Baby Development Milestones in the First Year

Focusing on faces, following movement, lifting the head during tummy time, and the first social smiles.

Rolling, reaching for things, bringing hands to mouth, and babbling with intent.

Sitting unsupported, passing objects between hands, and often crawling — though plenty of babies skip crawling entirely.

Pulling to stand, cruising along furniture, first words and first steps for some.

Milestones describe a wide window. Consistent progress matters more than hitting any single one on time. Raise concerns with your paediatrician, not a chart.