Baby growth & development
Be prepared for all your baby’s big moments, with insights and information for every key skill and stage from newborn to age 1.
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Essential newborn toys to add to your baby registry
Here are the newborn toy essentials to add to your baby registry that will support your baby’s development.
Our award-winning Play Gym just got an update—see what’s new
After numerous play studies, weeks of in-home testing, and thousands of customer surveys, we are excited to announce updates to our award-winning Play Gym, now designed with even more developmental support for your baby.
What’s your baby’s brain working on at 7 weeks?
Parts of your baby's brain are about to experience a growth spurt. Learn 4 ways to encourage strong neural connections.
Our best tips for using black-and-white cards to boost learning
Discover creative ways to use black-and-white cards and patterns to help your baby learn.
Tummy time milestones by month
For a clear idea of positions and movements your baby may try from the earliest days of tummy time to the last, check out this illustrated month-by-month tummy time guide.
Tummy time for your baby: advice from a pediatric OT
Tummy time is vital for your baby to build the muscles and coordination needed for major motor skills. Learn all about tummy time with these FAQs.
3 – 4 Months
Essential newborn toys to add to your baby registry
Here are the newborn toy essentials to add to your baby registry that will support your baby’s development.
Our award-winning Play Gym just got an update—see what’s new
After numerous play studies, weeks of in-home testing, and thousands of customer surveys, we are excited to announce updates to our award-winning Play Gym, now designed with even more developmental support for your baby.
Our best tips for using black-and-white cards to boost learning
Discover creative ways to use black-and-white cards and patterns to help your baby learn.
Tummy time milestones by month
For a clear idea of positions and movements your baby may try from the earliest days of tummy time to the last, check out this illustrated month-by-month tummy time guide.
Tummy time for your baby: advice from a pediatric OT
Tummy time is vital for your baby to build the muscles and coordination needed for major motor skills. Learn all about tummy time with these FAQs.
Activities for your 4-month-old from child development experts
Through simple play, your 4-month-old gains thinking skills, gross motor development, social connections, language understanding, and more.
5 – 6 Months
Our award-winning Play Gym just got an update—see what’s new
After numerous play studies, weeks of in-home testing, and thousands of customer surveys, we are excited to announce updates to our award-winning Play Gym, now designed with even more developmental support for your baby.
Tummy time milestones by month
For a clear idea of positions and movements your baby may try from the earliest days of tummy time to the last, check out this illustrated month-by-month tummy time guide.
How to know if your baby is ready for solid foods—and 5 tips for getting started
No matter what feeding method you choose—traditional purees, baby-led weaning, or a mix of both—here are some tips to help you get started.
Tummy time for your baby: advice from a pediatric OT
Tummy time is vital for your baby to build the muscles and coordination needed for major motor skills. Learn all about tummy time with these FAQs.
How to help your baby find their pacifier at night
Falling back asleep after a pacifier falls out is hard on everyone. Read the dos and don’ts of using pacifiers for your baby's sleep.
When to give your baby their own spoon
Introducing a spoon promotes your baby's independence, motor skills, sensory perception, and speech. Try our tips to help them learn to use it.
7 – 8 Months
Introducing the Wooden Sound Cylinders, new to The Inspector Play Kit for months 7 and 8
Here’s what to know about this exciting new addition to The Inspector Play Kit.
Tummy time milestones by month
For a clear idea of positions and movements your baby may try from the earliest days of tummy time to the last, check out this illustrated month-by-month tummy time guide.
How to know if your baby is ready for solid foods—and 5 tips for getting started
No matter what feeding method you choose—traditional purees, baby-led weaning, or a mix of both—here are some tips to help you get started.
Tummy time for your baby: advice from a pediatric OT
Tummy time is vital for your baby to build the muscles and coordination needed for major motor skills. Learn all about tummy time with these FAQs.
5 tips to ease your baby’s stranger anxiety
Stranger anxiety is developmentally appropriate but difficult to manage. Next time your child is feeling anxious, try these five strategies.
How to help your baby find their pacifier at night
Falling back asleep after a pacifier falls out is hard on everyone. Read the dos and don’ts of using pacifiers for your baby's sleep.
9 – 10 Months
Here’s what’s happening with your baby’s sleep at 9 months
From developmental leaps to separation anxiety, here are a few things that could be disrupting your baby’s sleep at 9 months—and how to help.
Introducing 3 brand new playthings to The Explorer Play Kit for months 9 and 10
The Pincer Chime Ball, Transparent Tube Tower, and Roll & Build Cone Set keep your curious baby engaged as they build important motor and cognitive skills.
Best mashed foods to help your baby learn to chew
Discover 15 first foods to mash for your baby, according to a pediatric occupational therapist.
Tummy time milestones by month
For a clear idea of positions and movements your baby may try from the earliest days of tummy time to the last, check out this illustrated month-by-month tummy time guide.
5 tips to ease your baby’s stranger anxiety
Stranger anxiety is developmentally appropriate but difficult to manage. Next time your child is feeling anxious, try these five strategies.
How to help your baby find their pacifier at night
Falling back asleep after a pacifier falls out is hard on everyone. Read the dos and don’ts of using pacifiers for your baby's sleep.
11 – 12 Months
Meet the Sensory Switchboard, brand new to The Thinker Play Kit for months 11 and 12
The Sensory Switchboard lets your baby explore cause and effect while practicing fine motor skills.
Best mashed foods to help your baby learn to chew
Discover 15 first foods to mash for your baby, according to a pediatric occupational therapist.
5 tips to ease your baby’s stranger anxiety
Stranger anxiety is developmentally appropriate but difficult to manage. Next time your child is feeling anxious, try these five strategies.
When do babies wave?
Waving ‘hello’ and ‘goodbye‘ combine at least three distinct types of skills for your baby. Learn more about these skills and how to encourage waving.
The math activity you did not know you have in your house
Any book with illustrations or photos can become a prompt for introducing important math lessons. Read our tips on how you can combine reading time with math learning.
6 OT expert tips to encourage first steps
Try these tips for practicing pre-walking skills like cruising and standing without support from Rachel Coley, Lovevery's pediatric OT.