hello, my baby boy is 3 months old. he loves to look at me (mom) smile and coo a lot. but he doesn't seem to look at other people in the eyes or their face. he looks at their clothes or somewhere else. is this okay?

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Author of questionMom of a 3 yr 1 m old boy2 years ago

A. thanks for your response doctor. when can I expect him to start socially smiling more?

Dr Vandan H KumarFather of a 7 yr 5 m old boy2 years ago

A. it's fine what you have described is totally normal and there is no need to worry regarding this. but if you feel that it it seems to be something different you can meet your doctor regarding this and the doctor will guide you.

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