Infant Milestones

Childhood illnesses such as colds, coughs and fevers are common, but as a parent, looking after a baby who is sick for the first time can be stressful. You may have questions such as: “When should I visit the doctor?” or, “How long will this last?” We’re here to help, with five top tips for how to care for a sick child at home.

Discover what your baby's first movements will be and what they mean.

Teaching your hearing baby or toddler to sign won’t just allow your preverbal little one to express themselves, it’ll also provide them with a skill—and second language—to last a lifetime. See how you can start teaching your baby or toddler to sign.

Find out why your 10-month-old baby looks at your facial expression when he is uncertain about a situation.

Learn more about how your 9-month-old baby’s improved motor and thinking skills are contributing to a stronger sense of autonomy.

Explore what word comprehension means as a developmental milestone for your 10-month-old baby.

Learn about object permanence and what it means to your 10-month-old baby.