What skills does your baby develop during their 4-5 month?

Before reading, you should know that these are general abilities you should expect to see, but this list is not comprehensive.

- Baby should be holding his or her head steady - Your baby's head should not lag when pulling to sit position - They should push down on their legs when their feet are on a hard supportive surface - Your baby should roll from their tummy to their back, or they may start rolling back to tummy - They should bring their hands to their mouth - During tummy time, they will push up to his or her elbows

How to engage with your 4-5 month old baby

-Read to your baby -Allow them to play with rattles, crinkly paper, or other toys that have sound - Engage in Tummy Time - place toys in front and to the side of your little one - Practice supported sitting playing in front of mirror.

If you have any questions or concerns about your child’s gross motor development, please call 253.237.3405 for an evaluation