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Developmental Milestones: How It Works, Explained Simply

As children grow, they reach new skills called developmental milestones. By around six months, many babies smile, babble, and reach for objects. A fact-checked patient-education video about developmental milestones — educational only, not medical advice.

Video Transcript

As children grow, they reach new skills called developmental milestones. By around six months, many babies smile, babble, and reach for objects. By around one year, many begin to stand, wave, and say a few words. By around age two, many run, follow simple directions, and use short phrases. Every child grows at their own pace, and regular checkups help track progress. This video is for general education only. It is not medical advice. Ask your pediatrician what is right for your child.

This video is educational only and is not medical advice. Every patient is different — talk to your provider about your specific situation.

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