Your Baby at 6 Months
Explore this age stage using information from approved sources and TalkPebble parent guidance.
About this age
This page brings together CDC developmental milestone information for around 6 months and TalkPebble ideas for everyday connection.
Developmental areas
Important: TalkPebble's milestone information is for educational and developmental monitoring purposes. It is not a diagnostic tool and does not replace standardized developmental screening or professional evaluation.
CDC-derived milestones
Social / Emotional
- Knows familiar people
- Likes to look at themself in a mirror
- Laughs
Language / Communication
- Takes turns making sounds with you
- Blows “raspberries” (sticks tongue out and blows)
- Makes squealing noises
Cognitive
- Puts things in their mouth to explore them
- Reaches to grab a toy they want
- Closes lips to show they do not want more food
Movement / Physical Development
- Rolls from tummy to back
- Pushes up with straight arms when on tummy
- Leans on hands to support themself when sitting
AYJNISHD reference
Listening & Speech
Listening and speech development builds over time. These observations from AYJNISHD describe examples of auditory responses and speech and language development across early childhood.
AYJNISHD reference: 6 to 9 months
Auditory Response
- Turns their head toward the source of a sound
- Continues to show interest in listening to new sounds
Speech & Language Development
- Makes different sounds and continues to babble
- May try to imitate sounds that resemble their own
- Vocalizes satisfaction or dissatisfaction
Have concerns about listening or speech?
If you notice a persistent concern about your child's response to sounds or speech and language development, consider discussing it with a qualified healthcare or communication professional.
Explore TalkPebble support resourcesReference source
Ali Yavar Jung National Institute of Speech and Hearing Disabilities (Divyangjan)
Government of India
Auditory & Speech Milestones
View sourceTalkPebble guidance
Support for everyday moments
TalkPebble-created ideas for turning everyday moments into opportunities to connect.
What this can look like
- Your baby may squeal, laugh, or wait for your response before making another sound.
Try it at home
- Make a sound when your baby makes one, then take turns.
- During a walk or book time, point to something interesting and name it.
What to say
- “You said ahh — ahh!”
- “I see the dog.”
- “Your turn.”
What to notice
- Makes a sound after you do
- Looks toward something you point out
- Laughs during a shared game
Why it helps
Shared attention and sound play give your baby many small chances to take part in communication.
Try a TalkPebble activity
- Reading Together
Follow your child’s lead instead of every word on the page. Talk about what they point at, and let them turn the pages at their own pace.
Keep practicing with TalkPebble
Use simple everyday activities to build on the moments you are already sharing.
Have concerns about your child's development?
You know your child best. If you have concerns about your child's development, talk with your child's healthcare professional and ask about developmental screening.
Explore TalkPebble support resourcesSource
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
Learn the Signs. Act Early.
Milestones by 6 Months
View sourceDevelopmental milestone information is based on the CDC's Learn the Signs. Act Early. program. TalkPebble is not affiliated with or endorsed by the CDC.