Parten’s 6 Stages of Play
Researcher Mildred Parten identified six stages of play that children progress through in their first 5 years of development.
Three Ways to Encourage Gross-Motor Development in Months 4–6
Your little one’s strength and cognitive development have made impressive gains over the first three months. Now, gross-motor milestones are getting more complex, preparing your little one for crawling and getting into a sitting position independently.
Your Baby’s Development: Month 12
Understand your 12-month-old's development with ParentPal's Milestone Guide. Learn which milestones to look for and how you can support your child's healthy development.
Your Baby’s Development: Month 10
Understand your 10-month-old's development with ParentPal's Milestone Guide. Learn which milestones to look for and how you can support your child's healthy development.
Your Baby’s Development: Month 9
Understand your 9-month-old's development with ParentPal's Milestone Guide. Learn which milestones to look for and how you can support your child's healthy development.
Your Baby’s Development: Month 8
Understand your 8-month-old's development with ParentPal's Milestone Guide. Learn which milestones to look for and how you can support your child's healthy development.
Your Baby’s Development: Month 7
Understand your 7-month-old's development with ParentPal's Milestone Guide. Learn which milestones to look for and how you can support your child's healthy development.
Three Ways to Encourage Gross-Motor Skills During the First 3 Months
Major gross-motor milestones include walking, running, climbing, jumping, balance, and coordination. Discover simple ways to encourage gross-motor development during playtime and daily routines.
From Birth to 5, a Guide to Your Child’s Milestones and Development
The ParentPal guide to your baby’s development. Learn which milestones to look for, from newborn to age 5.
Your Newborn’s Development: Month 2
Understand your 2-month-old's development with ParentPal's Milestone Guide. Learn which milestones to look for and how you can support your child's healthy development.
Your Newborn’s Development: Month 1
Understand your newborn's development with ParentPal's Milestone Guide. Learn which milestones to look for and how you can support your child's healthy development.
Your Baby’s Development: Month 6
Understand your 6-month-old's development with ParentPal's Milestone Guide. Learn which milestones to look for and how you can support your child's healthy development.