Question

The baby has exceeded 100 days old and all other developments are normal, but the baby’s head support strength is weak, causing the head to sway easily. Is this normal? How should parents train the baby to enhance their head stability?

Answer

Generally, a three-month-old baby should be able to lift their head, and by the time they are four months old, lifting their head should be quite stable. For two-month-old babies, parents can start gradually guiding the baby in practicing head lifting. It is recommended to let the baby assume a prone position, as this will naturally encourage the baby to try to lift their head. Each practice session should be limited to 3 to 5 minutes, and there should be at least 3 to 5 sessions per day. During the training, parents should supervise the baby at all times to prevent the risk of suffocation.