3-6 months Milestones
Here are the key development milestones for babies aged 3-6 months. Every child develops at their own pace — use this as a general guide.
Cognitive
- Reaches for toy with one hand
- Lets you know if happy or sad
- Puts things in mouth to explore
- Looks for hidden toys
Language/Communication
- Begins to babble
- Copies sounds
- Cries in different ways to show needs
- Responds to name
- Strings vowels together (ah, eh, oh)
Movement/Physical
- Holds head steady, unsupported
- Pushes up to elbows when on tummy
- Rolls from tummy to back
- Holds and shakes a toy
- Rolls over in both directions
Important Note
Every child develops at their own pace. These milestones are general guidelines based on typical development. If you have concerns about your child's development, consult your pediatrician.
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