The science behind building a secure attachment with your baby
Some parents and caregivers worry that being overly responsive will cause their child to become spoiled or too dependent—but research has proven otherwise.
Some parents and caregivers worry that being overly responsive will cause their child to become spoiled or too dependent—but research has proven otherwise.
Head lifting in tummy time is hard work and takes practice.
Think of the first 4 weeks of your baby’s life as a transition time between the womb and the world.
Right now, your newborn is only awake for very brief periods. When you notice their eyes open, you can provide them with a little sensory stimulation—but not too much.
It can be hard to find time for skin-to-skin contact with your baby, but research shows even a small amount can offer significant benefits, particularly for preemies and babies delivered via C-section.
Sometime around 2 months, you will likely hear your baby start to make sweet cooing sounds such as “ahh” and “ohh.”
Have you noticed that your baby prefers to turn their head to one side?
A precursor to tooth brushing, cleaning your baby's gums with a wet cloth can help fight bacterial growth, stimulate oral awareness, and prepare them for using a tooth brush 🙂
Between 2 and 4.5 months, most babies are able to stand up with support and bear some weight on their legs.
Use simple, homemade finger puppets to capture your baby's attention, stimulate their vision, and provide an early lesson in emotions.