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After a bath or during changing, gently massage baby from top of head to bottom of feet. Massages are good for all babies.

Helps baby bond with you, use their sense of touch, and use their vision to focus on you.

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When does sensory development begin?

Related Milestones

Generally happy when not hungry or tired

4–6 Months

Able to calm with rocking, touching, and gentle sounds (at 4-6 months)

4–6 Months

Enjoys a variety of movements (at 4-6 months)

4–6 Months

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Enjoys bath time (4-6 months)

Is able to be comforted by cuddling or a parent's touch (4-6 months)

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