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As a new parent, you’re probably aching for your little one to start hitting those all-important baby milestones – after all, that first smile can make those early weeks of sleepless nights and constant crying feel worth it.
There are many other milestones that your baby will reach over the coming months, including lifting their head independently, rolling over, crawling, walking and feeding themselves – and watching your baby achieve these momentous steps is part of what makes parenthood so exciting and rewarding.
Tracking your baby’s development
But aside from being simply a proud moment, it’s important to keep track of these baby milestones from a developmental point of view, too.