#AskTheExpert my 5.5 months old baby is not holding toys..he tries to reach for a toy..but doest not hold it..otherwise his handmovemnts are fine..thumb sucking..and he keeps playing with his hands

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POOJA KOTHARIMom of a 8 yr 6 m old boy2 years ago

A. All babies develop at their own pace, but in general, you can expect your baby to start working on grabbing things between 3 and 6 months old. They'll start by swiping at toys hanging overhead and grasping an object you put in their hand.

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