Milestones Babies Experience in Their First Year
Hi there, new and expecting parents! I'm Holly, the owner and lead photographer at Glass Rose Productions based in Guelph, Ontario. I am here to help all you busy new or soon-to-be moms to know about the milestones babies experience in their first year of life.
The first year of a baby goes by so incredibly fast! By the time the mothers feel that they have time to spend with their little ones, the babies are all grown up, ready to start walking and exploring the world on their own.
That's why I'm so passionate about capturing all the major milestones and changes babies go through in those first 12 months. Your little one will grow and develop more during this time than any other phase of life. Just think - by their first birthday, they've gone from a completely dependent newborn to an active, mobile, babbling toddler! It's an incredible transformation to witness.
So what are the big milestones to expect during a baby's first year? Here's a quick overview:
NEWBORN
Those first few weeks are irreplaceable. You'll want to soak in every tiny yawn, wrinkly foot, and sleepy snuggle. Newborn sessions aim to capture all those delicate details before they're gone forever.
3 MONTHS
Around this age, babies start becoming more interactive and responsive. You'll see those first deep belly laughs and big gummy smiles in response to your silly faces and games. Their little personalities really start shining!
6 MONTHS
Sitting, rolling, grabbing toys - the skills start rolling in quickly after the 6-month mark. Babies this age love to play and will squeal with delight as you make squeaky sounds or read a fun book together.
9 MONTHS
Get ready, because your babe will likely be on the move! You'll be chasing them as they start crawling, pulling up to stand, and cruising around any furniture they can hold on to. Their curiosity is endless.
12 MONTHS
Congratulations, you made it to the one-year milestone! Your baby may be taking their first steps, waving bye-bye, and keeping you constantly on your toes. Time to celebrate with a healthy smash cake and some adorable and messy first birthday photos!
DON’T FORGET TO CAPTURE THESE MILESTONES
As a photographer specializing in newborn, maternity, and family portraits, I believe wholeheartedly in the importance of professionally capturing these precious milestones. Too often, parents get stuck behind the camera themselves and miss out on being truly present. Or those iPhone photos get buried in your camera roll, never to be printed or appreciated years later.
That's where I come in - giving you not just stunning digital and printed photos, but an entire luxurious experience.
You can finally relax and soak it all in, leaving the camera work to me.
Reach out today and let's get your newborn or sitting session on my calendar before those smiles and rolls are gone in the blink of an eye! I can't wait to document your family's amazing first-year journey.