At what age do neonates typically stop reaching for objects using a raking motion?

Neonates typically stop reaching for objects using a raking motion around the ages of 7 to 8 months. At this stage of development, infants are gaining greater control over their fine motor skills, allowing them to move from a more generalized raking action to a more refined pincer grasp, where they can pick up smaller objects using their thumb and forefinger. This progression is crucial for their ability to interact with the environment and is a significant milestone in their motor development.

By 5 to 6 months, infants are still developing their overall motor coordination and are primarily using a raking motion to grasp objects, but as they approach the 7- to 8-month mark, their skills rapidly evolve. After this period, typically around 9 to 12 months, they further refine their motor skills, enhancing their ability to manipulate and explore various items more purposefully.