With each month comes new developmental milestones that you'll notice as your baby grows. Now that they're 3 or 4 months old, you'll see a huge difference in their behaviors and skills compared to the early newborn stage. At this point, they'll be taking in so much...
Developmental Activities for 16 Month Olds
Toddlerhood is such a fun age. Toddlers love to explore, experience and are interested in the world around them. Making sure that you have plenty of activities on deck for your toddler is important so they don't get bored. When toddlers are bored, they have a way of...
Sensory Play for Babies
Did you know that sensory play is vital for your baby's development? Sensory play is designed to help babies learn about their surroundings and how to operate their bodies. Sensory play can start at a very young age, so even a little newborn can participate in...
43 Developmental Baby Activities for 7 Month Old
By 6 months old, your baby is now much more interested in the world around him. He's probably easily distracted and always trying to get your attention, grabbing at anything within his reach, and babbling a ton with more consonant sounds (ma, ba, da). In this...
20 Engaging Activities For 6 Month Olds
At 6 months old your little one is starting to really show their personality, growing like a weed and learning new skills every day! Keeping your baby engaged and active. The 6-month mark is so much fun as a parent to watch your little one grow and learn new skills!...
15 Simple and Developmental Activities for 8 Month Old Babies
Are you in need of some simple and developmental activities for 8 months old babies? Finding and sharing simple activities for littles is my specialty and I am happy to be able to help! At 8 months old, your baby is starting to become more and more mobile. You may...
Ultimate Guide to Montessori Toys for Babies
Have you ever heard of the Montessori method of learning? Over the past few years, this method has really gained traction with parents and teachers! You may be scratching your head wondering how to implement this method of learning in your every day life. I am excited...
Infant Development: How to Teach a Baby To Roll Over: 11 Tips from an Occupational Therapist
As parents, it is common to be concerned about making sure that your infant reaches their next developmental milestone ‘on time’. For an infant, being able to roll over is the first of many important physical milestones to reach. Think of a baby's milestones as...
9 Tips and Activities to Teach Your Baby to Crawl
Watching your baby or toddler learn to walk or crawl is as exciting as it is scary. Whether they start exploring early, at a typical age, or even later than most kids, children develop at their own rhythm and pace. Encouraging kids to start walking or crawling can be...
18 Tips to Get Your Baby or Toddler Walking
It's been so much fun watching your baby learn and grow this past year. You’ve already seen them go from babbling and starting to sit up on their own to crawling all over the house and getting into anything and everything. If your baby is getting...
The Best Stylish and Soft Floor Mats for Crawling Babies (2022)
No matter what you call it, a baby crawling mat, play mat, baby play gym, or activity gym, the idea is basically the same. These are soft, durable, beautifully designed mats for your baby's toys and playtime. You can find these mats in a variety of designs, colors,...
15 Best Educational Toys for 9-12-Month-Olds to Maximize Stimulation and Development
At this age, babies are so curious about the world around them. They will be opening doors, drawers, boxes, toilet lids, garbage cans, etc. You name it, they will be into it! Their exploration has reached an all-time high as they are understanding and making sense of...
The Best Developmental Toys for Your 3 to 6 Month Old
Infants are quickly learning about the new world around them. They love exploring new textures and objects that are put in front of them. There are many baby toys for 3 to 6 month olds out there that will help to promote their senses, motor skills, and...
7 Activities to Teach Your Baby or Toddler to Walk
If it's about that time for your toddler to start walking, you're probably looking for helpful activities to encourage your child to get moving. Making learning fun is the biggest way to motivate a child. Your little one may learn to walk at any point from 9 to 16...
7 Simple Tips to Teach Your Baby a New Motor Skill
Although we don't want our babies to grow up too fast, it's hard not to look forward to the next milestone that they will achieve. If you've seen their first smile, roll, or reach, you realize how amazing it is to see your little one accomplish a new skill. Babies...