1. Growth and development of eight-month-old babies Eight-month-old babies are in an important period of growth and development, and their height and weight are growing rapidly. At this time, the baby can already sit up and start exploring the world around him. They develop a keen interest in sounds, colors and shapes and are able to grasp objects through hand movements. In addition, eight-month-old babies will also begin to try to crawl and stand. Dietary needs of babies between two and eight months old. At this stage, breast milk or formula milk is still the main food source. However, eight months old