Week 15
If your baby reaches for a toy, don't expect him to make contact the first few times - he is still developing hand-eye coordination. Rattles and dangling toys on a bouncy seat will help develop this dexterity. Vary the choice of toys to stimulate your baby's curiosity - he is most intrigued by multi-textured toys, bright primary colors, and things that make sounds.
Your baby will still suck on his hands for comfort and to cope with stress until his motor skills improve and he can manipulate other items into his mouth. Just expect everything your baby picks up (and soon, those little feet) to go straight into his mouth for the next several months.
Although your baby's neck muscles have gained an impressive amount of strength in just a few short months, you may notice his neck still wobbles a bit, especially if you pull him from a lying position into a sitting position. Continue to support his neck whenever necessary and use smooth motions (never sharp or quick) when transitioning from one position to another.
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