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First-time mom here!

My son is 7 weeks old. He tracks toys with his eyes, lifts his head during tummy time, moves his arms and legs well, and calms down when he’s picked up.

What I’m not seeing yet is much social engagement. He hasn’t smiled, rarely looks at our faces for more than a moment, doesn’t seem particularly interested when we approach him, and usually looks around the room during feeds instead of making eye contact. He also isn’t cooing yet.

I know all babies develop at their own pace, but I’m wondering whether any of your babies were similar at this age and then became more socially engaged over the following weeks or month…

First-time mom here!

My son is 7 weeks old. He tracks toys with his eyes, lifts his head during tummy time, moves his arms and legs well, and calms down when he’s picked up.

What I’m not seeing yet is much social engagement. He hasn’t smiled, rarely looks at our faces for more than a moment, doesn’t seem particularly interested when we approach him, and usually looks around the room during feeds instead of making eye contact. He also isn’t cooing yet.

I know all babies develop at their own pace, but I’m wondering whether any of your babies were similar at this age and then became more socially engaged over the following weeks or month…

First-time mom here!

My son is 7 weeks old. He tracks toys with his eyes, lifts his head during tummy time, moves his arms and legs well, and calms down when he’s picked up.

What I’m not seeing yet is much social engagement. He hasn’t smiled, rarely looks at our faces for more than a moment, doesn’t seem particularly interested when we approach him, and usually looks around the room during feeds instead of making eye contact. He also isn’t cooing yet.

I know all babies develop at their own pace, but I’m wondering whether any of your babies were similar at this age and then became more socially engaged over the following weeks or month…. I’m mainly looking for real-life experiences to help me understand what was normal for your child around 7 weeks.