Here are things you might want to watch out for:. Mom Tip: Premature babies are predisposed to vision problems and should be examined by an ophthalmologist before they head home from the hospital. Understanding Your Baby's Developing Vision. By Emily Cook April 01, Save Pin More. Your baby's vision will go from blurry to bright in a few months. Know the milestones as your baby's vision develops, and learn how to help accommodate his changing eyesight.
This week-by-week, month-by-month guide will guide you through the process. Start Slideshow. Credit: Shutterstock. Credit: Digital Vision.
Click here for downloadable black-and-white PDFs to help stimulate Baby's vision. Click here for cards to excite Baby's eyes. Newborn Baby Looking Up. Mom Playing with Newborn. Credit: Thayer Allyson Gowdy. Learn more about Baby's neck muscles. Moves eyes and head toward light sources. Tracks objects horizontally across midline especially faces.
Makes eye contact and focuses on a caregiver. Tracks an object both vertically and circularly. Recognizes faces. Begins to move eyes independently from head.
Exhibits increased light sensitivity. Studies hands or feet. Becomes easily distracted by interesting sights. Holds intense eye contact for longer periods of time. Watches and studies own hands and feet, as well as toys. Observes toys falling and rolling away. Babies know they're loved and cared for when they're held, hugged, and kissed.
Make it fun, too. Your baby will respond joyfully to a game of "This Little Piggy" as you touch your baby's toes or fingers. Introduce different textures and temperatures: the softness of a feather, the hardness of a wooden block, the cool feel of a window in winter.
When babies feel the world around them, they learn about life. If you want a little reassurance that your baby's senses are working well, you can do some unscientific testing for yourself. For example, if you're worried about your baby's vision, notice if your baby watches your face closely. Does your baby watch moving objects? Your baby may appear cross-eyed when trying to look at something that is close. This is usually normal in the first few months. Let your doctor know if your child's eyes turn in or out.
If you're still worried about your little one's hearing or vision, talk to your doctor. The earlier problems with seeing and hearing are found, the better they can be treated.
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