Give your child a good view of the world by carrying them so that they can see more. When safe, reach out and touch lots of interesting things – inside the home and out. Remember, just about everything is interesting to them. Noise, colour and textures of everyday things will stimulate their senses.
Hang toys at a distance where they can swipe at them, so they always have something interesting to look at. They’ll love to play simple games with you, like peek-a-boo (they’ll never tire of it because your face is so fascinating). Once they can sit up, roll them a soft ball and watch as they attempt to push it back to you. By six months give them a simple button to push or a string to pull that activates a toy.
Try not to leave your child unattended with smaller toys or toys that have attachable small parts. As children love to use their month to explore they will tend to eat or swallow things. (more…)