Baby milestones checklist
The CDC's milestones for 2 months to 2 years, by age. Tick what your baby does, add questions, and print a page to bring to the next checkup.
Not ticking everything is common. These are skills that most babies (3 out of 4 or more) show by this age. If your baby isn't doing one or more of them, has lost skills they once had, or you're worried, don't wait: talk to your pediatrician and ask about developmental screening. For babies born early, use their adjusted age.
Source
- Learn the Signs. Act Early. Milestones by age (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, with the American Academy of Pediatrics, 2022). Wording lightly shortened.
Milestones are a guide, not a test
In 2022 the CDC and the American Academy of Pediatrics updated their milestone checklists so each one lists what most babies can do by that age, rather than what half of babies do. That makes a missed milestone a clearer signal to check in with your doctor. Babies develop at their own pace, and many catch up quickly with a little extra support, which is why acting early helps.
Common questions
What milestones should my baby reach?
The CDC and the American Academy of Pediatrics list social, language, learning, and movement milestones at 2, 4, 6, 9, 12, 15, 18, and 24 months. Pick an age on this page to see them.
What if my baby misses a milestone?
Talk to your pediatrician and ask about developmental screening. The 2022 checklists list skills that most babies (75% or more) have by each age, so a missed one is worth a conversation, and acting early helps.
Should I use adjusted age for milestones?
Yes. For babies born 3 or more weeks early, compare milestones with their adjusted age, counted from the due date, until about age 2.
Is anything I tick saved?
No. The checklist runs in your browser and nothing is sent to LogicStack or saved. Print it to keep a record.
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