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looking and hearing for your 1 MONTH OLD BABY

yummymumy207 by yummymumy207 Speaking(June 2008) (rank 500+)

looking and hearing for your 1 MONTH OLD BABY in jst a few pointers that i have learnt or read

looking for your 1 MONTH OLD BABY

at 1 month old they can focus on an object approximately 8-10 inches (20.3-25.4 cms)away,
but they do not

see in full detail just yet.

Bold shapes and bold black-and-white patterns can attract your babys attention.
Place a mobile over your babys cot so your baby can follow its movements might help to attract your babys attention.

baby's favorite thing to look at this stage might be Mum or Dad's face, watching facial expressions
your baby might try to copy your facial expressions

hearing for your 1 MONTH OLD BABY

your baby can hear high-pitched noises, he/she is soothed and quieted by low-pitched sounds.

Your baby is starting to know your voice,
and your baby will start responding to it by growing quieter or more excited.

Speak to your baby or sing to him as you feed,changing nappies, rocking, and bathing him.
 Your words will be your babys first tools of communication.

From you your newborn will learn to speak and to listen.

help Choosing age appropriate educational and baby toys

Baby toys are specially designed and come with all new age techniques from motor skills(movements) to  looking and hearing helping your precious little ones grow with fun and learning.

Baby toys and accessories for 0+ month old infants:

Rattles and teethers : These are a must-buy when you are shopping for baby toys.

Rattles produce jiggling sounds to attract your little one’s attention and keep him entertained.Some  chewable rattles may also help a teething baby.

Teethers in the form of chewable rings calm a baby down when his gums are feeling sore as a result of teething.


 It is advisable to store rattles and teethers in the refrigerator when they are not in use. Give it to your baby when he needs it and the cool feeling is sure to relax his tender gums.

cot toys and accessories: A growing infant is always stimulated by bright ’n’ colourful cot toys and accessories. These are basically of the noisemaking type that come with mobile parts to attract your baby and keep them happy & smiling. You can also go for the music playing ones that often help in calming down fussy infants.

squeeky baby toys : These are basically simple and soft toys that help babies in learning skills suitable for their age. You can provide them with squeezable toys that are noisy and moveable. Built-in rattles or squeakers educate them about actions triggering response in noise or movement.

Soft books : Usually made of soft fabric, such books for infants are packed with cute animal or doll pictures in attractive colours to appeal to your baby’s eyes.

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Arna
June 2008 | Arna
Re: looking and hearing for your 1 MONTH OLD BABY

Great article!  Just thought I would point out one thing though, babies start recognising your voice in the womb still, but not what that cranky tone means! lol. That comes later, and then it is water works everytime, especially from mum! lol.



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