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10-12 months

10-12 months -Baby walker

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General
Development

What to expectthis period

First steps: Many children are starting to walk or take hesitant steps.

Improved fine motor skills: Ability to grab small objects with precision, and perhaps point the finger.

Autonomous food: Try to eat alone with your fingers, shows food preferences.

Word rehearsal: Can repeat simple words or sounds, indicating the beginning of language development.

Understanding of instructions: Understands and reacts to simple commands, like "Come here" or "Give it".

Simulation games: Start playing simple simulation games, like pretending to speak on the phone.

Recognition of familiar objects: Identifies and shows interest in familiar objects or images in books.

More nuanced emotional reactions: Expresses a wider range of emotions, including joy, frustration and curiosity.

Separation anxiety: Can experiment with a stronger separation anxiety, showing a preference for certain caregivers.

Advanced exploration: Actively explore the environment, requiring constant supervision to ensure safety.

Understand and meet the needs of yourBaby: 10-12 months

Key steps for parents:


Independent Walking Support: Encourage your baby to walk by offering him secure support and letting him explore at his own pace.

Introduction to a more varied diet: Offer a range of solid foods in small pieces to encourage food autonomy.

Language stimulation:Engage your baby in simple conversations and clearly name objects and people to stimulate his linguistic development.

Educational and fun activities: Introduce games and activities that promote fine motor skills, problem solving and creativity.

Recognition of limits and security: Start teaching simple concepts of

Limits and security, like saying "no" in a gentle but firm way.

Key milestones

Important characteristics:



Essential care of

Baby: 10-12 months

Daily care routine:Continue with regular baths and special attention to

Hygiene, especially with the introduction of new foods.

Health and development monitoring: Continue regular visits to the pediatrician to monitor growth and general development.

Preparation for walking:Ensure a safe environment for walking and exploration, eliminating potential dangers.

Emotional and social development: Encourage social interactions with other children and adults to strengthen social skills.

Sleep routines:Maintain coherent sleep hours to ensure adequate rest.

Key milestones

Constantly watch your baby

To prevent falls and domestic accidents,

Because at this age, their increased curiosity and mobility

can lead them to explore

potentially dangerous places.

Namely

Important points:

Independence and exploration:Your baby becomes more independent, encourage this exploration safely.

Rapid development: Expect rapid changes in motor, cognitive and linguistic skills.

Autonomous food:Encourage your baby to eat alone, using utensils adapted to his age.

First words and gestures:Celebrate the first words and communication gestures, responding with enthusiasm.

Medical controls: Follow the advice of the pediatrician.

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