2 Months
Welcome to your baby’s 2-month milestone! At this age, your little one is starting to recognize your voice, respond to sounds, and make eye contact—early signs of connection and communication. It’s a special time to bond through talking, singing, and cuddling. This page is filled with gentle guidance to support your baby’s early development, especially in language and sensory exploration. Let’s help set the stage for a lifetime of learning—starting now.
Activity Corner
‘Tummy Time’ is an activity where you lay your baby down on their stomach while they are awake and supervised. Make sure they are on a soft, safe surface, like a blanket, and always stay with your baby during tummy time! It is an important way to strengthen your baby’s neck and core muscles and develop motor skills. This will help your baby build the muscles they’ll eventually use to roll, sit, crawl, and move around!
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See more information on tummy time here.
Tod-Tidbit
Honey is dangerous to babies. Do not give your baby any honey in the first year of their life - not even in cooked food! Babies shouldn’t drink any water until they’re 6 months old. Breastfed babies should be given daily vitamin D supplements.
Healthy Habits
Speaking, singing, and reading aloud to your baby is an excellent way to stimulate their language development and cognitive skills, while also helping you to bond! A good way to do this is by introducing colourful picture books early on. For more information, click here.
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2 Month Milestones
Download the CDC Milestone Checklists
Want a printable version? The CDC Developmental Milestone Checklists provide age-specific milestones from 2 months to 5 years, helping you track your child's growth, learning, communication, and movement skills. These checklists are a great tool to use at home and can help guide conversations with your healthcare provider.
Track Milestones on Your Phone
The free CDC Milestone Tracker app makes it easy to monitor your child's development wherever you are. Use interactive milestone checklists, save photos and notes, receive tips to support development, and prepare questions for healthcare visits—all from your smartphone.
Concerned About Your Child's Development?
You know your child best. If your baby is not meeting one or more developmental milestones, has lost skills they once had, or if you have any concerns about their development, don’t wait, trust your instincts and seek support.
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Start by talking with your child’s healthcare provider. Share your concerns and ask about developmental screening. Early identification and support can make a big difference.
Don’t have a family doctor or pediatrician? Visit our Parent Resources page to find local services, healthcare supports, and developmental resources available to families in Ottawa and Ontario
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Remember: every child develops at their own pace, but acting early when you have concerns can help ensure your child gets the support they need.
Sources & References
The information on this page was developed using current evidence, clinical guidelines, and trusted healthcare resources.