Infants were once thought of as passive and unknowing. It was commonly believed that until they mastered language, young children were incapable of thinking or forming complex ideas. Today, we know otherwise. From the very start, young children are aware of their surroundings and interested in exploring them. Scientists from several fields have shown that […]
 0-3 months, Attachment, Bath Time, Water Play  Treat yourself to a soothing bath with your baby, making bath time a cozy, relaxing playtime instead of a chore. Be sure the room is warm (run the shower hot a few moments if necessary before filling the tub). Keep two large towels nearby, with one […]
 0-3 Months, Development, Water Play, Bath Time, Personal Care  Talk and sing while bathing your infant in a sink or molded tub. Sing about the parts of the body you are washing. The following can be sung to the tune “London Bridge is Falling Downâ€:  Head and shoulders, knees and toes, Knees […]
 When your baby is two or three months old and can raise and hold up her head, you two can begin a wider range of games.  Infant Sit-ups  Lay your baby on the floor (or bed) in front of you or in your lap facing you. Gently pull the baby to a […]
Babies have so much to learn—and you can make it fun for you and your little one. Enjoy these enriching ways to encourage your baby’s development throughout your day. At birth, a baby’s five senses are working, and before you know it, your young child is off to explore using all of those senses. As […]
