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The Landau reflex – not something out of Star Wars, but they will look like they're flying!

Your baby is now likely to be engaging in tummy time, or will be starting to do so. When lying on their tummy, you may see your baby arch their back and lift their arms and legs. This is also known as the Landau reflex, which is often present in babies when they are spending more time on their stomach.

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Your 'head strong' baby is defying gravity!

Your baby's movement abilities are rapidly growing, particularly in the spine and neck area. They've progressed from reflex-based movements to having more control over their body and making more deliberate moves while playing. Your baby may also be enjoying tummy time, which enables them to strengthen their spine and neck muscles while also offering them more control over their head movements.

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Every explorer needs a guide; for your baby, it's their mouth

Your baby is now more active than before and is starting to control their movements. They will be eager to explore their environment, but haven’t yet got the skills to squeeze and poke with their fingers to learn about objects. However, their mouths are full of nerves that tell them if something is soft or hard, cold or hot, and more. This makes their mouth perfect for exploring themselves and objects.^[1]

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