Week-by-week library · about 10 weeks old
Week 10
Quick answer
What is my baby up to at about 10 weeks old?
This week, hands are becoming interesting toys in their own right.
What's developing
Motor
Many babies start noticing and studying their own hands around now, an early step toward intentional reaching.
Motor
Head control during tummy time keeps strengthening, with some babies holding a lifted head steadier for longer stretches.
Try this together this week
- Hand-watching is a real activity right now; give unhurried floor time for them to notice their own hands.
- A textured toy or teether within batting range, even if grasping is not reliable yet.
- Mirror time; many babies are fascinated by the moving reflection, even without recognizing themselves yet.
- Keep tummy time sessions short but frequent through the day.
What parents often notice
A lot of parents notice their baby staring intently at their own hands this week, which is a genuine developmental moment, not just a quirky habit.
Sourced to
- Zero to Three, Early Development guides
Last reviewed by the This Week Baby editorial team.