My baby doesn't look when I call their name—is there a hearing problem?
⚡ Short answer: Let's evaluate this by age: a 4-6 month old typically starts responding to their name, 7-9 months this becomes more consistent, 12 months most babies look when called.
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bir anne · Development
When I call my baby by name, they often don't turn and look at me. Could this be a hearing or speech problem?
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I understand your concern. Let's evaluate by age: a 4-6 month old typically starts responding to their name, 7-9 months this becomes more consistent, and by 12 months most babies look when called. However, every baby develops at their own pace. First, check if your baby reacts to other sounds (clapping, bells, door closing). A basic check is: does your baby react to your voice, startle at sudden sounds, or turn toward sounds? If so, hearing is likely normal. Still, if by 9 months there's no response to their name or other sounds, I recommend getting ear and hearing tests done—early detection of hearing problems is very treatable. Regarding speech: not responding to their name alone doesn't mean there's a language problem; if your baby makes eye contact, coos, imitates you, development is generally on track.
⚕️ Health note: This answer is for general information only; it is not medical advice. Every baby is different — for decisions about your baby's health, consult your pediatrician.
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