Peek-a-boo is the greatest game ever invented, and your baby agrees—every round builds trust and joy.
These activities develop object permanence in social contexts, strengthen separation-reunion understanding, and build the secure base from which your baby explores.
Your baby can sit independently now! This frees up both hands for exploration, so offer baskets of safe objects for them to discover.
Peek-a-boo is more than a game—it teaches object permanence, the understanding that things still exist when hidden. Play it often.
If you're starting solids, let mealtimes be sensory play too. Squishing, smearing, and tasting are all learning experiences.
Hold baby in front of a mirror and make silly faces together — a sweet bonding moment that sparks those first social smiles.
Set up interesting toys around the room and let baby explore while you stay in one spot — building confidence through secure attachment.
Cover your face with a soft cloth and reveal it with a cheerful 'peekaboo!' — a timeless game that builds social anticipation and joy.
Show baby photos of family members and name each person — building recognition of familiar faces and early social connections.
Sit facing baby and roll a soft ball between you — a gentle introduction to the concept of taking turns and shared play.
Practice giving gentle hugs, kisses, and pats with baby and a soft stuffed animal — teaching them to express love through touch.