29 - 32 Weeks.
Standing on his/her feet. You baby's not ready to pull him/herself up or start cruising around just yet but he/she will love getting in an upright postion while you support him/her. If you pull him/her up on thier feet and let go, they may be able to balance for a few seconds, but the more you do this causing them to bear weight on thier legs will help build the muscles that he/she needs to pull up on his/her own.
You'll notice baby has the memory and cognitive ability to figure out what's going to happen next. If he/she hears the keys jingling in the lock at 6pm, he/she kicks his/her legs in the anticipation of your arrival home from work. Your baby relies on sensory input- sounds, smells, sights - to figure out what's going on, in part because he/she's such a keen observer of his/her surroundings, and in part because he/she loves repetition and routine so much that he/she's quick to pick up on it. Be prepared for a meltdown if baby gets it wrong though.
Baby's fine motor skills are getting more sophisticated. He/she's comfortable banging, shaking, dropping, and throwing his/her toys. Baby may even be getting better at feeding him/herself by using his/her thumb and fingers to pick up food, instead of using his/her whole palm.
You baby's personality is starting to peek through a bit more now. His new activities are hilarious to him/her. Drop something and he/she will crack up. Even better he/she will show signs of having his/her own sense of humor, teasing you by proffering a toy, then taking it back again and giggling at your open mouthed dismay.
He/she is becoming more social now too. He/she can recognize all family members and loved ones and tried to entice you into playing with him by flashing a smile or even lifting his/her arms at your appearance.
Baby is learning new ways to discovering his/her enviroment, with skills to perfect and a whole house to explore.
Naps may shorten or disappear all together around now as well.
For more information on these milestones please visit parents.com
Have an Oh So Wonderful Day!
Catrina
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