3-Month Child Developmental Milestones

No two children develop, grow and learn in the same way or at the same pace. However, children do develop in certain predictable ways. Listed below are common developmental milestones for 3-month-old babies.

moving icon Moving - Physical or Motor Development

  • Lifts head and chest when lying on stomach.
  • Moves arms and legs easily and vigorously.
  • Shows improved head control.

talking icon Talking - Communication and Language Development

  • Makes cooing sounds.
  • Chuckles in response to you.
  • Cries when hungry or uncomfortable.
  • Makes gurgling noises.

interacting icon Interacting - Social and Emotional Development

  • Quiets to familiar voice or touch.
  • Smiles at people.
  • Enjoys being hugged and cuddled.

thinking icon Thinking - Cognitive Development

  • Recognizes breast or bottle.
  • Follows movement by turning head.
  • Startles at loud noises.

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