Lifts both arms and feet while lying on his stomach
This is the child's ability to use large muscles. For example, a six-month-old baby learns how to sit up with some support, a 12-month-old baby learns to pull up to a stand holding onto furniture, and a five-year-old learns to skip.
TIP: He looks like he's tummy surfing, but is really building muscles in his back that will help him when the time comes to crawl. Be sure to have regular "tummy time" to help him develop muscle tone.
Concerned that your child hasn't met this milestone yet?
Concerned your child hasn't reached a milestone?
Children achieve milestones at different times – often related more to temperament than intelligence or ability. Tumblon presents the normal range for its developmental milestones. If you are concerned that your child has not achieved a milestone by the end of the normal range, you should discuss it with your pediatrician.
In addition Early Intervention Support provides evaluation for developmental delays and support services for children with diagnosed developmental delays. Early diagnosis and therapy (which is often free) can help many children overcome their delays. Find early intervention services in your state or ask a therapist.
Source: Your Baby's First Year: Week by Week
My son does this at just about 3 months. Why can't I write it as a milestone? I'll show you photos of him doing it. :)
— by Jeanne-Erin on November 30, 2008