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1-Month Infant Developmental Milestones

No two children develop, grow and learn in the same way or at the same pace. However, children do develop in certain predictable ways. Listed below are common developmental milestones for a 1-month-old infant.

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Watch this video to see milestones and stages of development for 1-month old infants and get ideas on how you can support an infant's healthy development

moving icon Moving - Physical or Motor Development

  • Raises head slightly off floor when lying on stomach.
  • Holds head up momentarily when supported.
  • Keeps hands in closed fists.
  • Comforts self by sucking on fist or fingers.

talking icon Talking - Communication and Language Development

  • Makes cooing sounds.
  • Cries to communicate.
  • Smacks lips and roots when hungry.
  • Yawns and arches back when overstimulated.

interacting icon Interacting - Social and Emotional Development

  • Shows feelings by crying.
  • Shows interest in watching your face.
  • Quiets in response to your touch.

thinking icon Thinking - Cognitive Development

  • Watches briefly and follows moving object with eyes.
  • Startles to loud noises by arching back, kicking legs and flailing arms.

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Help Me Grow has a variety of resources that can help you support the healthy development of a 1-month-old infant. Learn more about Infant and Toddler Intervention and Preschool Special Education services and discover other resources available to you.

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