Child Development Stages

  • 2 Months

    2 Months
    Looks at their parent, begins to smile at people, turns head towards sounds.
  • 4 Months

    4 Months
    Smiles spontaneously especially at people, likes to play with people and sometimes cries when they stop.
  • 6 Months

    6 Months
    Knows familiar faces and starts to know if someone is a stranger. Looks at self in the mirror. Responds to sounds by making sounds.
  • 9 Months

    9 Months
    Understands NO. Maybe be clingy to adults. Has favorite toys.
  • 1 Year old

    1 Year old
    Shy and nervous around strangers. Cries when parents leave. Shows fear in situations.
  • 18 Months

    18 Months
    Temper tantrums, may be afraid of strangers, and shows affection to certain people
  • 2 Years old

    2 Years old
    Copies others especially adults. More independent. Shows defiant behavior.
  • 3 Years old

    3 Years old
    Shows affection, shows emotions, dresses and undresses.
  • 4 Years old

    4 Years old
    Says mom and dad, enjoys doing new things, Is more creative.
  • 5 Years old

    5 Years old
    Wants to please friends, wants to be liked, more likely to agree with rules.