Your baby is now around 7–8 months old, and this stage is all about bigger movements, stronger muscles, and bolder flavors.
Some babies will master crawling, while others might skip straight to pulling themselves up to stand. Alongside their growing mobility, their menu of solid foods can expand to include more textures and even allergenic foods (introduced carefully).
What’s Happening with Your Baby in Weeks 29–32?
Crawling or scooting. Some babies move confidently on all fours, while others prefer rolling or belly-sliding.
Pulling up. Many babies try pulling themselves to a standing position using furniture or your hands.
Improved pincer grasp. They’ll begin using their thumb and forefinger to pick up smaller pieces of food or toys.
More expressive sounds. Babbling now includes more syllables and tone variations—like “ma-ma,” “da-da,” or “ba-ba” (still not intentional words yet).
Stronger separation awareness. They may cry when you leave the room, a normal part of their emotional development.
Your baby is now a little adventurer, eager to explore everything—so baby-proofing becomes more important than ever.
Feeding: Solids Becoming More Important
Around this stage, solids start to play a bigger role in nutrition, but breastmilk or formula is still essential.
You can:
Offer 2–3 meals a day with soft textures.
Introduce protein-rich foods like mashed beans, lentils, chicken, or fish.
Offer soft finger foods for self-feeding practice—steamed veggies, soft fruits, or small pasta.
Begin introducing common allergens (under your pediatrician’s guidance).
Introducing Allergenic Foods
This is the right time to carefully introduce allergens such as:
Well-cooked eggs (mashed or scrambled).
Peanut butter thinned with water or mixed into puree.
Yogurt or small amounts of soft cheese (unless dairy allergy is suspected).
Introduce one allergen at a time and monitor for reactions like rash, vomiting, or swelling. Always introduce new foods in the daytime so you can observe your baby afterward.
Poop Talk
As your baby eats more solids, poop continues to evolve:
Firmer texture due to more complex foods.
Wider color range depending on what they ate.
Occasional mild constipation, which can be eased with extra water or fiber-rich foods like pears and prunes.
Call your pediatrician if constipation becomes severe or if you see blood or unusual pale stools.
Movement and Safety
Mobility is the big theme here.
Crawling babies will explore every corner they can reach.
Pulling up to stand is the next big skill—they may even start “cruising” along furniture.
Baby-proofing is critical: secure furniture, cover outlets, and keep choking hazards out of reach.
Encourage movement by creating a safe space for crawling and pulling up.
Sleep During This Stage
With all the new skills, sleep might temporarily regress:
Babies sometimes practice crawling or pulling up in their crib instead of sleeping.
Separation anxiety can lead to more night waking.
Naps often stabilize into 2 longer naps per day.
Keep a consistent routine and give them extra comfort during this phase.
Playtime and Learning
Play becomes more intentional and exciting:
Stacking cups or soft blocks to knock down.
Toys that encourage cause-and-effect, like pop-up boxes or balls that roll.
Interactive books with flaps to lift.
Singing simple songs with hand motions.
This is also a good time to talk more to your baby—narrate what you’re doing, name objects, and respond to their babbles. It helps language development.
A Gentle Reminder
Weeks 29–32 are full of action and exploration. Your baby is becoming more mobile, more social, and more curious about food and the world around them.
It’s a busy stage, but also one of the most rewarding as you watch your baby gain confidence and independence.
What’s Coming Next?
Weeks 33–36 will bring even more movement—many babies will start cruising along furniture, some may even take first steps. We’ll also cover how to create a balanced meal routine as solids become a true part of their diet, along with milk feeds.