“We can measure how babies pay attention by how long they look at things, and those seem to be predictive of later executive function.” says Dr. Melissa Clearfield, infant brain researcher and psychologist. Help your baby focus longer by playing together with simple toys—no flashing lights or manufactured sounds. In this post: Build your baby’s … Continued
Showing your newborn a simple black-and-white pattern encourages them to focus and coordinate their eyes—two important skills they’re working on right now. This also helps their brain learn to receive, interpret, and respond to visual stimuli. In this post: Develop visual skills with slow play At birth, a baby’s vision isn’t fully developed. Right now, your … Continued
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Introducing our updated Looker Play Kit, which includes our brand new Sensory Links, perfect for The Play Gym or to take on the go! Learn how you can get these new products and the answers to other questions.
