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Development milestones - your child 12 to 18 months
Learn about development milestones for babies (12-18 months), how to aid your child's development, identify development delays and when to get help.
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Learning to crawl
Crawling is an important skill for your baby to learn and is a big milestone in their development.
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Learning to walk
Your baby's first steps is one of the most exciting and memorable milestones in your child’s development.
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Language and speech development
Every child develops at their own pace and there are certain milestones that are related to your child’s speech development.
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Your baby’s growth and development – first 12 months
Your baby will grow a lot in their first 12 months and there are a number of milestones that each baby will reach through their development.
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Growth and development for premature babies
Premature babies have a higher chance of having problems with their growth and development. The earlier your baby is born, the higher their chance is.
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How your baby gains weight
All babies will gain weight differently, but there are some guidelines for healthy weight gain.
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Understanding baby growth charts
Baby (or infant) growth charts indicate how your baby is growing. They record changes in your baby's length, weight, and head circumference.
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How your baby’s brain develops
Learn how your baby’s brain develops and how your interactions, the environment and their experiences can affect your baby’s future development and learning.
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Baby walkers and exercise jumpers
Baby walkers and exercise jumpers can delay walking development and can be dangerous – the Australian Government and other health and safety professionals don’t recommend them.
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