Learning to talk is an important part of a child’s development and it occurs in stages. Find out how you can encourage your child to learn to talk.

Learn more about development milestones for babies (12-18 months), how to aid your child's development, identify development delays and when to get help.

Your baby's first steps is one of the most exciting and memorable milestones in your child’s development.

A 10-month-old will be very active. As a parent, you’ll probably be chasing them around as they crawl, and be learning more about their developing personality.

Young children can have active imaginations and may invent an imaginary friend. It is nothing to worry about – it can help your child develop social skills.

Reading regularly with children from a young age stimulates their brain development and strengthens parent-child relationships. This helps to build language, literacy, and social-emotional skills

Your 9-month-old will, by now, really be developing their personality. They will form stronger attachments with a few people, preferring some over others.

At 12 months, your baby is now a toddler. If they haven’t already, it won’t be long now before they take their first steps, develop a sense of humour, and tell you they love you.

At 11 months old, your baby is almost a toddler – you’ll probably be surprised at how quickly they can move around your home and how independent they are becoming.

At 8 months old, your baby will start to explore their little world. It might mean more running around for you, but it's a great time to watch them learn.