{"id":5902,"date":"2022-01-10T09:00:00","date_gmt":"2022-01-10T09:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/?p=5902"},"modified":"2026-03-10T14:12:33","modified_gmt":"2026-03-10T14:12:33","slug":"your-baby-months-1-to-3","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/newborn-essentials\/your-baby-months-1-to-3\/","title":{"rendered":"Your Baby: Months 1 to 3"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n<p>After bringing your gorgeous babe into the world, it\u2019s natural to start thinking about when he or she will begin to do things. When will their tiny fingers curl around yours or close into fists? Or when will your little one first react to a loud noise? Your job is to help their development and let them know that the world is a friendly place, so they can learn to feel safe and loved. Remember that babies learn and develop far quicker than expected, and it won\u2019t be long until you have a walking and talking mini you right in front of you!<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/image.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"940\" height=\"650\" class=\"wp-image-5903\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/image.png\" alt=\"Smiling baby laid on the floor\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/image.png 940w, https:\/\/www.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/image-300x207.png 300w, https:\/\/www.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/image-768x531.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 940px) 100vw, 940px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>However, before we get to that stage, we\u2019re going to look at the first three months of your babe\u2019s development.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2>How Much Will My Baby Grow Between 1 to 3 Months?<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Keep in mind that little ones will all grow at a different pace. However, the following is a rough guideline for boys and girls aged 1 to 3 months:<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><strong>Weight<\/strong> \u2013 around about 1.5 to 2 pounds each month.<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Height<\/strong> \u2013 around about 1 inch each month.<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Head size<\/strong> \u2013 around about 0.5 inches each month.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Your bub will go through periods where they\u2019re hungrier and fussier than normal. Don\u2019t panic, this is absolutely normal! This increase in wanting to munch away means your little one is going through a growth spurt. If you\u2019re breastfeeding, you may find they want to eat more often during certain times of the day, and sometimes, it could be every hour \u2013 this is called <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/start4life\/baby\/feeding-your-baby\/bottle-feeding\/how-to-bottle-feed\/cluster-feeding\/#:~:text=Cluster%20feeding%20usually%20happens%20during,nothing%20to%20be%20concerned%20about.&amp;text=Your%20baby%20may%20cluster%20feed,going%20through%20a%20growth%20spurt.\">cluster feeding<\/a><em>.<\/em> Formula-fed babes may also want to eat more often, or you\u2019ll find they want to drink more formula than normal during feedings.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Between 1 to 3 months, you\u2019ll start to learn the signs that show that your bub is hungry or full. You\u2019ll know your child is hungry when they seem:<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><strong>Restless<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Cry a lot<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Stick out their tongue<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Suck on their hands and lips<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>You\u2019ll know your cutie is full when they no longer seem interested in being fed or they fall asleep at the end of a feeding session. Remember \u2013 little ones\u2019 tummies are teeny tiny, so they need to be burped after feedings to let go of gas that could cause discomfort.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>During 1-to-3-month check-ups, your doctor will measure your bub\u2019s weight, length and head size to check their growth against a standardized growth chart. Your little one may be large, small or medium-sized when compared to the growth chart. However, if this growth pattern stays consistent, chances are your sweetheart\u2019s progress will be just fine.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>If your babe was born prematurely, remember not to compare their growth and development to a full-term child. Premature little ones will need to be observed more closely and may need to be weighed more often during their first few months, to check that their growth is on the right track.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2>1 Month Old Baby Development<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/image-1.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"940\" height=\"627\" class=\"wp-image-5904\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/image-1.png\" alt=\"sleeping baby cuddling a teddy bear\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/image-1.png 940w, https:\/\/www.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/image-1-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/www.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/image-1-768x512.