Baby development

8-Month-Old

Separation anxiety may kick in this month — but as hard as that can be, it's a sign of healthy development and parent-child bonding. Here's what else you might expect at 8 months.

8 months

Baby Development

This week, typical development may include: Standing well, maybe first steps, understands simple instructions. Every baby follows their own timeline — comparis…

8 months

Milestones

Standing well, maybe first steps, understands simple instructions.

8 months

Sleep

Most babies are on two naps, moving toward one later in this stretch.

8 months

Feeding

Offer varied finger foods and family meals cut safely. Continue breast or formula as your paediatrician advises.

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