#AskTheExpert I am teaching my child clapping for 1week now, he clap when I am holding his hand but when I leave his hand than he don’t clap by himself he turned 8 month yesterday.. I want to ask how much time will he take to learn these social skills

A. As early as 7 months of age, your little one may begin showing signs of hand movement mastery by waving or bringing their hands close together. By 9 months, many babies are able to clap (although at this point, it's in imitation, not celebration). Pointing follows soon after.