When will my child start recognizing faces?

Babies usually begin to recognize familiar faces by 2 to 3 months of age.

1. Social Smiles: Around 6 to 8 weeks, babies will start to smile socially, indicating recognition of familiar caregivers.
2. Stranger Anxiety: Many children show signs of stranger anxiety around 6 to 9 months, indicating they can differentiate between familiar and unfamiliar faces.