takes pride in doing things for himself. • Shows affection.