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Baby Learn & Play

Babies have a lot to learn! Fortunately, they were born ready. Find out how to build a safe, stimulating environment for your littlest one.

Baby barking like a dog

Mom films baby’s strange new habit—then realizes she’s copying the dog

The video captures that hilarious click moment when Ahn realizes exactly where her baby picked up the habit.

Updated Mar. 17, 2025
Parents giving comfort taps to baby

This baby’s comfort taps might be the most powerful thing you see today

Mimicking parents’ actions isn’t just cute; it’s an essential part of early development.

Updated Feb. 18, 2025
Mom playing with baby

Baby’s viral ‘monster growl’ teaches us how play builds language skills

Freddie was imitating her! Bonnie often growled playfully right before tickling him

Updated Jan. 27, 2025
A little girl folding a blanket

Neuroscience says: Letting your child try and fail Is the key to effective parenting

New research has uncovered a simple mindset shift that could change everything: seeing everyday tasks as learning opportunities for your child.

Updated Dec. 10, 2024
toddler watching tv - baby screen time

Worried about your baby’s screen time? 5 strategies to reduce the pull

It’s never too late—or too early—to have a ‘digital reset’.

Updated Jul. 27, 2023
moms reading to baby - early literacy activities for babies

10 ways to support your baby’s early literacy skills

Here’s how to foster a love of reading from a young age.

Updated Jul. 21, 2023
toddler using baby sign language

Ready to teach your baby sign language? Here’s where to start

Baby sign language encourages infant communication and independence—and it's easier than you think.

Updated Jul. 10, 2023
mom doing reclined boat pose while holding baby's hand - yoga with baby

5 yoga poses to do with baby

Stretching plus snuggles? Right this way.

Updated Jun. 30, 2023
newborn baby laying on sheepskin rug beside mom - how do babies learn

How do babies learn? A primer for parents

You are your baby’s first (and favorite!) teacher, mama.

Updated Jun. 06, 2023

Activities for a 15-month-old: Fostering baby’s development

That big personality is shining through more and more each day.

Updated Jun. 08, 2023
11-month-old baby playing at activity table - activities for 11-month-old

Activities for an 11-month-old: Fostering baby’s development

Keeping up with your baby these days can mean you're constantly on your toes.

Updated Jun. 22, 2023
mom and baby playing with a dinosaur - activities for 7-month-old

Activities for a 7-month-old: Fostering baby’s development

Your little one is probably getting more mobile by the day—which means it's time to officially start baby-proofing.

Updated Feb. 24, 2023
lalo the play gym

The stylish baby play gym you won’t mind leaving out 24/7

Designed in partnership with a team of early childhood development experts, the Lalo Play Gym is exactly the kind of baby gear investment we recommend time and time again.

Updated May. 16, 2022
baby playing with Sophie

Activities for a 2-month-old: Fostering baby’s development

Routines create a foundation for learning how to love and developing good self-esteem as baby grows.

Updated Feb. 06, 2023
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