What is “serve and return” and why is it so important?
"Serve and return" is a child development term used to describe back and forth interactions with your baby. Learn how to do it, and why it's so important.
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Why children are so attached to their loveys (and what to do if your child loses theirs)
Loveys, also known as "transitional objects," help babies and toddlers through transitions. Learn why these blankies, stuffies, and more are important and what to do if one goes missing.
Endless fun with a sensory bag
When you just can't face another major clean-up for the sake of sensory exploration, these bags are a great way to let you little one explore without any mess.
Starry cardboard box
Create a starry night experience for your baby using things you already have at home.
Streamers on the Play Gym
Babies around 1 to 3 months will start to wave their arms around when they see something they are interested in. You can put leftover party supplies to good use by taping party streamers to the legs of your Play Gym.
Your Baby’s Physical Development: 3-4 Months
Watch Lovevery CEO Jessica Rolph discuss developmental milestones for your 3- and 4-month old with licensed occupational therapist and founder of CanDo Kiddo, Rachel Coley.
Cardboard Sensory Board
This fun sensory activity introduces your baby to tactile play, and might even make tummy time more enjoyable.
Easter Egg Sensory Bottle
Sensory bottles are easy, mess-free ways to stimulate your baby's senses.
Welcome to The Charmer Play Kit for months 3-4
Watch Lovevery CEO Jessica Rolph introduce the Charmer Play Kit for months 3 and 4 of your baby's life.
8 tips for talking to your baby who doesn’t talk back yet
Your baby listens to the intonation, rhythm, and patterns of your voice. Learn 8 ways to talk with your baby that support their speech development.
Week 17: Watch this 5-month-old master hand-to-hand transfer
Passing an object between two hands is a skill your baby will work toward for months, and it's a stepping stone for dressing, eating with utensils, and more.
Week 16: We searched all over Pinterest for sensory tummy time ideas and got the best for you
Combining tummy time with sensory play introduces your baby to different sights, sounds, and textures. Here are 4 great sensory play ideas for right now.
Week 15: Who is that cutie in the mirror?
Your baby doesn't recognize their own face in a mirror yet, but mirror-gazing is a favorite activity for babies. Here's how to get the most out of it.
Week 14: Why the floor is the best place for your baby to play
Experts recommend your baby spend more time playing on the floor and less time in seats, swings, and strollers. Floor time builds core muscle and neck strength.
Week 13: Reach, grasp, mouth, repeat
Learn when your baby should start reaching, grasping, and mouthing objects—practices that build fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination.
Week 12: Why a simple light switch is better for your baby than those flashing-light toys
There is art to house tours. Learn from Esther as she introduces baby Freya to the different elements of her home environment by narrating and demonstrating.
Week 11: What is my baby’s brain working on at 11 weeks old?
At 11 weeks, your baby may start responding to your voice and inspecting their own hands. Discover what else is developing right now.
Week 10: 4 ideas for no-floor, less fussy tummy time
Tummy time builds the muscles and coordination needed for rolling over, crawling, reaching, and playing. Here are some ideas for taking tummy time off the floor.
5 fun ways to play with your baby from 4 weeks to 12 weeks old
Your 4- to 12-week old baby is fed, rested, and alert. But how do you play with them? Here are some easy ideas for baby’s first playtimes.
