Emotional and Social Development: 8 to 12 Months
Article Body During these months, your child sometimes may seem like two separate babies. First there’s the one who’s open, affectionate, and outgoing with...
Ages-Stages
Developmental Milestones: 12 Months
Article Body What are some of the developmental milestones my child should reach by twelve months of age? From eight to twelve months of...
Cognitive Development: 8 to 12 Months
Article Body An eight-month-old is curious about everything, but he also has a very short attention span and will move rapidly from one activity...
Transitional Objects: Security Blankets & Beyond
Remember the Charles Schulz character Linus and his blanket? He dragged it around wherever he went, nibbling on its corner or curling up with...
Safety for Your Child: 6 to 12 Months
Did you know that hundreds of children younger than 1 year die every year in the United States because of injuries — most of...
Physical Appearance and Growth: 4 to 7 Months
Article Body Between four and seven months, your baby will continue togain approximately 1 to 1-1⁄4 pounds (0.45 to 0.56 kg) a month. By...
Movement Milestones: Babies 4 to 7 Months
Once your baby reaches about four to seven months old, get ready for some exciting movement milestones. Some of the big challenges they’re working...
Language Development: 4 to 7 Months
Article Body Your baby learns language in stages. From birth, she receives information about language by hearing people make sounds and watching how they...
How to Share Books with Your 6 to 8 Month Old
Article Body Even babies can enjoy books and learn from sharing books with you. Sharing books with you little ones can help teach them...
Hand and Finger Skills
Article Body Your baby’s mastery of crawling, standing, and walking are bound to be his most dramatic accomplishments during these months, but don’t overlook...
When to Call Emergency Medical Services (EMS) 
When Your Child Needs Emergency Medical Services 
What to Expect if Your Child is Admitted to the Hospital 
What to Expect When You Call 911