Month 5 development
At five months old, big shifts are still happening in your baby’s brain. Here are some of the developmental milestones you can look out for this month:
Rolls over from front to back
Sits with support. Your baby may even start pushing up to a sitting position on their own later on this month.
Bears weight on legs
Reaches for and holds a rattle
Holds up head and chest on their own
Pushes to elbows from stomach
Actively attempts to reach objects that they spot
Follows objects with eyes
Chews on their hands
Smiles at people and recognizes familiar faces
Enjoys playing
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