Know what to look for
Understand the motor skills developing across four stages of the first year, from early head control to crawling, standing, and exploration.
Purposeful Play with Babies · Little Roos
Your Baby’s First Year
Motor Milestones Made Simple
Wondering what to look for and how to help your baby along the way? Turn everyday play into simple opportunities for movement, connection, and discovery.
A practical guide from occupational therapist Laurel McMillan, with clear explanations and play ideas for birth through 12 months.
Get My E-book for $7.9928 page PDF · One purchase · Birth through 12 months
Created by an occupational therapist. Made for everyday moments with your baby.
More clarity. More purposeful play.
“What should I be doing with my baby?”
There is so much information about baby development. It can be hard to know what to focus on today, what comes next, and when to ask a question.
This guide brings the first year into focus. Start with your baby’s stage, explore the skills that are developing, and find practical ways to support them through play.
Find ways to play
Explore activities for tummy time, rolling, sitting, reaching, and more. Scan the activity QR codes to see public Instagram demonstrations.
Know when to ask
Find age based “when to pay attention” sections and an introduction to getting support when you have questions about development.
Inside your guide
Support for every stage of the first year
Return to the next section as your baby grows. Each age section includes an overview, key milestones, play ideas, and things to pay attention to.
0 TO 3 MONTHS
Building the foundation
Head control, early movement, visual engagement, and becoming comfortable on the floor.
3 TO 6 MONTHS
Gaining control
Tummy time strength, rolling, reaching, grasping, and early sitting support.
6 TO 9 MONTHS
Moving with purpose
Sitting balance, transitions, crawling practice, and exploring through movement.
9 TO 12 MONTHS
Mobility and exploration
Pulling to stand, cruising, standing practice, and hands that are ready to explore.
Progress, not perfection
Small moments matter.
Your baby does not need a perfectly planned day of activities. This guide encourages simple opportunities for play within the routines you already share.
“This is not a checklist your baby needs to pass.”
From Your Baby’s First Year
Meet your guide
Meet Laurel
Laurel McMillan, MA, OTR/L
Occupational therapist and founder of Little Roos Pediatric Therapy
Laurel works with infants, children, and families to make development easier to understand and support. She created this guide to give parents clear, practical ideas they can bring into everyday life.
Her approach centers on play, connection, and helping you feel more confident as you learn your baby’s cues.
A few helpful details
Before you get started
What will I receive?
A 28 page digital PDF covering motor development from birth through 12 months, with milestone explanations, play ideas, activity QR codes, and guidance on seeking support. No physical book is included.
Who is this guide for?
Parents and caregivers who want a practical introduction to supporting their baby’s motor development through everyday play during the first year.
Where do the QR codes take me?
The activity QR codes link to public Instagram demonstrations from Little Roos. An internet connection is needed to view them. You do not need to purchase the Purposeful Play with Babies course to access those public resources.
Is the video course included?
No. This purchase is for the e-book only. Purposeful Play with Babies is a separate video course focused on the first 6 months.
Does this replace individual care?
No. This is an educational resource, not an individual assessment or treatment plan. If you have concerns about your baby’s development, reach out to your pediatrician or a qualified pediatric therapist.
What is the refund policy?
This is a digital download. All sales are final. No refunds.
Your Baby’s First Year
Feel clearer about what comes next.
Keep practical milestone guidance and purposeful play ideas close at hand as your baby grows.
$7.99
One time purchase · Digital PDF
Get My E-book for $7.99All sales are final. No refunds.
