17/02/2026
✨ What to expect from your 3-month-old & how to support their development ✨
At 3 months, your baby is becoming more alert, curious, and interactive with the world around them. Here’s what you may notice and how you can encourage their development:
👶 Raising their head during tummy time – Your baby may lift their head to about 45° (or higher) while on their tummy. Encourage this with daily tummy time and engaging face-to-face interaction.
👀 Tracking objects – They can follow moving objects or faces with their eyes. Use colourful toys, slow movements, and talk while they watch.
✋ More exploratory hand use – Hands are opening more, moving toward objects, and often going to the mouth. Offer safe toys with different textures to explore.
🧸 Early self-soothing – Some babies may suck their hands or fingers to calm themselves.
😊 Social engagement – More smiling, cooing, and responding to familiar voices. Talk, sing, and respond to their sounds.
💪 Improved head and neck control – Better control when supported in sitting and during carrying.
🔊 Responding to sounds – Turning toward voices and showing interest in different sounds.
