Question
Is it normal for a three-month-old baby to not lift its head when lying on the floor?
Answer
It is normal for a three-month-old baby to not lift its head when lying on the floor, as their skeletal development is still incomplete. Generally, the neck will start to become slightly firm within 4 to 5 months. By three months, you can give your baby calcium supplements to help with bone growth and can also appropriately supplement their diet. Three-month-old babies usually respond loudly and will turn their heads from side to side while looking at people’s faces. When their mother teases them, they will make sounds and laugh. If they are lying on a table or bed, they can lift their heads. If a three-month-old baby does not lift its head, it may be considered for rehabilitation therapy. Rehabilitation therapy should begin as soon as possible and should be done by experienced pediatric rehabilitation professionals.