Milestone Moments: 6-9 Months

As your baby reaches the 1/2 year mark, there is a lot going on from their personality to their cognitive development. Here are some milestones to look for from age 6-9 months!

• Reaches for objects while on stomach
• Pulls self forward on stomach
• Sits alone briefly
• Stands with support
• Transfers toys between hands
• Claps hands
• Uses pinch to pick up small objects
• Opens mouth to wait for a spoon to enter
• Understands "no"
• Babbles multiple syllables
• May say "dada" or "mama"
• Shouts to attract attention

See a video of this age milestones on our Milestones Videos page.