At what stage will new born baby start hearing

Newborn babies are capable of hearing sounds from the moment they are born, but their ability to process and understand sound is still developing. Here's a breakdown of what newborn babies can hear and when:

Immediately after birth:

• Newborn babies can detect sounds with frequencies between 20 Hz and 20,000 Hz, which is the range of human hearing.
• They can respond to loud sounds, such as a mother's voice or a bell ringing, by turning their head towards the source of the sound.
• However, their auditory system is not yet mature enough to distinguish between different sounds or to process complex sounds.

First few weeks:

• By around 1-2 weeks of age, newborn babies start to develop their ability to distinguish between different sounds, such as the sound of a mother's voice versus a stranger's voice.
• They can also start to recognize and respond to familiar sounds, like the sound of a pacifier or a toy.

First few months:

• By around 2-3 months of age, newborn babies start to develop their ability to localize sounds, meaning they can tell where a sound is coming from.
• They can also start to recognize and respond to their own name and other familiar words.

By 6 months:

• By around 6 months of age, newborn babies have developed a more mature auditory system and can:
  • Distinguish between different sounds and words
  • Recognize and respond to their own name and other familiar words
  • Start to understand simple sentences and phrases
  • Begin to babble and make sounds to communicate

Keep in mind that every baby develops at their own pace, and some may start to hear and respond to sounds earlier or later than others. If you have concerns about your baby's hearing or development, it's always best to consult with your pediatrician.