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Wondering if your child is on the appropriate path towards age appropriate development? Read on to learn all the new developmental milestones your child will reach at 3-4 years of age.  Emotional development As children reach year 3, they will be able to understand, recognise and differentiate between sad, happy and angry. They will be able to express themselves. As they develop their language and communication skills, they’ll be more able to put their emotions into words. Your child will also be able to control her tantrums better.  Playing and learning Your child will learn through play at this age. As children start playing they learn to make friends with other children. Your child will learn to socialise in small groups. Children learn to share as they learn the concept of “mine” and “yours.” Games like pretend play will help your child become more imaginative. Children may develop ideas and roles around the play, such as pretending to be a doctor or a firefighter. It’s also comm

Every baby develops at their own pace but knowing early milestones helps parents know what to expect during the first year. Do not worry too much, and don’t take the guide word by word, as every baby is different and hits milestones at different timelines.  Although make sure that you keep your child’s paediatrician in the loop and notify them about your observations.  Week 1: Recognizes voice.  Week 2: Focus on objects 4-12 inches away. Week 3: Starts snuggling. Week 4: Makes sounds such as “coo” and “aah” Week 5: Smoother and more purposeful movements. Week 6: First genuine smile. Week 7: Starts understanding senses, and becomes partial to color. Week 8: Stronger neck muscles. Week 9: Fascination with sounds. Week 10: Recognises familiar faces in a group. Week 11: Stays awake for longer periods of time. Week 12: Fascination with their hands. Week 13: Laughs, chuckles and babbles. Week 14: Eye and hand skills.  Week 15: Starts to roll over. Week 16: Tummy time to exercise neck, chest