At 4 months old, your baby is entering one of the most adorable stages of infancy. Moms will notice many exciting changes in their little one’s development. Around this age, your baby’s motor skills grow rapidly, and they begin to explore their body and surroundings more actively. Curious to know what happens during this stage? Let’s take a closer look!
1. Motor Skill Development
Let’s start with your baby’s motor milestones. By 4 months, your little one can lift their head in line with their body while using their hands for support. Their arms and legs are now moving more freely, and they begin to express themselves through body movements — such as lifting or sucking their toes.
When you gently hold them up to a standing position, they can push their feet against a surface, even though they aren’t able to stand independently yet. Your baby may also start to lean forward or look down, supported by stronger back muscles.
Their vision is improving, too. At this stage, babies can track moving objects more accurately from one place to another.
2. Speech and Communication Development
At 4 months, your baby starts to communicate more actively with their surroundings. They may appear to “chat” with their parents, making cooing or babbling sounds.
Your little one can now observe your lip movements and try to imitate them. You might even hear them attempting to say “mama” or “papa,” though their speech is still in the early, babbling stage.
Parents play an important role in encouraging these skills. Talk to your baby often, repeat simple words like “mama” or “papa,” and respond to their sounds — it helps stimulate their speech development.
3. Physical Growth
Aside from motor and communication skills, babies at 4 months experience noticeable physical growth. On average, they gain around 0.5 kg compared to their weight at 3 months.
Here are the average weight ranges for 4-month-old babies:
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Boys: 5.6 – 8.6 kg
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Girls: 5.1 – 8.1 kg
If your baby’s weight falls below these ranges, it’s best to consult a pediatrician. This ensures you get proper guidance to support your baby’s healthy growth and development.
4. Sensory Awareness
At 4 months old, babies are still exclusively breastfed, as exclusive breastfeeding is recommended until 6 months. After that, you can gradually introduce complementary foods (MPASI) while continuing to breastfeed.
During feeding, your baby may become more sensitive to their surroundings — such as sounds from siblings, TV, or other distractions. This can sometimes interrupt feeding sessions.
To help your baby focus, try breastfeeding in a quiet, dimly lit environment. This helps them stay calm and avoid distractions during feeding time.
Support Your Baby’s Comfort with the Right Diaper
As your baby grows more active, choosing a comfortable and absorbent diaper becomes even more important. Try MAKUKU SAP Diapers Pro Care, designed for comfort and protection with these key features:
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Luxuriously soft surface for gentle skin contact
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4 layers of Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) for maximum absorption
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Anti-clumping technology to prevent leaks
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Dual airflow system for better ventilation
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Liquid-lock layer to keep skin dry
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Helps reduce the risk of diaper rash
MAKUKU SAP Diapers Pro Care is now available for babies aged 4 months, with sizes ranging from L to XL.
