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If I remember right, you son is about 2-3 months old now right?  At this time, his smile is still govern a lot by reflex.  At least he would smile showing the comfort after the feeding.  That's a good thing.  After 3 months old, then that's when babies learn smile = happy.

Massages help a lot as simulations to the muscle.  Like draw a smiley face on his face (place your finger on dimple place), or use objects/toys to brush his mouth and surrounding area for simulations.  Relax and enjoy the interaction.

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原帖由 koala 於 2008-1-18 15:19 發表


thx so much...yes, my son is 11 weeks old now....yesterday there was a photographer come by and take photo for him...and the photographer asked how come he doesn't know how to smile/laugh even thoug ...

Yeah I think I know how you feel.  It's pretty scary to hear comments like that although you know each baby can hit milestones at different stages, different personalities and preferences etc.  Try not to worry too much about comments like that.  You and doc know better.