There's a lot going on in a baby's brain during their first 12 months - and some of it might surprise you鈥
Whether they're on the road to toddling, babbling, or simply making faces, they're putting together the building blocks that will help them to explore and understand the new world around them. But what sort of brain development might you see by their first birthday?
Activities for babies and toddlers
If you have a one-year-old, we have collections of fun, free activities that can help to boost their development and communication skills.
Activities for 9-12-month-olds
Activities for 12-18-month-olds
There are ideas like making a baby sensory box and games like copy cat, as well as activities to squeeze into mealtimes, bathtimes and when you're on the go.
If you're interested in learning more about your baby's brain, head to our baby development science collection.
