Is there a problem with baby's sight?

Health visitor Dawn replies: Mobiles are great for stimulating babies and monotone shades, or bright contrasting colours, are easier to see than pale pastels.

It may be just the position of the mobile.

When lying down, babies rarely focus straight ahead, they tend to look either right or  left. Also, mobiles appeal to babies over 4 weeks old - newborns are more fascinated with your face and your expressions.

If your baby can focus on your face for a second or two I doubt anything is wrong with his sight, but if you're concerned talk to your GP or health visitor.

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