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One little finger – an action song to encourage hand movements

What to do

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FM1.3

Learning to suck – seeing your baby's feeding reflex do its thing

While your baby is so small, feeding (whether breast or bottle) will be a big part of both of your days. Try to find ways to make this special for you, as well as your baby.

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FM1.2

This little piggy – a barefoot song to encourage wiggling toes

What to do

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FM1.1

Handheld lullaby – sing and soothe your baby (and yourself)

What to try

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C6.4

Let’s dance – using music and songs to encourage some wriggles

What you need

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C6.3

Coming and going – showing your baby you are still there when they cannot see you

What to try

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C6.2

Time to explore – giving your baby time to look at, touch and move toys and objects

What you need

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C6.1

Sing a song about you- use your baby’s name in some favourite songs and rhymes

What to try

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C5.3

Mutual tummy time – join in so your baby can see your face

What to do

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C5.2

Let’s explore – using more awake time to explore different textures

What you need

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One little finger – an action song to encourage hand movements

Learning to suck – seeing your baby's feeding reflex do its thing

While your baby is so small, feeding (whether breast or bottle) will be a big part of both of your days. Try to find ways to make this special for you, as well as your baby.

This little piggy – a barefoot song to encourage wiggling toes

Handheld lullaby – sing and soothe your baby (and yourself)

Let’s dance – using music and songs to encourage some wriggles

Coming and going – showing your baby you are still there when they cannot see you

Time to explore – giving your baby time to look at, touch and move toys and objects

Sing a song about you- use your baby’s name in some favourite songs and rhymes

Mutual tummy time – join in so your baby can see your face

Let’s explore – using more awake time to explore different textures

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Time for you – supporting your baby by thinking about self-care

Look at those hands! Using reflection to encourage your baby to play on the floor and notice their hands

Did you know that getting dressed promotes your baby’s head movements?

Group ideas for you and your baby

Sing a song about you- use your baby’s name in some favourite songs and rhymes

Hey baby – have a chat and help your baby develop awareness of their face

Involve your baby in finding a solution

Fascinating faces – holding your baby so they can focus on your face

Latest Posts

One little finger – an action song to encourage hand movements

Learning to suck – seeing your baby's feeding reflex do its thing

While your baby is so small, feeding (whether breast or bottle) will be a big part of both of your days. Try to find ways to make this special for you, as well as your baby.

This little piggy – a barefoot song to encourage wiggling toes

Handheld lullaby – sing and soothe your baby (and yourself)

Let’s dance – using music and songs to encourage some wriggles

Coming and going – showing your baby you are still there when they cannot see you

Time to explore – giving your baby time to look at, touch and move toys and objects

Sing a song about you- use your baby’s name in some favourite songs and rhymes

Mutual tummy time – join in so your baby can see your face

Let’s explore – using more awake time to explore different textures