Increased shoulder stability; lifts arms against gravity1
Uses hands in midline close to the body1,36,46
Beginning of successful reaching; uses shoulder and torso rotation with minimal movements of the elbow51
Symmetric bilateral reaching in supine; frequently misses object when reaching1
Reaches chest, hips, and flexed knees in supine1
Stage of midline orientation and symmetry; increased shoulder stability; upper extremity flexion against gravity
Hands to knees and feet; feet not yet to mouth; elbow position varies between flexion and extension; instinctive grasp orienting hand toward object (see right)
Frequently misses object in reach; over- and under-reaching