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Best Toys for Babies
There are so many toys out there! It’s hard to know which are best for baby’s development. Here are some toy recommendations for baby’s first year: For Tummy Time: mirrors, rattles, and play gyms For fine motor skills: stacking cups, balls, and plastic link toys For encouraging standing: activity tables For bath time: plastic cups … Continued
Best Toys for Toddlers
Play is essential for learning! So what toys are best for your toddler’s playtime? Toys that imitate real life – kitchen/food play set, doll houses, and animal farm sets Push and pull toys – carts, wagons, and toy lawn mowers Balls – made from soft or lightweight rubber, medium to large sized (golf ball size … Continued
Open Ended Toys Vs Close Ended Toys
You may have heard about open ended and close ended toys. Which is better? The answer is neither! Both help development in different ways. Close ended toys have a beginning and an end. They help kids learn to pay attention and word toward a goal. Puzzles, books, and any games with a goal are all … Continued
It’s Play Time! The Best Toys For Baby’s First Year
Play looks different at every age, especially in baby’s first year. Even simple actions, like talking to baby, count as play activities in the early months of their life! Play can happen during routine activities (like Tummy Time or bath time). It can also be a set of simple games and activities that keep baby … Continued
Which Toys Are Best For Toddlers?
As baby gets older, their skills are developing! By the time they turn 1 they’re crawling, possibly walking, and even starting to say words. These skills all develop with the help of playtime. Check out these toys for toddlers that can help with sensory, motor and communication skills! Which toys are best for playtime? First, … Continued
25-36 Meses Lista de Comprobación de Hitos Comunicación
Comunicación – Hacia los 30 Meses Utiliza constantemente frases de 2-3 palabras Usa “dentro” y “sobre” El cuidador entiende al menos el 50% del habla Sigue indicaciones de 2 pasos sin relación; p.ej. “Dame la pelota y ve por tu abrigo”. Entiende sustantivos y pronombres básicos Entiende “mío” y “tuyo” Comunicación – Hacia los 36 … Continued
Baby Safety Tips – Is Baby Ready for Utensils and High Chairs?
As baby begins to eat more solids, you may have some questions about high chairs and utensils. So when is baby ready for these things? Find out more on baby safety tips as your child becomes accustomed to using chairs and utensils to feed! Using a High Chair: This usually happens around 6 months. It’s … Continued
What is Torticollis?
What is Torticollis? Positional torticollis occurs when the muscles in baby’s neck become stiff or tight, which causes baby’s head to tilt to one side. These muscles run on both sides of the neck from the back of the ears to the collarbone. This stiffness can be attributed to a number of reasons including womb … Continued
Bath Tub Safety for Kids
Splish-splash, it’s bath time! The bath can be a great place to play, work on sensory and motor skills, and even learn about the importance of staying clean! It can also be a key part of your little one’s routine. When it comes to bath tub safety, there are some extra steps to take during … Continued
Bath Time Routines to Help Parents and Baby
Bath time is essential for baby! It keeps them healthy, clean, and can even help with teaching them independence as they get older. But let’s be honest—bathing can also be a challenge! Baby may not want to get wet or in the tub, or may not like the sound of running water. It can be … Continued
Parents’ Guide to Encouraging Using Utensils
Read along with the video below! Is baby ready to start using utensils? By about 1 year baby should be able to finger feed themselves. This is an important fine motor skill and it also means baby is ready for utensils! Start with spoons! After they’ve mastered the spoon, try a fork next. You may … Continued
How Can I Help My Toddler Learn New Words?
It is so exciting when baby starts to talk! Your toddler is developmentally ready to talk around their first birthday, and will start adding new words to their vocabulary in the coming months. So what do you do if the new words aren’t coming? As speech-language pathologists, we want to share our favorite tips and … Continued
Take a Stand! When Do Babies Stand on Their Own
Wondering when babies stand on their own? Everyone talks about baby’s first steps—but what about baby’s first stand? It may not be a motor skill with quite as much celebration, but hey, it’s still a pretty big deal! So when does baby first start standing with support? Baby will begin standing by pulling on something … Continued
Parents’ Guide to Standing Independently
When does baby first start standing without support? It’s different for every baby depending on their motor skills, but baby will usually start standing independently between 9 and 12 months old—but just for a second or two! As baby learns more about walking, their standing skills will improve too. Can you help them learn to … Continued
Understanding Interoception: The Internal Sense
Have you heard of interoception? This is a sense that helps us know what’s going on inside our body. Interoception helps us realize that we’re hungry, tired, or too hot or cold. Watch to learn more, or read up on the interoceptive sense here. Want to learn more about the senses? Check this out! The sensory … Continued
One Easy Way to Help Prevent Flat Spots
Here’s one of the easiest ways to help prevent flat spots: change the direction baby sleeps each night! Baby will be drawn to look at you from their crib. This causes baby to rest on alternating sides of their head. Remember, baby should always sleep on their back!
What To Do If Baby Keeps Rolling Over During Tummy Time
Tummy Time is an essential move for baby’s development! But that doesn’t mean baby always loves doing it. In fact, many babies have trouble with the position. As baby’s core muscles get stronger and they begin to roll (around 4 months), they may try to roll off of their stomach and onto their back during … Continued
Parents’ Guide to Baby Rolling Over During Tummy Time
Tummy Time is an essential move for baby’s development! As baby’s core muscles get stronger and they begin to roll (around 4 months), they may try to roll onto their back during Tummy Time. When baby starts to roll over during Tummy Time it may be tempting to stop doing this position altogether. However, it’s best for baby’s … Continued
Dentists? Brushing? Feeding? What to Expect When Baby’s Teeth Come In
What makes a perfect baby smile? Adorable baby teeth, of course! Here is what to expect when baby’s teeth start coming in. This new phase of oral development can come with a lot of questions for parents. When can you expect those pearly whites to come in? What do you do if baby is showing … Continued
Games for Your 52 Week Old Baby | 10-12 Month Games
Games to Play Squeaky Toy Fun: Help baby squeeze a squeaky toy to hear the sound. Next, cover it with a blanket and squeak it again. See how they react to hearing the sound this time and help them pull off the blanket. Helps baby exercise their memory and ability to locate sounds. Bubble Time: Blow bubbles for … Continued
Games for Your 51 Week Old Baby | 10-12 Month Games
Games to Play Tower Time: Use stackable blocks while playing with baby. See how high the tower will go! They might laugh when it all comes crashing down. Helps baby practice developing motor skills. Big Toy Time: Babies at this age love playing with large objects. Place some pillows on the floor and help baby crawl over them. … Continued
Games for Your 50 Week Old Baby | 10-12 Month Games
Games to Play Toy Chest: Show baby where toys are put away so they can crawl to find different toys. You can also have baby help clean up toys by saying simple requests, e.g. “give me” or “put in.”Helps baby learn to follow commands and develop gross motor skills. Tidy Up: Ask baby to pick up scattered … Continued
Games for Your 49 Week Old Baby | 10-12 Month Games
Games to Play Kickin’ Back: Attach a foam or soft ball to a piece of string and dangle it in front of baby within their reach. Have them try kicking ball while on their back, then hitting it while on their tummy. Helps baby learn how to move their arms and legs in new ways and build … Continued