Congratulations on your new baby! As a parent, you want the best for your baby. You interact with them every day and help them grow and develop. Do you know what is normal for your baby's first year?
Developmental milestones
Babies learn new things at different ages. Taking a first step, smiling for the first time, and waving "bye-bye" are examples of developmental milestones.
To check if your child is meeting milestones, you can use the Nipissing District Developmental Screen (NDDS).
The NDDSs are free, online and easy to use. They look at stages from infancy to six years of age. For your baby's first year, you will find NDDSs for one and two months, four months, six months, nine months and 12 months. They also give examples of activities you can do with your child.
NDDSs are available in English, French, Spanish, Chinese and Vietnamese. If you have any questions about your child's development, talk to your health care provider.
Examples of milestones
Here are some examples of what your child should be doing during their first year. For a full list, please refer to the eNDDS developmental checklist that follows your child from one month of age to six years.
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Does your two-month-old: |
For activities you can do, refer to the Health Department's guide for two-month-old babies. |
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Does your four-month-old: |
For activities you can do, refer to the Health Department's guide for four-month-old babies. |
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Does your six-month-old: |
For activities you can do, refer to the Health Department's guide for six-month-old babies. |
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Does your nine-month-old: |
For activities you can do, refer to the Health Department's guide for nine-month-old babies. |
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Does your 12-month-old: |
For activities you can do, refer to the Health Department's guide for 12-month-old children. |
Hearing
Your baby likely had a hearing test after birth.
If not, you can have their hearing tested by calling Grandview Children's Centre Infant Hearing Program at 905-728-1673 or 1-800-304-6180 ext. 2341.
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Support your baby's hearing by: |
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Signs of a hearing problem |
Your baby might:
Each eNDDS has questions related to hearing. If you are concerned, speak with your health care provider. |
Vision
Your baby's vision changes quickly during the first six months of life. Your health care provider should be assessing their eyes starting at birth.
Each eNDDS has questions about vision. If you have any concerns, speak with your health care provider.
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Help your child's vision by: |
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