Like any other parent, you’re constantly worrying about your child’s development; do they know enough things for their age? Should they be able to do this or that at their age?
Having these types of concerns is completely natural, and while a regular checkup is always advised, here are a few things you could do to help your baby learn better and develop their intelligence.
Provide a varied and nutritious diet
Starting from 4 to 6 months, your baby is ready to start to have solid food.
It is important that you introduce them to a varied and nutritious diet. This way you contribute not only to his physical development but to his mental one as well.
Consult your pediatrician to know the right food for your baby’s age.
Make your baby move
Regardless of their age, it’s important that your baby gets any type of movement there is.
For instance, at a very young age, you can clap your baby’s hands together or gently move their legs as if pedaling a bicycle.
When your baby gets a bit older, you can roll their tummy combined with the bicycle movements.
This is important because it makes your baby aware of their body and improves their motor functions.
Talk to your baby
Talking to your baby is highly beneficial to the development of your baby. It boosts their understanding of their surroundings, helps them learn to talk at an early age, and increases their nonverbal abilities like reasoning and empathy.
Singing has also been shown to be beneficial to the development of their characters. For instance, research shows that singing to your baby helps relieve anxiety and build their confidence.
Provide developmentally appropriate toys
Toys are a wonderful way to stimulate your baby’s mental development. They promote spatial awareness, cognitive development and self-confidence.
Also, they promote their coordination abilities and focus. Make sure that you give your baby their age-appropriate toys, and most importantly give them your attention and support to boost their self-esteem.
Avoid screen time
Screen time is your child’s worst enemy especially at a very young age. Try to avoid screen time for your baby at all costs no matter how fussy they get. Instead, indulge them with some toys and games.
Takeaway
It is important to pay attention to your baby’s development from a very young age to be able to stimulate and reinforce their abilities.
Healthy and varied nutrition, physical movements, talking to your baby, providing developmentally appropriate toys, and avoiding screen time are powerful methods to increase your child’s learning abilities and intelligence. Nonetheless, a regular checkup is needed for the safety of your baby and your own peace of mind.
Contact us or Call our office to book your baby’s monthly checkup.
