Growth and Development

Growth & Development

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Baby development month by month

Baby and mommy
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0-6 Months

Baby Development milestones: Months 1 - 3

Your baby’s first focus? She’ll use her eyes and ears, along with her sense of smell and touch, to learn her new world.

4 mins to read

Fine motor skills
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0-6 Months

How a 6 months baby develops fine motor skills? | Baby's Development: Months 4-6

Let’s talk baby talk! No, not words just yet, but the language basics begin here!

5 mins to read

Baby development 7 months
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6 to 8 months baby

Baby development month 7

She’s everywhere! She’s everywhere! At least she wants to be, and she wants to get there on her own.

4 mins to read

Baby listening to daddy play guitar
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8 to 12 months

10 month baby development | Months 10-12

“Come on, make Mama (or Papa, of course) proud.” It’s likely already crossed your baby’s mind without you even saying it, since his desire to please you is strengthening along with

5 mins to read

Your baby is growing by leaps and bounds
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6 to 8 months baby

Your baby is growing by leaps and bounds

Your baby is growing fast! The first year, a baby multiplies his weight by 3 and his length increases by 50%! Follow month-by-month.

1 min to read

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12 + months

Your growing toddler – What to expect beyond 1000 days

Look back at the healthy habits you’ve encouraged, which have helped your toddler grow so far, and look forward to the exciting developments to come.

2 mins to read

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12 + months

10 healthy habits to carry on

During your baby’s First 1000 Days you have encouraged many healthy habits, so don't let your guard down now! Here are 10 healthy habits to keep practicing.

7 mins to read

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Baby activities

On the move
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6 to 8 months baby

Physical Activities for Infants – What you need to know

Did you know? Spending time playing with your baby at this age can lead to them being more active when they are a toddler.

3 mins to read

Baby activities_01_EXPLORE_Tummy time lets play
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0-6 Months

Tummy time: let’s play!

Did you know? Tummy time helps your baby develop muscles and motor skills. 

2 mins to read

Baby activities_02_LEARN_Tummy time workout
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6 to 8 months baby

Tummy time workout

Tummy time can start soon after you bring your baby home from the hospital. Just don’t expect too much.

3 mins to read

Baby activities_04_EXPLORE_Switch off screens and play
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0-6 Months

Switch off screens and play!

Did you know? Too much screen time can keep your baby from being active, and may interfere with their sleep.  

1 min to read

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0-6 Months

7 playtime dos and don’ts

You’re never too young (or old!) for playing. Here are some ways you can both enjoy fun-filled, safe, and stimulating daily activities that set your baby up for an active, healthy life.

4 mins to read

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0-6 Months

5 happy-baby activities (that help with development too!)

Ideas for fitting new and fun games into your baby’s routine. 

3 mins to read

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Toddler playtime

Toddler activities - screen time increase chances of overweight
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12 + months

Could screen time increase the chances of my toddler becoming overweight?

Did you know? Young children risk missing out on important outdoor play and activity when their time is spent watching television and in front of screens.

3 mins to read

Toddler activities - Magical milestones and physical play
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12 + months

Magical milestones and physical play

Looking at your child now, it’s hard to imagine the tiny new born you brought home from the hospital who did little more than feed, sleep, and fill diapers.

5 mins to read

Toddler activities - Your 12-18-month-old’s activity planner
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12 + months

Your 12-18-month-old’s activity planner

From crawling to standing and taking their first steps, your baby is now moving quickly into toddlerhood and becoming more active and mobile all the time.

4 mins to read

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Why active play is good for your toddler

Did you know? Many two-year-olds spend too much time sitting still and don’t play outdoors every day.

3 mins to read

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Activities for your toddler at 18-24 months

Can you believe your little one is almost two years old? Your toddler is changing all the time now and probably already has some favourite games.

5 mins to read

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