Source: bing.comCongratulations on your little one turning 3 months! At this stage, your baby will be more active, alert and starting to show their personality. There are many exciting developmental milestones that your baby will reach during this stage of their life. Here are some things you can expect from your 3 month old baby.
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Gross Motor Skills
Your baby’s gross motor skills will be improving dramatically during this month. You may notice your baby is starting to roll over from their tummy to their back, or back to their tummy. They may also be able to lift their head and chest when lying on their stomach, and support their head when sitting up with support. At 3 months old, your baby might also start kicking their legs and bouncing excitedly when you hold them.
Fine Motor Skills
Your baby’s fine motor skills at 3 months will be developing more slowly than their gross motor skills. However, they will start to show an interest in grasping objects and may even be able to hold a toy for a short amount of time. Your baby will also start to bring their hands to their mouth and bat at objects dangling in front of them.
Social Development
At 3 months old, your baby will start to enjoy interacting with you more. You will start to see more smiles, coos, and gurgles. They will also start to recognize familiar faces and may even start to show a preference for certain people. It’s important to talk to your baby and make eye contact with them as much as possible during this stage, as it will help with their social development.
Sleep
Your baby’s sleep patterns at 3 months should be starting to become more regular. They may start sleeping for longer periods at night and taking shorter naps during the day. However, it’s important to remember that every baby is different and there is no “normal” when it comes to sleep patterns.
Feeding
At 3 months old, your baby will still be feeding frequently, typically every 2-4 hours. They may also start to develop a more regular feeding schedule. If you’re breastfeeding, it’s important to continue to feed on demand and watch for hunger cues, such as rooting, sucking on fists, and fussiness. If you’re bottle-feeding, your baby may start to drink more at each feeding.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. When should my baby start to reach for objects?
A. Your baby may start to reach for objects at around 3-4 months old. It’s important to make sure objects are safe and not a choking hazard.
Q. Should my baby be able to sit up at 3 months?
A. No, your 3 month old baby will not be able to sit up unassisted. They may be able to support their head and sit up with support.
Q. When will my baby start to laugh?
A. Your baby may start to laugh at around 3-4 months old, although every baby is different and may start to laugh earlier or later.
Q. How much should my baby be eating at 3 months?
A. Every baby is different, but at 3 months old they will typically be eating around 4-6 ounces per feeding.
Q. How often should I be playing with my 3 month old?
A. It’s important to interact with your baby as much as possible, but every baby is different. Some babies may prefer more playtime while others may prefer more quiet time.
In conclusion, your 3 month old baby will be hitting many exciting milestones during this stage of their life. Make sure to continue talking to and interacting with your baby as much as possible, and enjoy watching them grow and develop.