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Milestones: Red Flags to Watch For
While young children can reach milestones at different ages, the CDC says you should talk to your doctor and consider an early-intervention evaluation if your child displays any of these signs or has a dramatic loss of skills.
Toys That Encourage Talking
The process of language development starts at home, and it can be fun, too. We found great toys that teach little ones how to talk and help expand their vocabulary. Check out our picks to find the perfect one for your child.
Activities for Language Development: 0-3 Months
Jen Meyers and Jamie Loehr, M.D., authors of "Raising Your Child," say it is never to early to start working on your baby's language development. Try these easy activities to encourage Baby's language comprehension.
Growth and Development Milestones: 4-7 Months
The American Academy of Pediatrics has identified important milestones for babies age 4 months through 7 months. We've included fun and easy ways to help your baby reach these key developmental markers, plus helpful information new parents should know.
Toddler Milestones 12-17 Months
Your toddler is constantly developing and reacting to the world around him. With such quick development, every day is a new adventure. We outline some of the most exciting milestones so you know what to expect.
Growth & Development Milestones: 1-3 Months
The American Academy of Pediatrics has identified important milestones for babies ages 1 month through 3 months. We've included fun and easy ways to help your newborn reach these key developmental markers, plus helpful information new parents should know.
Growth & Development Milestones: 8-12 Months
The American Academy of Pediatrics has identified important milestones for babies ages 8 months through 1 year old. We've included fun and easy ways to help your baby reach these key developmental markers plus helpful information new parents should know.
Timeline to Walking and Beyond
While each baby develops at her own pace, here's what you can generally expect as she starts down the path to becoming a walker. Find outwhen she'll take her first steps and get a sneak peek at all the other amazing ways your little one will navigate her world.
Speech Delays: When to Worry
While it's true every child develops on her own timeline, delays in specific milestones such as talking can leave many parents wondering, "Is my child on schedule?" Here are some answers to your baby-development questions.
Your Baby's Remarkable First Year
The moment they emerge from the womb, babies are observing, absorbing, and gearing up to take on the world. Here's a peek at the wonders in store as the months go by.
Language Milestones
In the first part of the year, your little one will acquire words for key objects and people. Later in the year, her language development will explode and begin to include combinations of words.
