Baby not interested in interacting with other people.

So my baby is turning 6 month old. She stays home with me most of the time. I just realized that she has good eye contact at home and smile at me. But when we came to family gathering, she does not play with anyone or even look at them. I don’t think it’s stranger anxiety because she let anyone hold her. She barely even hear me or see me. I’m not sure if I should be worried.

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Mine was Like that too until I started to go out more so She would just get used to other people being around After some time She started to „Talk“ and laugh with others ❤️ it just takes time doesnt mean sometihings wrong with ur baby ☺️

If she displays eye contact, babble or coos, and smiles or laughs with you at home, I wouldn't worry about it. My guess is she is just very stimulated in those environments with others. I'm sure when she gets more exposure and more comfortable, she'll feel safe enough to maintain eye contact with others.

My bub is very alert and focused, so if there are any distractions, he just looks around with a blank expression. But when we're in a cozy space, he becomes more expressive and sociable.

Your baby is overstimulated. That’s why she isn’t acting like her normal self in the environment she is accustomed to. My advice is go out more and get her used to interacting with people. Baby gyms, mommy meet ups, get her in environments that are baby friendly, loud and fun. She will be fine

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