What to Expect by Age
Every child grows at their own pace.
Milestones are things most children can do by a certain age. They are a helpful guide, not a test.
Here are a few things you might see, with a full checklist you can keep at home.
Questions? Call us today or schedule an appointment with our pediatrician.
Click the above image to download our Milestone Moments Checklist.
Newborn (0 to 3 months)
Looks at faces and follows movement with their eyes
Begins to smile at people
Responds to sounds
Calms when held or comforted
Infant (3 to 12 months)
Babbles and makes sounds
Knows familiar people
Begins to sit, crawl, or pull up to stand
Shows attachment to caregivers, and may be shy with strangers
Toddler (1 to 3 years)
Says words and short phrases
Walks, climbs, and explores
Shows feelings and wants to do things “by myself”
Begins to name feelings, tests limits, and looks for comfort during big emotions
Keep track at home
Download our Milestone Moments checklist and keep it nearby
Check off what your child can do, and bring it to their next checkup.
If your child is not doing some of these, or loses a skill they had, talk to your doctor. Acting early helps.
See the full milestone lists
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