9 to 12 months
9 to 12 months
Crawling, pulling up and first words. The 12-month visit is a big one.
Typical visits: 9 months and 12 months
On the Milestone Path
Where this stage sits.
The highlighted stops are the visits that belong to this stage. Select any stop to see its summary.
Developmental check-in
9 months
What usually happens
A developmental check with play: how your baby crawls, pulls up, picks up small things and responds to their name.
What to bring
Examples of new sounds and skills, and your questions about sleep.
Parents often ask about
Crawling, separation worries, finger foods and baby-proofing.
Immunisations commonly discussed
Routine immunisations are not usually due now. Your clinician reviews the record.
Your clinician sets the plan that fits your child.
What usually happens
A developmental check at 9 months, then a fuller visit at 12 months with growth, any screening your clinician recommends, and a talk about the move from bottle to cup.
What to bring
A list of foods your baby has tried, and your thoughts on sleep and routines.
Parents often ask about
Walking, separation worries, the move to whole milk, and baby-proofing.
Immunisations commonly discussed
MMR, varicella and hepatitis A are commonly discussed at about 12 months. Your clinician confirms what your child needs.
This page is general information, not medical advice. Talk to your child’s clinician about your child. In an emergency, call your local emergency services.
Between 9 and 12 months, babies become small explorers. Visits focus on movement, communication and the first steps toward toddler life.
The 12-month visit often includes several routine immunisations to discuss, so give yourself a little extra time on the day.
