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📌How many months should a child be able to hold his head?
A newborn baby cannot hold its head independently, so it is important to hold its head by its neck when breastfeeding and lifting.
❓When does the child raise his head?
Normally, the baby begins to try to lift his head while lying on his stomach for 2-3 weeks after birth. When lifting, it can stand in this position for a few seconds (30-60 seconds).
By the third month, the baby begins to lift his head comfortably while lying on his stomach. He can also hold when lifting, but still it is necessary to hold the child's neck and head during this period, because the neck muscles are not yet sufficiently developed.
By the fourth month, the baby's neck muscles are much tighter, he can now independently turn his head to the side and hold it when lifting. As he lies on his stomach, he begins to lift his chest as well.