Is It Normal for a Baby to Lift Its Head at One Month Old?

Question

I recently noticed that whenever I pick up the baby, the baby always tries to lift its head. I want to know if it’s normal for a baby to lift its head at one month old?

Answer

It is normal for a one-month-old baby to lift its head, indicating that the baby is healthy and does not suggest a lack of calcium or any relation to cerebral palsy. Typically, children with cerebral palsy are unable to lift their heads. This condition is caused by severe brain hypoxia at birth. Therefore, there is no need to be overly concerned. As long as the baby’s mental state is good, and their diet and sleep are normal, there is no need to worry. If you still have doubts, you can go to the local pediatric hospital for a check-up to ensure the baby’s health. In any case, we should closely monitor the baby’s various symptoms to timely detect and treat any potential issues.