Related abilities

Enjoys moving to explore the environment when placed on floor

Is able to put weight through feet when supported in standing

Moves in and out of various positions, e.g. sitting, tummy, and hands and knees

Is not fearful of everyday sounds (7-9 months)

Frequently explores the environment when placed on floor

Is able to hold head upright while crawling by 11 months

Puts weight through hands or feet when moving in and out of positions and while supported in standing

Is able to use fingertips to pick up small objects, such as small pieces of food (10-12 months)

Can usually participate in dressing without becoming upset (10-12 months)

Has grown accustomed to everyday sounds and is usually not startled by them (10-12 months)

Is able to enjoy a wide variety of touch, noise, and smells (10-12 months)

Has grown accustomed to everyday sounds and is usually not startled by them (13-18 months)

Is able to enjoy a wide variety of touch, noise, and smells (13-18 months)

Enjoys various textures, such as grass or sand, after multiple exposures (13-18 months)