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How to Stimulate a 10-Month-Old's Physical Development

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At ten months, individual differences in motor development are very apparent. Some babies are just learning to creep, while others are already good walkers. Help your baby develop, whatever her stage. (The following information has been adapted ... more »

How to Stimulate a 1-Month-Old's Physical Development

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Your 1-month-old has lost some of his jerky, spasmodic movements and is beginning to move his arms and legs in smooth and rhythmic patterns. Some gentle activities can help him on the road to even greater coordination. (The following information ... more »

How to Stimulate a 2-Month-Old's Physical Development

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At two months, a baby's movements are rarely random and uncoordinated. Simple activities will help her to gain even better control of the motions she makes. (The following information has been adapted from Dr. Segal's book series, "Your Child at ... more »

How to Stimulate a 2-Month-Old's Senses

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At two months, a baby is alert for longer periods of time and is ready and eager to take in new information. Some simple activities will help her become more aware of the world around her. (The following information has been adapted from Dr. ... more »

How to Stimulate a 3-Month-Old's Physical Development

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At three months, your baby is becoming increasingly coordinated. He's learning to grasp objects with his hands and shift his weight when he's on his stomach. Some simple activities can help him develop. (The following information has been adapted ... more »

How to Stimulate a 7-Month-Old's Physical Development

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By seven months, your baby can probably sit up without using his hands for balance - so now they're available to reach, bang, shake and poke. It's not hard to find a fun way to help him develop his coordination. (The following information has ... more »

How to Stimulate a 9-Month-Old's Senses

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At nine months, your baby probably will have chosen a favorite toy or blanket, showing he can make fine distinctions between his toys. He's also developing a growing ability to plan. Enjoy helping him grow! (The following information has been ... more »

How to Stimulate an 11-Month-Old's Physical Development

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Although some 11-month-old babies have mastered walking, most get by with crawling or supporting themselves on furniture. Your baby has probably also gotten good at dropping and throwing objects - all skills he needs to practice to master. Help ... more »

How to Teach Your Babies Their Body Parts From Head to Toe

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Showing your baby or babies their body parts is quite easy. While feeding my twins, around 13 months, I began asking them where their head was. I would point to my head and they would copy my move. You can begin showing your baby or babies their ... more »

How to Teach Your Toddler Basic Sign Language

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Teaching your toddler anything can take time and patience. Teaching your toddler sign language is no different. Because babies are eager to learn anything new and their brains are ripe for learning, baby sign language is one more way to teach ... more »

How to Brainwash Your Baby into an Animal Lover

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Animals your passion, but fear baby will become one of those kids who’re indifferent to animals? Brainwash your baby by the simple means of repetition, exposure and positive programming—he’ll be begging for a puppy by preschool!.. more »

How to Buy Infants Appropriate Gifts

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A couple years back I was informed by my mother that buying my six month old nephew a Xmas present was a must and that doing anything less would be an insult to his parents. I was put off. I needed a winter jacket and wasting money on a little ... more »

How to Fatten Up Your Baby - If advised by your pediatrician

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Sometimes, when a baby gets sick, the baby loses weight and the pediatrician suggests that you increase calories. This article only pertains to babies who are starting solids... more »

How to Have Fun With Your 1 Year Old

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Having a Baby is a constant job. Some Mothers become overwhelmed with all the constant attention that is needed from them, all the simple things they need to get done but can't, and after a year of never having peace and queit can be very ... more »

How to Kick the Habit of Thumb Sucking

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ThumbSucking Treatment Kit will help your child break the habit of thumb sucking. These rubber guards disrupt the sucking process safely, quickly and gently. satisfaction Guaranteed!.. more »

How to Play With a 3-Month-Old Baby

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At three months, a baby's favorite toy may be his hands. He'll use them to explore his facial features, and he might join his hands together and let each hand take a turn playing with the other. He'll enjoy interacting with you, too. (The ... more »

How to Play With an 11-Month-Old Baby

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At 11 months, your baby is up for seeing new sights, making new friends and visiting new places. He can understand a lot of what you say and is able to follow simple directions. Have fun and help him grow. (The following information has been ... more »

How to Play With an 8-Month-Old Baby

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For many babies, eight months is a time of transition. Your baby will have her own agenda, knowing what toy she wants to play with and what skills she wants to develop. Let her interests be your guide to play. (The following information has been ... more »

How to Stimulate a 4-Month-Old's Physical Development

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At four months, many babies have learned to move around a bit. So when you put your baby on her tummy, she might edge forward by pushing with her feet or pulling with her arms. Enjoy helping her get more mobile. (The following information has ... more »

How to Stimulate a 5-Month-Old's Senses

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Your 5-month-old's moods are becoming more defined, and you'll probably find that he's babbling up a storm. There are many ways to engage him in play. (The following information has been adapted from Dr. Segal's book series, "Your Child at Play.").. more »

How to Stimulate a 6-Month-Old's Physical Development

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At six months, your baby has learned to sit up by herself. Her ability to reach and grasp is also becoming ever more precise. Help her build on her quickly growing skills. (The following information has been adapted from Dr. Segal's book series, ... more »

How to Stimulate a 6-Month-Old's Senses

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At six months, a baby is able to recognize many different sights and sounds. She'll probably be particularly drawn to bright colors and toys that make sounds. There are many ways to engage her in play. (The following information has been adapted ... more »

How to Stimulate an 11-Month-Old's Senses

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At 11 months, your baby will enjoy new sights, sounds and textures - the sound of macaroni in a box, the feel of a banana, the smell of a lemon. Help him explore. (The following information has been adapted from Dr. Segal's book series, "Your ... more »

How to Understand How Children Learn Language

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Recent theories point to social interaction as the primary condition that allows children to learn language. You don’t need to be a linguistics professor or a developmental psychologist to understand how children learn language. Just being a ... more »

How to Play A Learning Game With Your 6 Month Old Baby

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Playing with your six month old is like watching a magic show. The delight and surprise on a baby's face when they recognize an object is of pure delight. The world is brand new and exciting and it is the simple things that teach your baby to ... more »

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