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Physical Development
At four months old, your baby girl is growing at a rapid pace. She will likely have doubled her birth weight by now and grown around 1-2 inches since birth. You may notice that her head is becoming more proportionate to her body, and her neck muscles are getting stronger, allowing her to hold up her head for longer periods. Your baby girl may also start showing signs of rolling over, so make sure to always supervise her closely, especially during tummy time!
Sensory Development
Your baby girl’s senses are becoming more finely tuned every day. She can now see objects that are further away and can track them with her eyes. She may also start reaching for objects and bringing them to her mouth, so keep small objects out of her reach. Her sense of hearing is also getting better, and she may start turning towards familiar sounds.
Cognitive Development
Your baby girl is starting to understand cause and effect. For example, when she reaches for a toy, she realizes that it moves. She may also start to grasp the concept of object permanence, which is the idea that objects still exist even when she can’t see them. At this age, your baby girl will also begin to recognize familiar faces and voices, so make sure to talk to her often!
Language Development
At four months old, your baby girl may start babbling and making cooing noises. She is also starting to learn more about language by listening to the sounds around her. Make sure to read to her often, sing songs, and talk to her frequently to encourage language development.
Social and Emotional Development
Your baby girl is becoming more social and interactive with the world around her. She may start to smile and laugh more often, especially when she sees familiar faces. At this age, your baby girl also starts to develop a sense of trust and security, so make sure to provide her with a stable and loving environment.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How much should a 4-month-old baby girl weigh?
On average, a 4-month-old baby girl will weigh around 12.5 pounds.
2. Can a 4-month-old baby girl roll over?
It is possible for a 4-month-old baby girl to start showing signs of rolling over, but it is not a development milestone that all babies reach at the same time.
3. How much should a 4-month-old baby girl be eating?
A 4-month-old baby girl will typically eat around 5-6 ounces of breast milk or formula every 2-3 hours throughout the day.
4. When should a 4-month-old baby girl start sitting up?
Most 4-month-old baby girls are not able to sit up unassisted. This is a developmental milestone that typically occurs between 6-8 months of age.
5. Can a 4-month-old baby girl recognize her parents?
Yes, a 4-month-old baby girl can recognize familiar faces and voices, including her parents.