9-12 Months
Baby (9-12 months)
Almost a toddler but not quite. Your baby is pulling up on everything, figuring out that pincer grasp (hello, Cheerios on the floor), and maybe even taking those first wobbly steps. First words are coming, and "no" is about to become everyone's favorite word.
Key Developmental Milestones
Pulls to stand on furniture
Develops pincer grasp
Says first words like mama and dada
Understands simple words and 'no'
Cruises along furniture
Points at things they want
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