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 940px) 100vw, 940px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Let\u2019s start with your 1-month-old baby:<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3>Hearing<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Of course, your little treasure will have been able hear you and all the outside noises whilst in the womb. However, their hearing will have developed even more so that they can hear you loud and clear now that they\u2019re finally out in the real world. Make sure you continue to talk to your cutie frequently and don\u2019t shy away from normal household jobs. In fact, it\u2019s good for your bub to hear noises like hoovering, as eventually they\u2019ll need to get used to it. And if you shake a rattle or clap your hands, you may even be lucky enough to see your baby\u2019s reaction. Whether that\u2019s a slight movement or a blink \u2013 it\u2019ll be a magical moment you won\u2019t want to miss!<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3>Vision<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Even though everything will look quite fuzzy through your bub\u2019s eyes, they can still see at around about 30cm. If you lean in nice and close, your cutie will be able to see you. Although, your features won\u2019t be in HD detail at this point! They\u2019ll also be able to track your finger or an object if you hold it close enough into their line of vision. And if you\u2019re lucky, you may even witness your little one follow it with their eyes and turn their head. Keep in mind that this can sometimes make babies look a little cross eyed. However, it\u2019s nothing to worry about as focusing on something at their tender age takes a lot of practice and effort!<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3>One-way conversation<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Soon, your cherub will start making noises \u2013 and this\u2019ll be an exciting milestone to hear for the first time! It won\u2019t be talking as such of course, but making little murmurs, gurgling and grunting will still be a jumping for joy moment for all mummies and daddies. As your baby gets used to the noises they\u2019re making, as well as picking up what\u2019s going on around them, they\u2019ll start to utter more recognisable words after a few months. But in the meantime, keep chatting away and interacting with your babe, because if nothing else, it\u2019ll tire your bub out for bedtime. And that means more well-deserved rest for mummy and daddy!<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Keep in mind that your bub will mainly continue to communicate through crying at this stage. Listen closely and you\u2019ll be able to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.whattoexpect.com\/first-year\/week-10\/decoding-cries.aspx\">decode their different teary noises<\/a>. The basic to remember is that a short, low-pitched wail that seems pleading typically means that they\u2019re in the mood for food. On the other hand, whiny, nasal, continuous tears are your little one\u2019s way of telling you that they\u2019re sleepy or uncomfortable \u2013 it\u2019s either time for bed or a nappy change!<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3>Heads up<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Although your bub\u2019s muscles are still quite weak, you\u2019ll notice that they may start trying to move their head and support themselves more and more as each day passes. This will probably only be for a few seconds at a time. However, it\u2019s still an important part of their development and learning. Remember, even if your bub is trying to support their own head, it\u2019s still super important that mummy and daddy carry on supporting their heads too. You can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.parents.com\/baby\/development\/when-can-my-baby-hold-her-head-up\/#:~:text=You%20can%20stop%20supporting%20your,over%2C%20cruising%2C%20and%20crawling!\">stop supporting their head once they have built up enough neck strength<\/a> (typically around 3 or 4 months). However, if in doubt, always ask your doctor!<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3><em>1 month old sleep schedule<\/em><\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>For those first, and super special, couple of months, newborns won\u2019t be able to tell the difference between daytime and night-time. This is because they haven&#8217;t developed their own circadian rhythms which basically means their body clock hasn\u2019t set itself properly yet. This is why your little 1 month old snoozer may happily sleep for long stretches during the day and then wake up a lot more during the night. Cuties at this age can sleep from 8 to 16\/18 hours every day.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Remember that your little one\u2019s stomach is very small at this stage, so they\u2019ll consume breast milk\/formula very quickly. This is why newborns need to be fed every 2 to 3 hours to satisfy those hungry tums. Your bub should wake up regularly for night-time feeds, but if they don\u2019t, wake them up every 3 to 4 hours to feed them. This is only until they establish a pattern of weight gain (normally within the first couple of weeks). After that, a full-term babe with no medical conditions doesn\u2019t need to be woken up for feedings \u2013 more time for sweet dreams!<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2>2 Month Old Baby Development<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/image-2.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"940\" height=\"627\" class=\"wp-image-5905\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/image-2.png\" alt=\"sleeping and smiling baby\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/image-2.png 940w, https:\/\/www.