Important Milestones in Baby and Young Child Development

When we think about how babies and young kids grow and learn, there are some key things to notice. Here are some important milestones:

• Motor Skills:

  • By 6 months, babies start to babble, making sounds like "ba-ba" or "da-da."
  • Around 8 to 10 months, they begin crawling.
  • By the time they reach 12 months, many babies can walk on their own.

• Cognitive Development:

  • At about 8 months, babies understand object permanence. This means they know that things still exist, even when they can’t see them.
  • Many babies say their first words around 12 months.

• Social-Emotional Growth:

  • Between 6 and 8 months, babies start to show attachment to their parents or caregivers.
  • By age 2, they begin to show signs of empathy, meaning they can understand how others might feel.

These milestones are really exciting to watch as babies grow!