Understanding
Your Baby's
Amazing Growth ♡
Every baby develops in their own way and at their own pace. This guide helps you understand common developmental changes across baby's first year and simple ways you can support learning, connection and exploration.
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Development by Age
Explore common developmental changes and milestones as your baby grows through the first year.
ILLUSTRATION
0–3 Months
Getting to know the world through faces, sounds, movement and close connection.
0–3 monthsILLUSTRATION
3–6 Months
More movement, growing curiosity and increasing interaction with people and surroundings.
3–6 monthsILLUSTRATION
6–9 Months
New movement skills, exploration and greater interest in communication and play.
6–9 monthsILLUSTRATION
9–12 Months
Growing independence, mobility, communication and problem-solving through everyday play.
9–12 monthsKey Areas of Development
Babies grow in many different ways. These areas are connected and develop together over time.
Physical Development
Gross motor, fine motor, coordination and body awareness.
Cognitive Development
Thinking, learning, problem-solving, memory and exploration.
Communication
Listening, babbling, gestures and early language skills.
Social & Emotional
Bonding, relationships, emotions and social interaction.
Play & Exploration
Curiosity, discovery and learning through everyday experiences.
How You Can Support Your Baby
Everyday moments can play an important role in baby's learning and development.
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Everyday Ways to Support
Development doesn't require complicated activities. Simple interaction and responsive care can provide many opportunities for learning.
A Nurturing Environment
A safe and responsive environment gives baby space to explore while knowing you're close by.
Baby safely playing / exploring toys
When to Seek Professional Advice
Development varies from baby to baby, but speak with your baby's healthcare professional whenever you have concerns.
Developmental progress that concerns you
Feeding or growth concerns
Hearing or vision concerns
Loss of previously acquired skills
Any concern about baby's overall wellbeing
You know your baby best. If something doesn't feel right, discuss it with your baby's doctor rather than waiting for a particular milestone deadline.
Explore Baby TipsHelpful Resources for You
Explore more guides that support baby's growth, feeding and everyday wellbeing.
Everyday Baby Care
Practical information for day-to-day parenting throughout baby's first year.
Explore Guide → Feeding TipsFeeding & Growth
Explore feeding information as baby's nutritional needs and skills develop.
Explore Guide → Baby Sleep TipsSleep & Development
Sleep patterns can change as babies grow and move through developmental stages.
Explore Guide →Support Learning Through Play ♡
Choose simple, age-appropriate products that encourage safe play, exploration and everyday development.
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Every milestone matters. And every baby has their own timeline. ♡
Your everyday care, attention, play and connection give your baby countless opportunities to grow. Celebrate progress without comparing your baby's journey too closely with anyone else's.
This page provides general educational information about infant development and does not replace personalised medical or developmental advice. Development varies widely between babies. Speak with your baby's doctor or another qualified healthcare professional if you have concerns about growth, feeding, hearing, vision, movement, communication, behaviour or developmental progress.