Welcoming a new child into the world is a wonderful time for every parent. While these little bundles of joy spend a great deal of their time feeding and sleeping, during their waking state they will want to take in and engage with their new surroundings and bond with their parents. Sounds and faces are just some of the curiosities they wish to explore. Using their little fingers to tug hair and grab interesting objects to put in their mouths is part of the process. And as a parent, there are many fun activities you can enjoy with your baby, helping them become better accustomed with their world. Read on to discover more.
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Give Them Some Face Time
Playing with different facial expressions is a fun way for your baby and you to bond. This game can also assist with their mental and social development. As they study the faces you make they become more familiar with your appearance and learn to recognize different types of facial expressions and emotions.
The more exaggerated the faces you can pull, the better. Making silly noises, cooing and imitating the sounds your baby makes is another great way to help them learn about language and communication responses. While hiding your face with peek-a-boo games is guaranteed to bring a giggle to your child’s face.
Go to the Park
Being out in nature on a nice day can be great for getting some fresh air as well as providing your baby with a rich range of sensory experiences. Quality infant carriers are an ideal way to carry your baby for short walks and give you the convenience of being hands-free.
Whether it’s spring, summer, or fall, nature will be alive with various flowers, trees and birds putting on a colorful and melodic display for you and your child. Let them take in the wonder of the sky. The birds and the leaves through Mother Nature’s very own baby mobile by placing them on a blanket beneath a canopy of trees. Allow them to feel the texture of the grass in their hands and the soft breeze on their face.
Sensory Fun
Introduce your baby to different sensory experiences through their sense of touch. Let them explore different surfaces and textures such as felt, velvet, corduroy, and straw. Whether it’s playing with a soft, cuddly teddy bear, or rolling around on a playmat with varying materials, your baby will enjoy exploring the feel of different tactile sensations against their skin. You can also incorporate touch through play. This includes blowing raspberries on your baby’s tummy, gentle tickling, or counting their toes one by one.
Put on a Play
Get creative by making some simple finger puppets to pique your young child’s interests and keep them entertained. Whether you use a pair of old socks, or create some elaborate puppets out of paper. Your child will love seeing these figures come to life, as they talk, dance and sing, and place kisses on your baby’s face.
Along with being entertaining, this fun activity will help your young child’s early development by enhancing their creativity and imagination, aiding their speech and language skills as well as promoting social interaction.
As this article highlights, there are many fun activities you can enjoy with your baby that will not only keep them entertained, but can also aid in their early development.
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