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Mom of a 7 m old boy5 months ago

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#asktheexpert My 2.5 month doesn't make eye contact. Always try to look away. smiles only at fan and light. already started rollover from back to tommy. Look at us from distance but not from.1 or 2 feet distance.

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POOJA KOTHARIMom of a 8 yr 5 m old boy5 months ago

A. At 2.5 months, babies are still developing their vision and social skills, but they usually start making brief eye contact and responding to faces. If your baby consistently avoids eye contact and only smiles at objects like fans and lights while already achieving milestones like rolling over, it could simply be a preference or sensitivity to light. However, since eye contact is an important early social milestone, try engaging your baby with gentle face-to-face interactions, talking softly, and using toys with contrasting colors. If you notice a continued lack of eye contact over the next few weeks or if your baby doesn't respond to familiar voices or faces, it’s a good idea to discuss it with a pediatrician to rule out any developmental concerns. Keep observing and encouraging interaction in a playful, pressure-free way.

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