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Standing

3 to 6 months
Babies at this age will begin supporting their weight when pulled to a standing position. The key here is that 3- to 6-month-olds still need to be supported, but they will often enjoy being allowed to test out their legs in preparation for walking in the months to come.

6 to 9 months
Dramatic changes occur during this part of the first year of life, as your baby's physical and intellectual abilities take an immense leap forward. Your 6- to 9-month-old will probably learn to sit, stand, and perhaps even crawl.

Babies at this age will also start to stand. The timing of this milestone tends to vary greatly from one infant to the next. That said, many infants between 6 and 9 months will begin to bear weight on their feet and legs, and by 9 months or so, may even be able to pull to a stand while holding onto furniture.

9 to 12 months
By 9 months of age, not only can many infants get themselves into a sitting position on their own, but they can also pull to a stand while holding onto furniture. This is the obvious first step towards walking and is typically followed by standing alone.

Cruising — the ability to walk while holding on to the furniture — and walking with support are skills that often are mastered between 9 months and a year of age.

Some precocious children accomplish these skills in leaps and bounds, and can walk unassisted before they turn 1 year old.

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