Child Development from 0 to 8: Milestones Every Parent Should Know

The early years are critical for a child's lifelong development. Understanding key milestones can help you nurture your child's full potential.

Key Developmental Areas:

• Physical: Fine and gross motor skills

• Cognitive: Problem-solving, memory, and reasoning

• Social-Emotional: Empathy, sharing, and self-control

• Language: Understanding and using words

Important Milestones by Age:

• 0–12 Months: Sitting, crawling, first words

• 1–3 Years: Walking, simple sentences, pretend play

• 4–6 Years: School readiness, friendships, storytelling

• 7–8 Years: Logical thinking, teamwork, emotional complexity

How to Support Your Child:

• Read together daily

• Encourage free play

• Provide learning games and activities

• Celebrate small wins

  Every child develops at their own pace, but knowing what to expect allows you to offer the right support when it matters most.