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When to Call Your Pediatrician (Four to Seven Months)

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	Notify your pediatrician if: By 4 months: Does not reach for and grasp toys Does not babble Does not bring objects to mouth Does not push down with legs when feet are placed on a firm surface Does not turn head to locate sounds Does not imitate sounds you make Moro reflex (when startled, throws out arms and legs, extends neck, and then quickly brings arms back together) is still present

By 5 months:
- Tonic neck reflex (when head turns to one side, arm on that side will straighten, with the opposite arm bent up as if child is holding a fencing sword) is still present
- Stiff extremities (arms and legs)
- Floppy tone
- Head lag present when body is pulled up to a sitting position
- Does not roll over in one direction
- One or both eyes consistently turn in or out
- Persistent tearing, eye drainage, or sensitivity to light
- Refuses to cuddle
- Does not smile
- Does not show affection for primary care giver
- Does not seem to enjoy being around people
- Does not respond to sounds
- Is inconsolable at night

By 6 months:
- Cannot sit with assistance
- Reaches with one hand only
- Does not laugh or make squealing sounds

By 7 months:
- Does not actively reach for objects
- Does not get objects to mouth
- Does not follow objects with eyes at both near (1 foot) and far (6 feet) distances
- Does not bear weight on legs
- Does not try to attract attention