Do Babies Play

Do Babies Play?

• Babies learn to understand their world by playing. When babies play they explore and discover what's around them and what they can do.
• Babies play by looking, touching, tasting, smelling and hearing everything that goes on around them.
• Make sure your baby can't reach things that are dangerous. Babies, at the stage of grasping and holding objects, try to put everything into their mouths. Don't worry, this is normal - they learn through taste and touch. Give your baby safe, large things they can taste and chew but not swallow. Clean toys regularly.
• Playing with babies is a fun part of being a parent.
• When older babies crawl they need plenty of space so they don't knock into things. You'll need to keep an eye on them because they can move quickly.
• A lot of time is spent each day nappy changing, bathing and feeding. Make these everyday tasks fun by playing, talking and singing to your baby while you do them.
• Parents are the best playmates babies have! Babies will play if they feel safe and are given encouragement.

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