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Infant Milestones and Care: By 12 Months
Infant Milestones and Care: By 12 MonthsAs your baby grows, they will have a lot of “firsts”—their first smile, first laugh, first steps. These are calleddevelopmental milestones. And they can help you tell if your baby is healthy and growing up well.Keep in mind, milestones are not fixed. All babies develop at their own pace. But by knowing the milestones,you can spot a problem early if it arises. Follow this checklist to recognize milestones.By 12 months of age, most children will do the following: Say “mama” and “dada.” Pause or stop when you say“no.” Look for things you hide, like a toy.DO: Walk using furniture for support.DO: Use their thumb and pointer finger to pick things up.DO NOT: Wait to talk with your child’s healthcare provider if your baby does not do these things. Also note ifyour baby: Does not play games with you, such as pat-a-cake; Does not wave goodbye; Has trouble drinkingfrom a cup without a lid; Does not put things inside containers, like a toy in a bowl; Does not pull themselvesup to stand.These could be signs of a delay in development. Your child’s healthcare provider can test your baby’s progress.In most cases, missing a milestone turns out not to be a problem. But being vigilant can help you act on anyconcerns quickly. Follow this checklist to make sure your baby grows up healthy and happy.Page 1 ofThis program is for informational purposes only. Publisher disclaims all guarantees regarding the accuracy, completeness,or suitability of this video for medical decision making. For all health related issues please contact your healthcare provider.© The Wellness Network
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