One of the first things to understand about your infant is he or she is an individual. You also should keep in mind some facts about your baby's nutrition and sleep habits, and know when your child should be vaccinated. Your child will never grow faster than he grows in his first year. Remember that each child grows at a different pace, but there are some general guidelines you can use to check on your child's development. If your infant is about a month old, he probably does little else than stare at lights and faces.
Newborns generally like to grip objects, and they usually like to be bathed.
At four months, many babies can lift their heads while lying on their stomachs, and they can usually follow lights with their eyes. At this age, your baby will greet you and other familiar people with a smile. By six months your baby may learn to roll over, sit up on his own, and shake rattles or objects. By the end of your baby's first year, he frequently may walk when held by the hand, begin to stand alone, and throw things. Many parents are anxious to find out when their child should begin eating solid foods.