What a child can and should be able to do at 3 months

Your baby has become “very big”! Compared to the little lump of happiness you brought home three months ago, he has already learned so much! If you look closely at what a child is capable of at the age of three months, it turns out that not so little.

Physical skills

• First of all, he has already fully adapted to life outside his mother’s tummy. He can firmly lie on his back and not look for support;
• Now he can long examine his arms and legs, bring them together, pull the fists into his mouth. And if possible, then the leg. Trying to reach outstretched toy, take it with your fingertips. The kid no longer clenches his hands into fists, he is happy to try to hit a toy hanging over him (for example, hanging over him mobile);
• He is already following with interest his eyes on the toys that are moving before his eyes, he turns his head. Easily finds a source of sound, turns his head in that direction;
• At three months, the baby is already so strong that it can roll over from the back to the barrel. Some kids even manage to roll over on their tummy. The first time this action may scare him, but very soon he will fall in love with this occupation. And she will also begin to help herself - to build on the side of the bed. (when do children start rolling over?);
• By the age of three months, the baby begins to more actively explore the world on the palate, sucking everything that it can take with pens. First of all, the baby sucks its fists or fingers;
• The baby can lie on the tummy for a long time, resting on the forearm. He even prefers such a pose, because everything can be viewed better. Some children make a “boat” from time to time - they simultaneously lift the head and legs, but do not lean on the handles. It is impossible to lie down for so long at this age, but this exercise helps strengthen the muscles of the back;
• It’s still hard for him to crawlare too weak for this muscle, but the baby can already rotate in a horizontal plane. Leaving him in the crib with his head to one side, in a few minutes he will be in a completely different position. These movements develop skills for him to crawl further;
• The baby’s legs become much stronger - when it is supported, slightly placed on a support, it is pushed away from it;
• You can play “baby football” with him! Put a ball near the legs, and your young athlete will push him away;
• He already knows how to bring the handles together and lock them into the lock! And very soon he will be able to hug you.

A baby at 3 months, in an upright position, must confidently hold his head. Some are half a minute, others are a few. If there is no such symptom, consult a doctor.

Emotional skills

It may seem unbelievable, but even at such a tender age, a person shows his character.

• A little man already knows his family well, he is quickened when he sees loved ones. He smiles broadly, begins to laugh, squeal with delight. Strangers, on the other hand, can cause him to be wary, even fear, even to the point of crying;
• A great achievement - at 3 months the baby learned to act up! (Important article: How to react to the vagaries of a child) You will immediately notice this by the nature of his crying. When the baby is naughty, his cry is no longer plaintive. It is rather a whimper. The baby at this time is most often simply bored, he wants to communicate. If you leave him alone, do not pay attention, a whimper can be replaced by a cry. But to prevent this from happening, you just need to talk with the baby, grab a pen, play with him for a minute - discontent will pass. The face will again shine with a smile. (How to understand the reasons for the crying baby?);
• His speech becomes more expressive, some consonants are added. The kid will be happy to sing along. And if you speak with the baby in his tongue, he will begin to answer you. And it will be a full-fledged dialogue that brings the child true pleasure;
• It can stay awake for some time, looking at its pens or toys on a mobile;
• A special pleasure is given to him by bath procedures. He is ready to take a bath at least all day, and is already starting to indulge in it and splatter.

At this age, it is important to remember that the baby learns to roll over, so it should not be left unattended. If you need to go away for a while, take care of his safety. The child can be left in the crib or on the rug on the floor. He can play on his own for about 3-4 minutes, while more of his attention is not enough. The rest of the time he really needs his mother’s hands and communication with relatives.

And if you are suddenly told that your three-month-old baby should be able to do more, do not worry, because you and he will have so many new discoveries and wonders! Good luck to you!

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UPD: What should alert parents to the development of a three-month-old baby

Despite the fact that all children develop at their own pace, there are some points in the behavior of the child that must be paid attention to. This is an occasion to turn to specialists for advice and help.

Deviations in the development of the child 3 months

• does not respond to the smile and gaze of an adult (there is no animation complex), does not sound;
• he cannot keep his head;
• does not respond to noise. If the rattle rings, it does not turn its head in its direction;
• not enough toys, not pulling pens in his mouth, not interested in what surrounds him.

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