By the time your baby reaches six months, they’ve already come a long way from their newborn days–get ready to see your baby’s new moves, grooves, and coos during this exciting time!
At six months, your baby is becoming more active and engaging. You’ll notice they’re more curious about the world around them, and their personality is starting to shine. Their physical growth may slow down relative to previous months, but by 6 months you should expect more exploratory, social, and audio/visual growth!
Movement becomes more intentional at this age. Look out for your baby rolling over from front to back and back to front, sitting up with support, and even starting to push up on their hands and knees, getting ready to crawl. These new skills are exciting steps towards greater mobility and independence.
Your baby’s senses are becoming sharper! They can now track objects and people with their eyes more accurately. You might notice them turning their head towards sounds and recognizing familiar voices, including yours!
Touch and smell are crucial for your baby's exploration of their environment. They’re likely to reach out and grab objects, exploring them with their hands and mouth. They may also show preferences for certain textures and react to different smells. This sensory exploration helps them learn about the world in a hands-on way.
Socially, your baby is becoming more interactive. Six months of age is a great time to introduce all sorts of games and activities! Expect more giggles, smiles, and maybe even the first sounds of babbling. They’re learning to express emotions and may start showing preferences for certain people. This is also a time when they begin to understand cause and effect, like shaking a rattle to make noise.
While all babies develop at their own pace, it’s important to keep an eye on their progress. If you have any concerns about your baby’s milestones, don’t hesitate to talk to your pediatrician. They can help you address concerns about your baby such as:
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