Self-Concept

Your Baby's Building Independence

As your baby becomes more independent every day, he is increasingly ready to meet some of his own needs. He might take off his own socks and shoes these days, or help with chores like putting those same socks in the hamper. Although he may not be completely ready to do all that he wants to do yet, understand that the process is very important to him, sometimes just as important as the result.

Has your baby achieved the following Self-Concept developmental milestones yet? If yes, check off all the skill(s) he has already mastered to date!