Baby Games

Playing games with your baby helps him or her to develop and grow. Just talking to a baby even while in your womb encourages mental development. As soon as your baby can focus her eyes (after about six weeks), you can start playing a variety of games with her, which will make her giggle and develop the bond between you.

  1. Peek-A-Boo

    • Hide behind a blanket and pop your head up over it. When your baby is in her car seat or swing, peak out from around one of the sides; this develops her eye focus and hearing. It is a favorite game for babies; they seem to never tire of it.

    Splashing

    • Babies generally like bath time, and water as it is reminiscent of being in the womb. So, splash water onto your baby and encourage her to splash with her hands, being careful that the water does not get into her eyes. This will develop coordination and movement.

    Mobile

    • Using a mobile above the crib is a good play activity. Babies watch the mobile go around and listen to the music. Then, as the baby gets older, the child then starts to want to touch the moving objects and reaches up to do so. You could lower the mobile at this point so they can touch each piece and make it move. Talk to your child and tell her the name of each piece. This develops their motor skills and coordination.

    Mirror

    • Rattles containing mirrors are a good play tool. You show the baby how to look into the mirror, she sees your face and then you show her yours; this relates to peek-a-boo as now she is there, now she isn't. The difference is that she has control of the mirror and will choose to bring it closer to her face or not. She may not realize that it is her own reflection in the mirror, but it all helps with coordination and understanding. Your baby can also shake the mirror and make a noise, which she will enjoy.

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