Related milestones

Explores and examines an object using both hands and mouth

Experiments with the amount of force needed to pick up different objects

Observes environment from a variety of positions – while lying on back or tummy, sitting, crawling, and standing with assistance

Sits without support

Sits and reaches for toys without falling

Picks up small objects with thumbs and fingers

Enjoys a variety of movements – bouncing up and down, rocking back and forth

Focuses on objects near and far

Investigates shapes, sizes, and textures of toys and surroundings