Babies this age are learning a lot and showing interest in their surroundings. They are starting to show their personality, and of course, they still need plenty of care and support, but their growing independence is becoming apparent.

Here’s what you can expect in month 10-12.

• Social Milestones

Is interested in interacting with others

Simple gesture

Fears of strangers

Plays games with you

• Communication Milestones

Meaningfully uses "mama" or "dada"

Says things like "Uh oh"

Responds to simple verbal requests

Shows emotions when told "no"

• Cognitive Milestones

Enjoys listening to music and moves to it

Pays attention to where you are looking and pointing

Drops objects on purpose for others to pick up

Easily finds hidden objects

• Physical Development Milestones

Claps hands

Pulls up to a standing position

Stands alone and takes several independent steps

Finger feeds self

Picks things up between thumb and pointer finger