Your baby's ability to focus is fully developed now, and he or she is endlessly curious about the world and excited by seeing new things. You may be spending lots of time out and about, looking for new sights to show your baby.
Appropriate for:
6 weeks to 3 months
Skills developed:
Visual
What you'll need:
A few brightly colored leaves, tape
The next time you take your baby out for a walk, collect a few brightly colored leaves to show him or her. (Or pick a few leaves in unusual shapes and colors.) Tape the stems of the leaves to the sunshade of the stroller: They make wonderful natural mobiles, as even the slightest breath of wind sends them turning and twirling above your baby's little head.
Safety note: If your baby has learned to grab, make sure the leaves aren't within reach.