Baby Growth Tracker
Developmental Milestones of an 8-Month old child
At eight months age, your little one is quickly approaching their first birthday! It's amazing how time flies, isn't it? At this stage, your baby is combining motor skills with sensory awareness to explore and discover new things.
Developmental Milestones
- Supporting weight on both legs when upright
- Tracking moving objects
- Manipulating objects by passing them between hands
- Understanding basic repetitive instructions
- Saying "mama" and "dada" to any parent - bi-syllables
- Developing a pincer grasp
- Displaying separation anxiety
- Getting into a crawling position easily
- Understanding the purpose of personal objects
Cognitive Development
- As your baby approaches their first birthday, their curiosity will be at an all-time high. It's essential to baby-proof your home as they'll be eager to explore everything around them, including putting objects in their mouths.
- Additionally, their taste preferences may start to develop, and they may show interest in certain solid foods.
Physical Development
- Physically, your baby may be sitting without support, bearing weight when held upright, and developing a pincer grasp.
- They may also be rolling in both directions, crawling effortlessly, and improving their vision to judge distances and coordinate movements.
Social and Emotional Development
Socially and emotionally, your baby may exhibit separation
anxiety and show heart-warming greetings to familiar faces. They may also
display signs of empathy towards their peers.
Communication Skills
In terms of communication skills, your baby may use hand
gestures and basic syllables to communicate. They may also understand the
importance of the word "no" and respond to simple instructions
Tips for parents:
- While most babies achieve these milestones, it's essential to monitor your baby's development and consult a doctor if you notice any red flags, such as difficulty sitting without assistance or stiffness in muscles.
- To help your baby achieve their milestones, engage in interactive play sessions, give names to objects and individuals, read stories, increase social interaction, and play games that encourage crawling.
- By nurturing your baby's skills and providing a stimulating environment, you can support their development and help them reach their milestones faster
