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Physical development
Developmental milestones: crawling
Crawling is probably the first way your baby will get moving. She may start by shuffling around on her tummy (known as the commando crawl). Find out how your baby learns to move!
Baby developmental milestones chart: 1 to 6 months
Baby developmental milestones chart: 7 to 12 months
Developmental milestones: rolling over
Developmental milestones: sitting
See all in Physical developmentYour baby's development month by month
Baby development: your newborn
Your newborn is rapidly adjusting to his new surroundings. Find out if your baby is growing normally and what you can do to give his development a gentle boost.
Baby development: your 1 month old
Baby development: your 2 month old
Milestones of your baby’s first year: photos
A second a day: baby's first year (video)
See all in Your baby's development month by monthYour baby's senses
Can I help my baby’s senses develop through play?
Everyday activities such as playtime, nappy changing and feeding are a great opportunity to develop your baby’s sense of touch, smell, hearing, sight and taste.
Developmental milestones: sight
Developmental milestones: hearing
Why does my baby put everything in her mouth?
My husband and I have short-sightedness (myopia), will my child also need glasses?
See all in Your baby's sensesSocial and emotional development
My baby doesn't smile yet. What's wrong?
Developmental milestones: socialisation
Developmental milestones: separation and independence
From TV to toys: what makes girls into girls and boys into boys
How to help your child grow up happy
See all in Social and emotional developmentLearning and communication
Inside a child's mind: a visual guide
Baby signing: teaching your baby to sign
Developmental milestones: talking 0-12 months
How your baby learns new things
Reading to your baby: when to start and how to do it
See all in Learning and communicationYour baby's growth
Baby growth spurts
Wondering if your baby is having a growth spurt? Find out the top signs of growth spurts, how long they last, and what you can do to help your baby through them.
Baby boys' growth chart: 0 to 12 months
Baby girls' growth chart: 0 to 12 months
When will my premature baby catch up on development?
Growth charts: understanding the results
See all in Your baby's growthYour child's timeline: when milestones happen
Your child's walking timeline
Want to know when your baby will take his first steps? From crawling and bottom shuffling to solo steps, here's our guide.
Your child's sleep and naps timeline
Your child's teething timeline
See all in Your child's timeline: when milestones happenTrack your baby’s development
