Week 43: Your baby’s amazing encyclopedic brain
The most meaningful learning happens when your baby is exposed to everyday objects and events. Here are some ways to help your baby build their intelligence.
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Week 42: Why you can actually have too many blocks
Blocks unlock powerful learning for babies, but child development experts recommend limiting the number of blocks you give yours. Learn why in our post.
Week 44: Why tubes and containers are so essential to your baby
Your baby is starting to understand that objects fall through a tube, but stay put in a container. Learn how the Lovevery Clear Tube reinforces this real-world concept.
Your Baby’s Physical Development: 9 Months
Watch Lovevery CEO Jessica Rolph discuss developmental milestones for your 9-month old with licensed occupational therapist and founder of CanDo Kiddo, Rachel Coley.
Pillow Crawling
If you have a crawler (on average around 8-10 months) that needs more of a challenge, try creating a mountain of pillows. This activity is also great for babies who have skipped crawling or are quickly trying to move past the crawling stage.
Laundry Basket Spider Web
Problem solving and fine motor work are key to releasing the trapped toys in this fun DIY play for your baby.
Balls and Muffin Tin Activity
Balls and muffin tin activity | Lovevery
Animal Rescue Activity
Animals and tape are all you need for this DIY activity for your baby or toddler.
5 Easy Sensory Bottle Ideas
Sensory bottles offer mess-free sensory play for your baby or toddler. Try these five ideas yourself.
Nature walk and outdoor treasure box
The world right outside your home is full of opportunities for your baby to learn. Take a stroll around the neighborhood with your baby, enjoy the fresh air, and collect some natural souvenirs for an outdoor treasure box.
Easter Egg Play
If you were able to get some Easter eggs this year, or you have some from previous years, you can offer them to your baby to explore. They will like the bright colors, figuring out how they open and close, and watching the different ways the eggs move.
Sing along with Lovevery on Spotify
From developing neural pathways to encouraging language development, music is almost magical in its impact on your baby's brain development. Listen to Lovevery's playlists for everything from bedtime to dance parties.
Welcome to The Explorer Play Kit for months 9-10
Watch Lovevery CEO Jessica Rolph introduce the Explorer Play Kit for months 9 and 10 of your baby's life.
Lyrics to the best lullabies are here
Here are the lyrics to classic lullabies to sing to your newborn, including Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star, Somewhere Over the Rainbow, You are My Sunshine, and others.
Week 37: Sometimes the best toys are not toys at all
Sometimes an everyday object can delight and engage your baby just as much as a toy. Learn how to introduce your baby to the playthings already in your home.
Week 41: The fascinating powers of a simple Montessori egg
The Lovevery Wood Cup and Egg teach your baby how to use both sides of the body at the same time, essential for learning future tasks like getting dressed.
Week 40: How to get all the playtime that your toys have to give
Babies' interests evolve, but you don't always need to buy new toys in order to keep up. Lovevery shares new ways to play with familiar favorites.
Week 36: Helping your baby crawl…and why it’s important to keep them crawling
Pediatric occupational therapist Rachel Coley explains why crawling is vital to babies, and what can happen if they skip this stage.
Week 38: Puffs develop your baby’s fine motor skills
Your baby is learning to use a pincer grasp to pick up objects. Learn why puff snacks can be your baby's favorite (safe) way to practice their new motor skills.
Week 39: So simple, so fun! 5 new ideas for how to play with a blanket
Blankets can help your baby learn about object permanence, shape, and balance. Here are some fun and simple ways to incorporate blankets into playtime.
