The first birthday is always exciting to celebrate. If
you're a new parent, this event always lingers in your mind and you just
probably can't wait to invite your families and friends to have fun in the
extraordinary occasion.
Day after day, you've seen them growing bigger and smarter.
Each time they're able to reach the next developmental stage, you and your
spouse are indulged in great happiness.
One of the most cheering moments about this is when you see
them make their first steps alone. You'll get into the unspoken emotion just
like other parents do.
However, some of you perhaps haven't been going through this
feeling as your one year-old baby isn't able to walk yet. Actually, you
shouldn't be worried about this. Each child is unique and has a different
development from the others.
Then, what things can babies do when they reach their first
year of life? Generally, here they are:
1. Take their first steps alone - Once you see them walking,
you'll be surprised on how far they can walk without your hand on theirs
guiding. Sometimes they tiptoe, and it's exactly a funny and incredible thing
you shouldn't miss out. Get a camera to capture the moment!
2. Say 'mama', 'papa', 'dada' - Encourage your babies to
talk by always talking, too. Most babies can say the three words mentioned when
they're one year-old, even though they probably don't understand the meaning of
them yet.
3. Understand simple instructions - It's exciting to see
your babies understand what you want them to do. When you say 'bye-bye', they
will abruptly move their hands and make the bye-bye gesture. Or, when you tell
them to look at you or your spouse, for example 'where's Daddy?', they'll move
their head and look into their daddy's eyes. Of course you need to stimulate
them over and over to make them recognize which one is which.
4. Point at things they're interested in - Your babies will
point at objects they're fond of. They'll also say 'ooh' while pointing, making
the 'target' precise.
5. Move their hands and body rhythmically to a music played
- Some babies begin to 'dance' between the ages of 7-10 months-old. Whenever
they listen to music, especially the one that they love, you'll grin as you see
their hands and body flourishing along the tune.
If your babies don't do the things above, again, no need to
worry. They'll reach the stage in several weeks or months. Develop the bonds of
love between the two of you.
Enjoy the moments you all have together with the kids. Happy
first birthday to your babies!
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