Development
2-3 Mths: Giggling & Grabbing
Newborns tend to work on reflex but by 3 months your baby should be
giggling, gurgling and grabbing.
As
she loses the newborn 'curled position' and lies flat, she'll learn to
roll over - and needs careful watching! Although many movements are still
not under her control, from 2 months onwards, she may begin 'swiping'
for objects.
Smash
and grab
By 3 months, she may have lost the reflex grasp entirely and be reaching
for objects. Now your baby discovers her hands - and her mouth. You'll
notice your baby's fists are uncurling more and her grasp shows more control.
She may hold things for a moment and will lift them to her mouth to suck.
Anything she grabs is likely to end up in her mouth so keep small items
well away.
Smile!
At around 2 months, your baby will reward
you with that wonderful first smile! She'll also begin to coo and gurgle
and may laugh out loud by 3 months.
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