Year 1 Milestones And Beyond

Year 1 Milestones

• Looks for and is able to find where a sound comes from
• Responds to their name when you call it
• Waves goodbye
• Looks where you point when you say, "Look at the puppy"
• Babbles with intonation (voice rises and falls as if speaking in sentences)
• Takes turns "talking" with you; listens and pays attention when you speak and then resumes babbling when you stop
• Says “Dada” or “Mama”
• Says at least one word
• Points to out-of-reach items they want; makes sounds while pointing

Years 1 And 2 Milestones

• Follows simple commands, first when the adult speaks and gestures, and then later with words alone
• Retrieves objects from another room when asked
• Points to a few body parts when asked
• Points to interesting objects or events to get you to look at them
• Brings things to you to show you
• Points to objects so you’ll name them
• Can name some common objects when asked
• Enjoys pretending (for example, pretend cooking); uses gestures and words with you or with a favorite stuffed animal
• Learns about one new word a week between 1 and 2 years old

Year 2 Milestones

• Points to many body parts and common objects on command
• Points to some pictures in books
• Follows one-step commands without a gesture, such as, "Put your cup on the table"
• Able to say 50 to 100 words
• Says several two-word sentences and phrases, "Daddy go," "Doll mine," and "All gone"
• Half of their babbles are understood by other kids or adults

If you have any questions about your baby's development with these year 1 and year 2 milestones, always ask your pediatrician. Early intervention can make a significant difference. 

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