2 to 3 Months
Baby’s strong arms can now bear the weight of his upper body. At this stage, baby can entertain himself lying on the back. Kicks big time and can grab those colorful hanging toys in his reach. Immerse your baby’s developing sense of sight, sound and feel with colorful mobiles, rattles, musical toys and chunky textured books.
Listening to giggles and innocent babbles are so comforting to ears and soul after all.
Physical growth / Movement
Stay awake for longer times
Fewer bowel movements
Raises head and chest when lying on stomach
Can support upper body with arms during tummy time
Stretches legs out and kicks when lying either on stomach or back
Pushes down on legs when feet are touching a firm surface
Bring hand to mouth
Keep playing with hands
Can grab and reach toys
Can shake toys
Social / Emotional skills
Smiles at familiar sounds and faces
Enjoys playing with people
More responsive to siblings and caregivers
Recognizes known persons and things from a distance
Observe faces constantly
Demands more play with crying
Vocal / Communication skills
Make constant noises or babble
Giggles at funny faces
Begins to copy some sounds
Turns head towards direction of sound
Cognitive (learning, thinking and problem-solving) skills
Make constant noises or babble
Giggles at funny faces
Begins to copy some sounds
Turns head towards direction of sound