Question
My son is now over two months old and still cannot hold up his head; his body is rather soft. However, I see that the older members of my family hold him upright, and I am worried that this might not be good for the child. Dr., when can a baby be held upright?
Answer
Since the baby is still quite young and their spine development is not yet complete, it is recommended to hold them in a horizontal position as much as possible. Generally speaking, it is suggested to consider holding the baby upright only after they are three months old. However, this also depends on the individual development of the baby. If you do need to hold the baby upright, be mindful not to hold them for too long. It’s best to start trying to hold them upright after three months.