7-9 Month Milestones Checklist

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*Remember each baby will reach the milestones when he/she is ready. If your baby has not reached all of these milestones by 9 months do not worry as it may occur in the next month. Talk to your doctor and see how you can help encourage your baby. 


Motor
  • Sits without support
  • Sits and reaches for objects without falling
  • Moves from back to stomach
  • Moves from tummy to sitting
  • Starts to move while on stomach (ie crawling, creeping)
  • Shows control when rolling and sitting
  • Picks up small objects with thumbs and fingers
  • Rocks back and forth

Sensory
  • Explores and examines an object with hands and mouth
  • Looks around at things nearby
  • Moves object from one hand to another
  • Shows interest in objects and tries to reach objects far away

Communication
  • Imitates sounds
  • Follows some commands when paired with gestures
  • Recognition of common words
  • Strings vowels together ("ah," "eh," "oh')
  • Responds to his/her name

Feeding
  • Eats thicker food
  • Tries to hold the bottle while in the high chair
  • Stays full longer
  • Shows reaction to new smells and tastes