At what age should you expect an infant to start reaching for toys?

An infant typically starts to reach for toys between 4 to 6 months of age. During this developmental stage, infants are gaining better control over their arm and hand movements, which enables them to reach out and grasp objects with increasing dexterity. At around 4 months, they begin to develop the ability to visually track objects and may start making swiping motions toward toys. By 6 months, reaching becomes more deliberate, and they start to use their hands in a coordinated way to grasp and manipulate toys. This is an important milestone in fine motor skills and coordination, showcasing the infant's growing sensory awareness and engagement with their environment.