Milestones by 2 months
Respond warmly and enthusiastically when your baby makes sounds or movements. Smile, talk, and show excitement to encourage early communication.
Developmental Milestones
Track your child's growth from infancy through early childhood
Choose Your Child's Age
Select an age group below to learn about typical developmental milestones and get helpful tips for supporting your child's growth.
Milestones by 4 months
Talk, read, and sing to your baby often. These moments help with bonding and early language skills.
Milestones by 6 months
Talk, read, and sing to your baby daily to help them learn new sounds and words.
Milestones by 9 months
Talk, sing, and read to your baby every day—use different tones, expressions, and gestures to keep it engaging.
Milestones by 12 months
Encourage your baby to move by placing toys slightly out of reach.
Milestones by 15 months
Talk, sing, and read to your toddler every day to build early language skills.
Milestones by 18 months
Talk, read, and sing with your toddler daily to help build language and connection.
Milestones by 2 years
Talk, sing, and read to your toddler every day to encourage language and bonding.
Milestones by 30 months
Encourage free play where your child can explore, imagine, and solve problems.
Milestones by 3 years
Talk, read, and sing together every day to boost language and curiosity.
Milestones by 4 years
Encourage your child to play with others to build social and sharing skills.
Milestones by 5 years
Read together every day and ask your child questions about the story.
Every Child Develops at Their Own Pace
These milestones are general guidelines based on typical child development. Children reach milestones at different times, and that's perfectly normal. Some may achieve certain skills earlier, while others may take a bit longer.
If you have concerns about your child's development, talk with your pediatrician. They can provide personalized guidance and support for your family's unique journey.