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Promoting your Baby's Development through Interactive Play
From the moment of birth,
babies begin learning from one-on-one interaction with
parents and other caregivers. Engaging your baby through
play not only brings you closer, it helps baby develop
mentally and physically. As baby grows and achieves new
milestones, her interests and abilities change. In our
"Play to Learn Toys" section, we'll demonstrate
creative ways to play with your baby that are fun, bring
you closer together, and promote development. |
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Dr. Sears Top Ten Tips For Interactive Play
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- Floor
play is fun for two in the early months. Get
down on your baby's level for daily interactive
playtime.
- Visual
stimulation is important in the early months.
Surround your baby with black and white stripes
and contrasting patterns.
- Rhythm
and music promote intellectual development.
Sing, clap, and dance together everyday.
- Ball
play uses various skills simultaneously. Join
your baby on the floor daily for some bouncing
and rolling fun.
- Stay
animated during playtime. Exaggerate your facial
expressions and voice to your baby's delight.
- You're
never too busy that you can't take at least
a few minutes every day for some fun playtime
for two.
- Toys
aren't just for keeping your baby busy. Nothing
brings a toy to life better than a creatively
involved parent.
- Imagination
opens your child's playtime to whole new worlds.
Join in yourself and show your child you can
be a kid too.
- Reading
to your child is a treasured bedtime ritual.
Start this together time early on so your baby
will grow to enjoy story time with mom or dad.
- Bath
time can be so much more than a quick wash and
dry. Take your time and enjoy some splashing
fun with your child.
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THIS MONTHS PLAY TIPS
TV Time with Baby
Many medical and infant development experts discourage television viewing for infants under age 2. Here are some ways to make TV time with baby more educational and interactive.
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