Baby week by week · 1–3 months · Newborn: waking up

Your baby at 8 weeks

From Brittany Ryan, Founder and Mom of Two

What’s happening at about 1 month

Head control is still developing, so every hold and play position needs full support. Your baby may be smiling more often and spending longer periods awake between naps. Familiar faces are becoming especially exciting. The tiny newborn days are already beginning to change, so don't forget to soak in the little moments.

What’s ahead

As your baby's neck and upper body grow stronger, tummy time may become a little more interactive. You may also notice your baby watching people and objects more closely during play.

A memory to keep this week

The person whose voice gets a reaction

Safety first

Use close adult supervision for every activity. For sleep, follow current safe-sleep guidance and use a firm, flat approved surface. Keep small parts, cords, button batteries and magnets out of reach.

In the app this week

Try this together: Sing and Pause, plus this week's memory prompts, a private journal and your Journey, quick logs for firsts like looked into my eyes and settled to my voice. One simple idea at a time, never 47.

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Guided by: CDC milestones + AAP (HealthyChildren.org) + CPSC, written in Brittany's words.

Every pregnancy and every baby is different. This is general, educational information, not medical advice. If something worries you, check with your provider or pediatrician.

Meet our founder

Brittany Ryan

Founder and Mom of Two

Brittany is a mom of two with a background in early childhood development. Little by Little Together began with a beautiful, blank baby book. Like so many parents, she bought baby books with every intention of filling them; instead, they sat in a closet while life kept moving. So she built a personal assistant for parenthood that tells you what matters right now, offers one simple idea at a time, and keeps your story safe.

“You don’t have to remember everything at once. Little by little, there is a story worth keeping.”

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