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/image-2-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/www.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/image-2-768x512.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 940px) 100vw, 940px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Now that those hectic and busy, and not to mention tiring, first few weeks are over and done with, chances are that you\u2019re starting to feel a lot more human after labour! And in month two, your cutie will have discovered there\u2019s more to life than just eating, sleeping and crying.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>So, what can you expect in month two of your bub\u2019s life?<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3>Routine<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Although it\u2019s highly unlikely that your little one will be sleeping through the night, it\u2019s possible that they\u2019ll be sleeping longer between feeds. And this is where you\u2019ll both be falling into a familiar pattern, which is super important for consistency, development and your sanity most of all! Try to stick to a bedtime routine \u2013 bath and bed by a certain time, and make sure that you\u2019re home in time for snoozing (if you can help it). If something disturbs yours and your angel\u2019s pattern, it could confuse them and cause a few teary eyes.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3>Smiles all around<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Around about when your babe is two months old, you can expect to see their first <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uofmhealth.org\/health-library\/ue5463#:~:text=Around%202%20months%20of%20age,a%20way%20to%20engage%20others.&amp;text=They%20draw%20people%20to%20them,love%20to%20cuddle%20and%20laugh.\"><em>social smile<\/em><\/a><em>, <\/em>and maybe even a giggle\u2013 the most heart-warming sound in the world! This is a huge reward for you being super mum of the year pushing through endless nights of crying, nappies and cleaning up sick. Your little one\u2019s first smile is something you\u2019ll never forget and treasure forever. And who knows, if you\u2019ve got a camera at hand when it happens, you may even be lucky enough to capture this special milestone!<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>As your baby continues to grow this month, carry on playing with them \u2013 pulling funny faces, making noises and talking to them. These all help with their all-important development, and you never know, they may even start copying you. Now, that\u2019s definitely a sight you don\u2019t want to miss!<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3>Check ups<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>You can expect a 6-week check-up that\u2019ll happen within their second month. Your health visitor will check the following:<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><strong>Weight, length and head size<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Eyes, heart, hips and genitals<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Ask you about how your baby is generally doing \u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Your check-up is a great time to ask any questions or discuss any concerns you may have. It could also be a time for you to consider going back onto contraception \u2013 unless your little miracle has already made you broody for baby number two!<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3>Moving<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>You\u2019ll notice during this month that your cherub will start moving more and more. If you shine a light, chances are they\u2019ll turn their head to see what it is. The same goes for if you stand by their side and start talking to them. And your little smarty-pants may even be rolling over (tummy to back is normally first). Before you know it, you\u2019ll be on watch having to stop your little adventurer from attempting to wander off all the time!<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3><em>2 month old sleep schedule<\/em><\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Every little one\u2019s snoozing needs are different. However, a typical 2-month-old baby will sleep a total of 14 to 17 hours a day (including 4 to 6 naps). Day and night confusion should also be lessening at this stage, and you may also see longer stretches of sleep at night \u2013 yay! Though, if your bub\u2019s still waking up to feed every few hours or so \u2013 that\u2019s completely normal!<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>After two magical months with your baby, it\u2019s likely that you\u2019ve started to recognise a pattern. You probably now know when your bub tends to be awake and playful, and when they prefer to snooze. Therefore, at this stage, it\u2019s important to slowly introduce a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/uncategorized\/top-tips-for-getting-your-baby-to-sleep-and-stay-asleep\">bedtime routine<\/a> to help nurture healthy sleeping habits.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2>3 Month Old Baby Development<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/image-3.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"940\" height=\"628\" class=\"wp-image-5906\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/image-3.png\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/image-3.png 940w, https:\/\/www.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/image-3-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/www.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/image-3-768x513.