Social & Emotional

First smile, first laugh, friendships and more

Emotional connection and social interaction develop from the very first weeks of life.

6–8 weeks

First Social Smile

Your baby begins smiling in response to people rather than just reflexively — smiling at parents, during interaction, and responding to familiar faces.

3–5 months

First Laugh

Your baby's first laugh is often unforgettable — giggling and chuckling during play or in response to funny sounds and faces.

6–9 months

Stranger Awareness

Many babies begin recognising familiar and unfamiliar people — clinging to parents, watching strangers carefully, and needing reassurance.

18–24 months

Pretend Play

Your child begins using imagination during play — feeding dolls, talking on toy phones, pretending to cook.

3–5 years

First Friendships

Children begin showing stronger interest in specific friends and cooperative play.

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