2-Month-Old Head Control Milestones 👶

It is important to understand what normal development is and what is acceptable development for a child. Understanding each stage of developmental milestones gives you an accurate way to decide if a child is exhibiting abnormal movements that might benefit from early intervention. In terms of motor control, the normal development begins from head to toe; a child who doesn't develop head control can have issues with the development of other milestones that follow. By 2 months of age, a baby should be able to hold their head up briefly, but they do not have full head control, and when they are in supported sitting, their head bobs. It is important to provide enough support to prevent excessive movement of the head. With appropriate screening as well as knowledge of milestone progression, enough information is obtained to decide how to proceed towards age appropriate developmental milestones.