At around 10 months old, infants go through significant developmental milestones in various areas, including motor skills, language, social interactions, and cognitive abilities. Here are some typical milestones you might observe:

1. Motor Skills:

– Crawling or attempting to crawl.

– Pulling themselves up to stand and possibly cruising along furniture.

– Trying to grasp objects using a pincer grip (thumb and forefinger).

2. Language and Communication:

– Babbling with more varied sounds and intonations.

– Responding to their own name.

– Understanding simple commands or gestures.

– Using gestures like pointing to communicate needs.

3. Social and Emotional Development:

– Displaying separation anxiety when separated from primary caregivers.

– Demonstrating emotions like joy, frustration, and anger.

– Engaging in imitative play, such as pretending to talk on the phone or feeding a doll.

– Developing a sense of humor and laughing at funny situations.

4. Cognitive Development:

– Object permanence: Understanding that objects still exist even when out of sight.

– Exploring objects by shaking, banging, or dropping them.

– Trying to fit objects into containers or stack blocks.

– Showing curiosity by exploring their surroundings.

Now, regarding sleep patterns at 10 months old, most infants have settled into a more regular sleep routine by this age. However, every child is different, and sleep patterns can vary. Here are some general guidelines:

– Total Sleep: Most 10-month-old infants sleep for around 12-14 hours in a 24-hour period.

– Nighttime Sleep: They usually sleep for 10-12 hours at night, with one or two brief awakenings.

– Naps: They typically take two naps during the day, each lasting around 1-2 hours.

It’s important to remember that individual variations exist, and some infants may sleep more or less than average. If you have concerns about your child’s sleep or developmental progress, it’s always best to consult with Dream Sleep Occupational Therapy for a personalised approach.

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