Parenting

The First Year

You did it — you brought your little one home. You may be both excited and nervous about the year to come and the many changes it will bring. Your life will never be the same.

Get ready for a year of developments that will amaze you. The little newborn that you brought home from the hospital, tiny and fragile, will grow in the most incredible ways over the next few months. Knowing what to expect during your baby’s first year can help put you at ease and get you excited for the new happenings on the way.

Below, find a guide to your baby’s first year of life, month-by-month — including important developments and what you can expect every step along the way.