0-4 months: colours and shapes
Let's start by reminding ourselves that it is first and foremost thanks to you, his parents, that a newborn baby wakes up, discovers the world and develops his senses: skin contact - during moments of sharing such as bathing, changing, meals -, the exchange of glances and the voices he hears all contribute to creating a familiar and reassuring world around him that encourages him to explore and venture out.
To accompany your smiles and rhymes, you can place a few colourful and noisy toys in his field of vision from the age of 1 month. Choose objects with bright, contrasting colours and simple shapes (balls, cubes, rain sticks), and prefer the play mat to the bouncy chair for these moments of play, to encourage your baby's movements, as he will soon be trying to turn his eyes, then his head, then his shoulders, etc. Choose a play arch that is easy to move (always to stimulate his body motor skills and eye movement), and on which you can attach new toys.
From 4 to 8 months: materials and movement
On his playmat, your baby moves around, tries to turn around and grasp the objects around him, and will soon sit up on his own. To accompany him without rushing him, place toys near him that he can roll or shake, objects that are easy to grasp, touch or chew with various textures and materials. Once he is sitting up, offer him creative games: wooden puzzles, stacking games, boxes and baskets are essential at this age for assembling, fitting, emptying and filling at will.
9 to 12 months: landmarks and movement
On all fours or standing, your baby is starting to move around on his own, but to do so, he needs to be reassured and to find a few landmarks on his way. Don't hesitate to create small refuge areas where he can rest or hide (teepee, hut, play tunnel). To accompany his first steps, offer him a push cart in which he can carry his cuddly toy and his favourite toys.