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 940px) 100vw, 940px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>But what else can you look forward to in month 3 of your baby\u2019s life?<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3>Noisy baby<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>By now, your bub will have definitely found their vocal chords and we\u2019re sure you\u2019ll know all about it! They\u2019ll have expanded their range of talking to actually string together vowels and consonant sounds \u2013 even if it\u2019s goo goo ga ga! Aside from the crying and temper tantrums, you\u2019re probably now familiar with gurgling and even laughing. All in all, you can expect your cutie to definitely be experimenting with a variety of different noises from this month onwards. And you should encourage this by talking to your bub as much as possible. You can even play music for them, and who knows, maybe this\u2019ll be the start of your budding mini maestro!<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3>Guess who<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Your baby\u2019s eyesight will now have improved enough to allow them to see their reflection in the mirror. You can help with this by encouraging them to play with mirrored toys as well as other brightly coloured goodies that\u2019ll keep their attention\/keep them engaged. It\u2019s also super important to talk and sing to your bub much as possible. Noise and interaction in these early months will lay down the foundations of how your child will communicate and interact in the future.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3>Tummy time<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Your babe will enjoy spending time on their tum. However, it\u2019s best not to practice tummy time till after eating. Otherwise, you may find yourself with a messy and grumpy teeny tiny human on your hands \u2013 you\u2019ve been warned! You may find that your little one gets a little teary and frustrated when placed on their belly, as they won\u2019t be able to turn themselves over. However, your bub should be able to turn their head to a 45-degree angle if you call him\/her. If your child does cry, don\u2019t instantly run over to roll them over. Instead, let your little one get used to having a few moments of tummy time before coming to their rescue.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3>More smiles<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Whilst your sweetheart is the best gift that you have \u2013 seeing their smile is another gift in itself. Though, you may have seen them crack a smile in month two, now it\u2019s more than likely that they\u2019re smiling more often at you, and even passers-by! Their little grins will now be because they\u2019re replicating and copying you. Make sure when you\u2019re chatting away to your cherub, that you use your facial expressions, like smiling, to show what you\u2019re trying to say to them. This is all part of the learning curve for little (but clever) minds!<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3>Arms and legs<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>After being squashed up in a small space for so long, your little one still probably hasn\u2019t realised they\u2019ve got teeny tiny arms and legs. However, after a short amount of time, they\u2019ll start to notice that they have these additional limbs and they\u2019ll be fascinated by them! Make sure to encourage this development by popping a rattle or toy in their little hands to see if they\u2019ll grip it. Watch the excitement on their face as they try to grab it off you \u2013 it\u2019s adorable to say the least!<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3><em>3 month old sleep schedule<\/em><\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Your 3-month-old bundle of cuteness will continuously be changing. Not only will they be outgrowing nappies and onesies at a speedy pace, but their sleep requirements are evolving too. Every little one is different; however, a typical 3-month-old babe needs between 14 and 17 hours of sleep in a 24-hour period (including 3 to 4 naps totalling 4 to 6 hours). Still, it&#8217;s completely normal for a 3-month-old to snooze a little more or less than that. They may sleep also sleep for longer at night, maybe 5 hours, or even a little more, at a time. Don\u2019t panic if your babe is up more regularly though \u2014 some little ones will still wake up at this stage because they\u2019re hungry.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Your baby\u2019s first few months will fly by \u2013 so make sure to treasure every single moment! From their first smile to tummy time fun, you have so much to look forward to. In the first few months, you\u2019ll have mastered how to spot the signs that your babe\u2019s tired or hungry, and you\u2019ll have found your way round a dirty nappy. These are huge achievements \u2013 give yourself a pat on the back! And whilst the first 3 months can be both tiring and blissful, the next several months will be just as amazing and hopefully a little less exhausting. Remember, no matter what stage your little one\u2019s at, the most important thing is to enjoy it!<\/p>\r\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>After bringing your gorgeous babe into the world, it\u2019s natural to start thinking about when he or she will begin to do things. When will their tiny fingers curl around yours or close into fists? Or when will your little one first react to a loud noise? Your job is to help their development and let them know that the world is a friendly place, so they can learn to feel safe and loved. 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