XP 3-6 months: unhappy more than happy

IDreamInPink

I am still a few weeks away from having a 3 month old, but I thought I would ask you girls who were just where I am now. My almost 11-month old is only happy when eating or sleeping. Awake time for us is a very cranky time unless DS is being held (and really only by DH or myself). I get a good 20  minute stretch in the mornings where he will let me put him down in his bouncer and he seems genuinely happy, but then it's gone as quick as it came and he's back to wanting to be held and walked around.  How much "play time" did your LOs tolerate at this age? I certainly don't mind carrying around my fussy baby, but don't want it to hold him back from achieving his developmental milestones. He doesn't really do much "talking", doesn't roll over, and smiles very little (unless it's that 20 minutes of glorious morning time). Just trying to decide if I am expecting too much out of an 11-week old, or if if is "normal" for him to ear,sleep, and be cranky still? Edit- 11 WEEK old! Sorry-iPad is terrible for editing!! 

eav2c

All babies are different. At 4 months, my LO is just now tolerating tummy time and other playful activities. He would occasionally be interested but it would last merely minutes--sometimes what felt like seconds. 11 weeks, IMHO, is still young. I don't expect a baby at that age to want to do a whole lot except be cuddled and loved. Plus, that stage to be held and cuddled is only a short phase in a big picture... It will all change quickly. He will smile more, roll over, play, and become independent in due time. 

babyruth88

Every baby is different. Ava is 8weeks and she just started toleratimg it. What i used to have her.on was her.playmat etc. She would scream so i would pick her up and that would be that. Finally i got the brilliant idea to put her on just a plain blanket and she loves it. Every few days i add a new toy. Granted i dont just leave her there i play on the floor with her. But shesgetting used to it. I believein snuggleing babies like the other poster for sure and im sure you are but i am with you on concern about babiesmotor skills developing. Babies are still being loved when your playing with them on the floor andava feels very secure and developing a little movement which makes her very happy. Try just the plain blanket and everytime she kicks etc clap and praise them. Hopefully soon they will tolerate more each day