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What are some developmental milestones for infants under 12 months old?

Alliance For Kids®
Alliance For Kids®
Some developmental milestones for infants under 12 months old include the following:
  • learns through senses
  • development of trust
  • attachment to primary caregiver
  • minimal language
  • increase in skill set
This content originally appeared on the Alliance for Kids website.

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