I’m able to hold an item with both hands at the same time. To do so I use my thumb and my index finger and/or my middle finger.
I enjoy playing with my legs and I find it easy to keep my feet in my mouth.
You can observe an oblique sitting position (I support my body with my forearm on an extended elbow) from which I can get on all fours.
I will be crawling like a soldier in this period. I will be alternating between moving my arms and legs and my belly will be sliding on the floor.
If I don’t start crawling yet, you might observe the so-called belly-crawling, which is when a baby only uses its arms to move.
I should be able to keep the sitting position but if I don’t do it yet, don’t worry as each child develops this ability in their own time.
Week 29. - What is my baby development at 28 week ?
I extend both arms when I see my reflection in the mirror. I try to play with the reflection by joyfully clapping my hands.
I train my voice by making low and high sounds, as well as exclamations of satisfaction.
I perform bouncing. When you hold me upright, under my arms, with my feet touching the ground, I will energetically bend and straighten my legs using my ankle, knee, and hip joints. These will be my first attempts at standing and walking.
I’m able to roll over. I roll around in different directions vigorously.
My ever-louder and melodic cooing is not purposeful yet.
Week 30. - Newborn's 30. week - what to expect
I’m able to find toys that you hid from me and I follow moving objects with my eyes.
I’m becoming more and more social and I’m looking for contact with you and my environment.
I’m beginning to understand the concept of object permanence. I suspect that hidden objects don’t disappear forever.
My first baby teeth are growing but even without them I’m gaining skills of biting and chewing.
I begin to show my emotions more and more. I’m happy to see people I know and I keenly react to known sounds.
Week 31. - What is my baby development at 31 week ?
Before I do something new, I will look at you searching for tips on what to do. This is a sign of my trust and that I understand more complicated issues.
I’m acquiring the ability to judge how far the things in sight are.
At this stage I recognize more important skin sensations. My superficial sensation is already very well developed. Because of that it’s easier for me to get to know the world and my surroundings.
I’m able to grab a mug or a bottle and lift it up to my mouth without anyone’s help.
I’m still fascinated by my body and I love playing with my arms and legs and swinging them vigorously.
Week 32. - How is my baby development at 32 week?
I now recognize rhymes, counting and nursery rhymes that I’ve heard before.
My visual receptors are already able to register all colours.
I enjoy looking at falling items. It helps me learn about the cause and effect relationship. I find repeated events and phenomena very attractive as it makes me feel in control of the situation.
I can wave goodbye and I react to the phrase “bye bye”.
I cry when there’s a strong stressor such as a sudden shriek, outburst of laughter, sneezing, or a needle injection.