Your Baby's
6 - 9 MONTHS TIPS
Every baby grows at their own pace.
Here are some common things parents worry about
between 3-6 months and what you can do.
Every baby grows at their own pace.
Starting
Solids
Baby is exploring new
tastes, textures and
ways of eating.
Helpful feeding tips
- Offer age-appropriate foods in safe textures and sizes.
- Introduce new foods gradually and let baby explore at their own pace.
- Continue milk feeds alongside complementary foods.
- Offer a variety of tastes and textures over time.
- Always supervise baby closely during meals.
Crawling &
Movement
Baby may be sitting,
scooting or starting
to explore on the move.
What you can do
- Give baby plenty of safe floor time every day.
- Place toys nearby to encourage reaching and movement.
- Let baby practise sitting, turning and moving naturally.
- Some babies crawl early, some later and some may skip crawling.
- Avoid comparing baby's movement with other babies.
Sleep &
Routine
A familiar daily rhythm
can help baby know
what comes next.
Helpful sleep tips
- Keep naps and bedtime routines calm and predictable.
- Watch for baby's sleepy cues instead of relying only on the clock.
- New skills such as crawling may temporarily affect sleep.
- Keep nighttime interaction calm and low-key.
- Continue following safe-sleep recommendations.
Play &
Learning
Baby learns through
touching, moving, looking
and playing with you.
Simple ways to play
- Play peekaboo and simple cause-and-effect games.
- Offer stacking toys, soft blocks and sensory toys.
- Let baby explore safe objects with different shapes and textures.
- Read picture books and point to familiar objects.
- Follow baby's interests instead of directing every activity.
Communication
& Connection
Babbling, gestures and
little reactions are all
part of early communication.
Ways to encourage communication
- Respond when baby babbles or makes sounds.
- Repeat simple sounds and words during play.
- Name familiar people and everyday objects.
- Use gestures such as waving, clapping and pointing.
- Talk to baby during routines such as feeding, bathing and dressing.
Baby-Proofing
Your Home
Once baby starts moving,
everything within reach
becomes interesting.
Things to check
- Secure unstable furniture and televisions.
- Use safety locks on cupboards and drawers where needed.
- Keep cords, medicines and small objects out of reach.
- Cover or protect unsafe electrical areas appropriately.
- Check baby's play space regularly as their mobility increases.
Remember
This stage can bring lots of changes at once — new foods, new sounds and new ways of moving. Follow your baby’s pace, keep their environment safe and enjoy watching their personality grow.
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This guide is for general information only. Speak with your healthcare professional if you have concerns about your baby’s feeding, sleep, health, growth or development.