At around 12 months, which milestone would typically be observed?

• A. 6 Mo Old Milestone
• B. 2 Years Old Milestones
• C. 3 Months Old Milestones
• D. 12 Mo Old Milestone

Answer: (D)

Developmental milestones are tied to approximate ages, so around 12 months you’d expect one-year–old skills. At about this age, many children stand for short periods or take a few steps with support, may say a simple word like “mama” or “dada,” and start to use gestures such as pointing to what they want. They also begin to imitate simple actions and follow simple, familiar commands. This is why a milestone labeled for 12 months is the best match for “around 12 months.”

Choices pointing to earlier ages (six months or three months) reflect earlier developmental steps like rolling over, sitting with support, or improved head control, while a milestone for around two years reflects later skills such as walking more confidently, running, and combining words.