Always remember Buckle your baby into a car safety seat before you start the car. Keep the seat facing backward until your baby is one year old and weighs at least 20 nds. The back seat is the safest place for babies and children. Stay with your baby when he is playing near or in water. Never leave your baby alone in a bath or a pool. Babies can drown in just a … [Read more...] about Safety First – at Every Age (11 Months)
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Games for Skill Building at Ten Months
Have fun helping your baby develop these skills. Physical skills: Your baby loves to imitate you. Get on the floor and crawl with your baby. Play “Follow the Leader.” Sit on the floor with her and let her copy your emotions. For example, bang on an empty box with a wooden spoon. Give the spoon to your baby and help her to bang too. Emotional skills: Help … [Read more...] about Games for Skill Building at Ten Months
Safety First—at Every Age (Ten Months)
Always remember Buckle your baby into a car safety seat before you start the car. Keep the seat facing backward until your baby is one year old and weighs at least 20 nds. The back seat is the safest place for babies and children. Stay with your baby when he is playing near or in water. Never leave your baby alone in a bath or a pool. Babies can drown in just a … [Read more...] about Safety First—at Every Age (Ten Months)
Early Intervention and Your Baby’s Developing Skills at Ten Months
Children learn skills as they grow. These skills happen by certain ages. A child learns skills at her own pace. You can see how your baby is doing. Watch when she starts to crawl, walk, talk and feed herself. If you are concerned that your baby is learning skills too slowly, talk to your doctor. You can also call 1-800-695-0285 to get information. The call is free. When … [Read more...] about Early Intervention and Your Baby’s Developing Skills at Ten Months
Sleeping Patterns at Nine Months
The ordinary, loving things you do every day with your baby are routines. Putting him to bed, changing diapers, bathing and feeding are the most common ones. Routines help your baby feel loved and safe. Routines can also be times for learning. At this age, most babies sleep about 13 hours a day. They may have a long night sleep of about 10 hours, … [Read more...] about Sleeping Patterns at Nine Months