15 Month Baby Motor Milestones: First steps and clapping

Soon after their first birthday, Baby will be taking their first big steps! And they’ll be able to celebrate with you, because they also learn to clap around this time! These 12-15 month motor milestones are important signs that Baby is growing typically and gaining the skills they'll need for future development.

Tracking these milestones helps you support healthy motor development and notice if Baby needs a little extra help.

Baby should meet these motor milestones by 15 months:

✅ Stands alone and takes several independent steps

✅ Claps hands