Original
04/06/2014 - 09/21/2014 Finished
Baby Steps (ベイビーステップ)
Diligent and methodical honor student Eiichirou Maruo decides to exercise more during the little free time he has available because he is worried about his health. For this reason, after seeing a flyer, he joins the Southern Tennis Club at the beginning of his freshman year. During his free trial at the club, he meets Natsu Takasaki, another first year student, who is determined on becoming a professional tennis player due to her love for the sport. In contrast, Eiichirou's study-oriented life exists because he believes that it is what he has to do, not because he enjoys it. However, his monotonous days come to an end as the more he plays tennis, the more he becomes fascinated by it. Baby Steps is the story of a boy who makes the most of his hard-working and perfectionist nature to develop his own unique playing style. Little by little, Eiichirou's skills begin to improve, and he hopes to stand on equal footing with tennis' best players.
25
Total episodes
25
Canon episodes
0
Filler episodes
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Canon episodes · 25 Filler episodes · 0
Every season
Seasons and sequels
You may wonder, how many seasons does Baby Steps have? Well, currently Baby Steps has a total of 2 official seasons. Below is a complete list of the anime's seasons, arranged chronologically, including prequels, sequels, and canonical spin-offs.
Discover all seasons and episodes of this anime in broadcast order. Each season develops a key part of the story, introducing new characters, story arcs, and important events. Select any season to view detailed information such as the number of episodes, release dates, and a complete plot description.
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Watch order: filler vs canon
You're in luck! Baby Steps doesn't have a single filler episode: all 25 episodes are canon. It's a faithful adaptation of the original manga, so you can enjoy it from first to last without skipping anything or checking any list of expendable episodes.
The 25 episodes of Baby Steps aired in 2014 and follow the story's chronological order. There are no transition episodes, no needless recaps, no arcs invented by the studio: every chapter advances the main plot and develops the characters just as the source material does.
In short, the watch order for Baby Steps is as simple as it gets: start at episode 1 and keep going to episode 25 without detours. If you came looking for which Baby Steps episodes are filler so you could skip them, the answer is that there aren't any.
Episode by episode
Complete guide by season
25 Episodes
| # | Episodes | Aired | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tennis and Notes04/06/2014 | 04/06/2014 | Canon |
| 2 | Methodical and Unorganized04/13/2014 | 04/13/2014 | Canon |
| 3 | The Contest is a Fight04/20/2014 | 04/20/2014 | Canon |
| 4 | Face of Conviction04/27/2014 | 04/27/2014 | Canon |
| 5 | A First Match Full of Surprises05/04/2014 | 05/04/2014 | Canon |
| 6 | Diamond in the Rough05/11/2014 | 05/11/2014 | Canon |
| 7 | 9-Square and Reality05/18/2014 | 05/18/2014 | Canon |
| 8 | One Year and Twenty Notebooks05/25/2014 | 05/25/2014 | Canon |
| 9 | Diligence is My Style06/01/2014 | 06/01/2014 | Canon |
| 10 | Unease on the Edge06/08/2014 | 06/08/2014 | Canon |
| 11 | Risk and Possibility06/15/2014 | 06/15/2014 | Canon |
| 12 | Improvement by Memory06/22/2014 | 06/22/2014 | Canon |
| 13 | Art and Technique06/29/2014 | 06/29/2014 | Canon |
| 14 | Putting the Pieces Together07/06/2014 | 07/06/2014 | Canon |
| 15 | Plan to Be Forceful07/13/2014 | 07/13/2014 | Canon |
| 16 | Beast and Initiative07/20/2014 | 07/20/2014 | Canon |
| 17 | Pro At My Age07/27/2014 | 07/27/2014 | Canon |
| 18 | Determination and Presentation08/03/2014 | 08/03/2014 | Canon |
| 19 | Resolve and Hell08/10/2014 | 08/10/2014 | Canon |
| 20 | Meat Buns and Yakisoba08/17/2014 | 08/17/2014 | Canon |
| 21 | Consistency and Change08/24/2014 | 08/24/2014 | Canon |
| 22 | Fundamentals are the Weakness08/31/2014 | 08/31/2014 | Canon |
| 23 | Reckless 100-Square09/07/2014 | 09/07/2014 | Canon |
| 24 | Duty and Desire09/14/2014 | 09/14/2014 | Canon |
| 25 | Eiichiro and Natsu09/21/2014 | 09/21/2014 | Canon |
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Common questions
Frequently asked questions
How many seasons does Baby Steps have?
Baby Steps has a total of 2 seasons. The series is completed. Each season is divided into multiple episodes with stories that advance the main plot of the anime.
How many episodes does Baby Steps have?
In total, Baby Steps has 25 episodes distributed across its 2 seasons. You can consult the complete episodes table to see the breakdown by season.
What is the best order to watch Baby Steps?
It is recommended to watch Baby Steps in chronological broadcast order. This means starting from season 1 and continuing sequentially to the last season. Check our watch order guide which includes information about filler vs canon episodes for an optimal experience.
Where can I watch Baby Steps online?
Baby Steps is available on the following streaming platforms: Animation Digital Network. Check the platforms section at the top of this page to access where you can watch the anime. Please note that availability may vary depending on your geographic region.
Watch on: Animation Digital Network
Is Baby Steps a complete anime?
Yes, Baby Steps is a completed anime. All seasons have already aired and you can enjoy the series in its entirety without waiting for new episodes.
How much filler does Baby Steps have?
No, Baby Steps does not have filler episodes. All its episodes are canon and faithfully follow the original manga story, so you can watch all episodes without worrying about skipping anything.
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