Developmental Guide
Important actions such as taking a first step, smiling for the first time, and waving “bye bye” are called developmental milestones. Children reach milestones in how they play, learn, speak, behave, and move (crawling, walking, etc.).
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Important Milestones: By the End of Three Months
Babies develop at their own pace, so it's impossible to tell exactly when your child will learn a given skill. The developmental milestones listed below will give you a general idea of the changes you can expect, but don't be alarmed if your own babies development takes a slightly different course.
Social and Emotional:
Begins to develop a social smile. Enjoys playing with other people and may cry when playing stops. Becomes more expressive and communicates more with face and body. Imitates some movements and facial expressions.
Movement:
Raises head and chest when lying on stomach. Supports upper body with arms when lying on stomach. Stretches legs out and kicks when lying on stomach or back. Opens and shuts hands. Pushes down on legs when feet are placed on a firm surface. Brings hand to mouth. Takes swipes at dangling objects with hands. Grasps and shakes hand toys.
Vision:
Watches faces intently. Follows moving objects. Recognizes familiar objects and people at a distance. Starts using hands and eyes in coordination.
Hearing and Speech:
Smiles at the sound of your voice. Begins to babble Begins to imitate some sounds. Turns head toward direction of sound.
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Important Milestones: By the End of Seven Months:
Babies develop at their own pace, so it's impossible to tell exactly when your child will learn a given skill. The developmental milestones listed below will give you a general idea of the changes you can expect, but don't be alarmed if your own baby's development takes a slightly different course.