Baby Milestone Chart: Tracking Your Baby’s Development Big 4

From that first precious smile to mastering the art of crawling, your baby’s physical development is a marvel to behold. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, by age 1, most babies should be able to sit up independently, roll over, and even stand with support. Keep an eye out for milestones like grasping objects with their hands, pinching small objects, and eventually picking up small items with their thumb and forefinger – these are all signs of healthy physical development.

As your baby’s brain starts firing on all cylinders, you’ll notice them becoming increasingly curious about the world around them. By six months, most babies should be able to recognize familiar faces, respond to their names, and even show signs of separation anxiety. Pay close attention to milestones like tracking moving objects with their eyes, reaching for objects, and imitating simple gestures – these are all signs of a growing cognitive capacity.