Describe what you see, hear and smell around the house, outdoors, and when you're out and about. Ask questions and respond to your baby's coos and gurgles.
It doesn't take expensive educational toys or intense effort, however, to capture your baby's attention. He or she also might distinguish emotions by tone of voice - and begin responding to "no." Your baby might even recognize his or her name.Īt this age, learning and play are inseparable. Your baby might respond to sound by making sounds and use his or her voice to express joy. Babies this age often start to babble chains of consonants. If you roll a ball across the floor, your baby will probably turn his or her head to follow the action. You might notice your baby concentrating on a toy or staring at his or her reflection. He or she might enjoy more complex patterns and shapes. Your baby is beginning to be able to distinguish subtle shade of reds, blues and yellows. You might notice your baby pulling objects closer with a raking motion of the hands. Anything within reach is likely to end up in your baby's mouth. Your baby will probably grasp your finger, a rattle or a soft object.
Around age 6 months, many babies begin sitting alone after being positioned upright. They might even try to push themselves up or bear weight on their legs. Most babies this age raise their heads when lying facedown. As your baby gains muscle strength, he or she will have better head control. Soon you might notice your baby rocking on his or her stomach and eventually rolling over. Your baby's arms and legs probably wiggle and kick more purposefully now. From ages 4 to 6 months, your baby is likely to enjoy: As your baby becomes more aware of the surrounding world, he or she will begin exploring.
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