Your baby waves, claps, and plays simple social games—they're learning the rituals of human connection.
These activities develop gestural communication, build social imitation skills, and teach the predictable patterns of social interaction that give your baby confidence.
Your baby may be pulling to stand on furniture. Make sure their environment is safe for exploration—they'll cruise before you know it.
The pincer grasp is developing! Offer small, safe foods like puffs or soft fruit pieces to practice picking up tiny objects.
Stranger awareness peaks around now, so don't force social situations. Let your baby warm up at their own pace—it's healthy development.
Set up interesting toys around the room and let baby explore while you stay in one spot — building confidence through secure attachment.
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.
Drape a light cloth over a toy and help baby pull it off to find the hidden toy.
Roll a ball back and forth between you and baby, introducing early turn-taking.