2nd month of development
Time of the first genuine smiles and active development. Your baby becomes more social.
Overview
The second month of life is a time when your baby begins to show a true social smile, becomes more active, and shows interest in the surrounding world.
Baby development
The baby continues to grow rapidly, gaining about 600-800 grams per month. Their vision improves, and they can focus on objects up to 60 cm away.
Milestones
- True social smile
- Tracks moving objects
- Keeps the head in a vertical position
- Produces a variety of sounds
- Responds to parents' voices
Feeding
Feeding schedule becomes more predictable. The baby may feed 7-9 times a day, with longer intervals between feedings.
Sleep
Total sleep time remains 15-17 hours. The baby begins to distinguish day from night, and nighttime sleep becomes longer.
Safety
- Continue following safe sleep guidelines
- Start tummy time under supervision
- Avoid overheating the baby
- Regularly check the skin condition
Activities
Developmental activities: tummy time, showing bright toys, singing and talking, gentle touches and massage.