As your baby nears his first birthday, his awareness of surroundings continues to develop. Find out which developmental milestones you should be looking out for between 9 and 12 months:
Developmental milestones include:
- He can see and is interested in small objects which he reaches out for
- He looks in the right direction for objects that he has dropped
- He starts to examine objects closely before putting them in his mouth
Signs that suggest a developmental problem:
- He isn't curious about new objects
All children are different and develop at different rates, so don't be overly concerned if your baby is acquiring new skills at a different rate to those around her. But if you are worried about her development, talk to a health professional for a little reassurance.
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Last revised: Friday, 27 May 2011
This article contains general information only and is not intended to replace advice from a qualified health professional.