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Posted by: Ilene Crabtree, PT on Apr 23, 2026

Between 6-12 months, you’ll start to see big changes in movement, curiosity, and independence. Here’s a simple guide to what you might notice as your baby grows and explores.

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Early Motor Milestones: What to Expect in Your Child 0-6 Months

Do you understand how important movement is and when, or how, your baby should start moving? Here’s some insight from a parent — and pediatric physical therapist.

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Breastfeeding/Chestfeeding: Working Through the Challenges

Breast/chestfeeding offers powerful benefits for babies and parents—but the early weeks can come with real challenges. Learn what’s normal, when to get help for issues like latch pain or delayed milk, how often babies should feed, and why combination feeding can still provide meaningful benefits.

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700 Children’s® features the most current pediatric health care information and research from our pediatric experts – physicians and specialists who have seen it all. Many of them are parents and bring a special understanding to what our patients and families experience. If you have a child – or care for a child – 700 Children’s was created especially for you.

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Understanding Cradle Cap: A Guide for Parents and Caregivers

Jan 24, 2024

Cradle cap, medically known as seborrheic dermatitis, is a skin condition that causes scaly, crusty patches on an infant's scalp. Though it might look uncomfortable or itchy, it usually doesn't bother your baby. Read More

Can Your Baby Learn Sign Language?

Nov 21, 2023

Baby sign language is a way to communicate with your baby effectively and you can begin introducing signs as early as infancy. The following are suggestions to make signing and communicating with your baby successful. Read More

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Lead Poisoning: Still a Public Health Risk

Nov 15, 2023

For more than 100 years, society has known that lead is very damaging to young children. It is frustrating that we still expose our most vulnerable to this poison, especially because it is completely preventable. Read More

Cough Talk: What Does All That Hacking Mean?

Nov 01, 2023

Coughs are often associated with the common cold and there’s little you can do, other than try to ease the symptoms. However, a lot of coughing, especially in babies under four months old, could be a sign of a serious illness. Read More

Health Literacy and Partnering in Your Child's Care

Oct 23, 2023

We know there’s an overwhelming amount of complicated information about your child’s health, and we’re working to communicate more clearly. While we do that, here are some health literacy tips you can use before your next pediatrician’s visit. Read More

Breastfeeding: Changing the Plan Does Not Mean Failure

Aug 11, 2023

Some new mothers experience their birth plan exactly as expected and nursing comes naturally. Everything is perfect. But, then she goes home and things change. Read More

Twin to Twin Transfusion Syndrome: What Is It?

Aug 03, 2023

Receiving a Twin to Twin Transfusion Syndrome diagnosis can be overwhelming, but with Nationwide Children's Hospital's expertise and support, families can navigate this difficult situation with confidence and care. Read More

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Revised Developmental Milestones for Infants and Toddlers

Mar 30, 2022

From smiles to steps, those eagerly awaited “firsts” mean more than entries in a baby book. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recently updated timelines for these “firsts” in infants and toddlers. Read More

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