your baby development
You will notice that he takes turns with you while making sounds, and strings different sounds together during your chats.
Developmental Delays Some babies have delays in their development, which might indicate a problem. Tell your baby’s doctor if your baby …
At One Month:
• Has diffi culty sucking, is a slow feeder or gags while feeding.
• Does not respond to bright light or loud sounds.
• Does not track close objects visually. • Seems very loose or very stiff.
At Two Months: • Does not smile when hearing a familiar voice.
• Does not smile at faces. • Does not grab onto objects. • Cannot support his head on his own.
At Three Months:
All babies de- velop differently. It’s not a race, but a journey to enjoy!
• Does not reach for interesting objects or toys.
At Four Months:
• Does not bring objects to her mouth. • Does not coo or try to imitate you.
• Does not push her legs down onto a surface when held upright.
• Is either not interested in or is overly distressed by new faces.
• Rarely moves her arms or legs, or only moves one side of her body.
At Six Months: • Does not roll over. • Seems unable to bring things to his mouth. • Does not reach for things close to him. • Does not respond to noises. • Does not laugh or squeal. • Is not affectionate with his caregivers.
• Does not seem interested in his hands. • Cannot hold his head up while on his belly.
As the months progress, your baby will become more and more fascinating. It can be tempting to measure how your baby stacks up to the competition, but it’s important to know that all normal babies develop differently. It’s not a race, but a journey to enjoy!
Pediatrician Elizabeth Shashaty, MD, is on staff at Children’s National Medical Center and Medstar Georgetown University Hospital, both in Washington, DC. She is also the mother of three young children.
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