Playtime With Your Child

Your baby is not too young and you are not too old to play together -playing with your baby is good for her and for you! You are supporting your baby’s growth and development through playing with her. When you and your baby spend time playing together, you are also showing her you love her. Here are a few fun games to try:

• Make funny sounds and wait for your baby to respond. Make the same sounds she makes.
• Your baby wants to learn how to use her little hands. Show your baby how to push buttons or turn the pages of a book or a newspaper.
• Hide your face behind your hands. You will know she is having fun if she watches you, kicks and makes sounds.
• Your baby loves music and song as much as you do. Sing your favourite song to her and use hands to dance. As she gets older, she may start to copy your movements or join in singing by making sounds.
• You can make rattles that have different sounds by filling a small plastic drink bottle with rice, beans, stones or sand. Make sure the lid is tightly fastened!
• Your baby likes to move and spend time on her tummy. Put an orange or a gem squash just out of her reach and encourage her to reach for it.
• Laugh with your baby!