When Do Babies Start Sitting?

Baby Sitting

Babies must be able to hold their heads up without support and have enough upper body strength before being able to sit up on their own. At 2 months, most babies can begin holding their heads up, and begin pushing up with their arms while lying on their stomachs. A baby typically can hold his/her head steady without support, at 4 months, and at 6 months, he/she begins to sit with a little help. At 9 months he/she sits well without support, and gets in and out of a sitting position but may require help. At 12 months, he/she gets into the sitting position without help. To strengthen your baby’s upper body and neck muscles tummy time exercise are recommended. Around 6 months, encourage sitting up by helping your baby to sit or support him/her with pillows to allow him/her to look around. For more information contact www.helpmegrowmn.org

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