Is it a problem if a four-month-old baby cannot lift their head?

Patient's question:

Tianjing symptom description: After the full moon, there is a cough of two or three sounds every morning, and one or two coughs during the day, each time one or two sounds. Had a cold twice, each time for two or three days. Breastfeeding was stopped after the full moon. Treatment history and effectiveness: Currently, there is occasionally one or two sounds of cough. Unable to lift the head when prone. What help is desired: Worried if there is a problem with the brain? Or is it normal?

Doctor's answer:

Hello, the normal developmental milestones for a child are as follows: at 1 month, they can try to lift their head while lying on their stomach; at 3 months, they can lift their chest while lying on their stomach; at 4 months, they can sit with support from both hands; at 5 months, they can stand with support from both forearms; at 6 months, they can try to sit; and at 8 months, they can crawl. These are generally the developmental milestones for a child.
At 4 months, if the child cannot lift their head while lying on their stomach, it is not a normal. It may be related to a lack of calcium or other conditions. It is recommended to take the child to the hospital for a check-up. Appropriate sun exposure and supplementation with fish oil can help regulate the condition.

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