Sometimes parents feel that they need to buy expensive educational toys for their babies. Don’t be fooled by fancy words and packages. Almost anything your baby can play with safely is something she can learn from. Your baby learns through her senses—her eyes, nose, mouth, fingers and ears. Try to provide hand-made toys that stimulate all of her senses. … [Read more...] about Educational Toys?
Archives for November 2007
Learning Through Play
Your baby is unique. No one else is exactly like her! She learns at her own pace. She has specific likes and dislikes. She has a personality that is hers alone. Your baby does share some traits with other 10-month-olds. Almost all babies will benefit from the following suggestions: Talk to your baby. You can tell that she understands many of your words and … [Read more...] about Learning Through Play
What’s It Like To Be 10 Months Old?
I don’t like being away from you. I crawl upstairs and downstairs but always need your help to do it safely. I pull myself up to stand if there is sturdy furniture to hold on to. I sit down from a standing position with balance and self-control. I point to parts of my body when you ask me where they are. I say “no” and shake my head from side to side. I … [Read more...] about What’s It Like To Be 10 Months Old?
Make Teeth Cleaning Fun
At 10 months of age, babies are too young to clean their own teeth. But you can start now to make teeth cleaning a lifelong daily habit. Your baby learns most from watching you. Set a good example by brushing your own teeth after every meal. Let your baby see you doing it. Then clean your baby’s teeth by using a wet, clean, soft washcloth to remove germs. Do … [Read more...] about Make Teeth Cleaning Fun
Fears and Tears
Your baby is mobile. She is aware of her surroundings. She has learned what is familiar—her family, her home and her toys. She also knows what is unfamiliar—a stranger, a sudden siren or a loud bark.Give your baby comfort and reassurance. Say“Mari, what a loud noise. It’s a fire engine. The noise tells people to get out of the way. I’m sorry it scared you. … [Read more...] about Fears and Tears