What Might a 2-Month-Old Be Doing?

By around 2 months, many babies start making eye contact and responding with sounds. According to CDC milestones, most babies tend to show the following by this age.

Social/Emotional

Tends to calm down when spoken to or picked up.
Looks at your face more often.
Often smiles when you talk to them.

Language/Communication

Begins making sounds other than crying, such as cooing.
Reacts to loud sounds.

Cognitive (Learning, Thinking, Problem-Solving)

Watches you as you move around.
May look at a toy for several seconds.

Movement/Physical Development

Starts to briefly hold their head up during tummy time.
Moves both arms and both legs in a relatively even way.
May open their hands briefly.

Caregiving Tip

Since babies can’t yet fully control their head, short, frequent tummy-time sessions with a caregiver watching nearby can help. Making eye contact and talking to your baby often is considered a helpful habit that supports social and language development.

When to Consider Talking with a Pediatrician

If your baby isn’t yet showing several of these, keep observing for another 1-2 weeks; if there’s still no change, consider talking with a pediatric provider. This information isn’t a diagnostic tool and doesn’t replace advice from a medical professional.

Sources

CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) - Learn the Signs. Act Early.