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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 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
mom pointing out a picture in a book to her baby, wondering when to start reading to baby

When to start reading to baby: What the data say

A baby who can open their eyes is a baby ready for a book, according to experts. 

Updated Mar. 23, 2023
baby laying on belly looking at one of the best board books for babies

30+ essential board books for baby’s first year

Classic and new titles that will take you from baby's first day to their first birthday.

Updated Mar. 23, 2023
baby playing with bubbles outside, one of the best summer sensory activities

Best summer sensory activities for babies & toddlers

Water tables, sensory bins and tummy time on a blanket in the shade can greatly benefit your child's development.

Updated Mar. 14, 2023
mom and son playing with sand on the beach, thinking about the psychological benefits of family vacations

It’s science: Vacations make your kids happy long after they’re over

Whether you're planning a quick trip to the lake or flying the fam to a resort, the results are the same: A happier, more connected family.

Updated Mar. 21, 2023
mom doing tummy time with baby on motherly's favorite living room play mat from the house of noa

The play mat that actually looks good in your living room

When you make the switch from non-parent to mama, it comes with…

Updated Mar. 24, 2023
baby on tummy, lifting head

This is how “baby talk” affects little ones learning two languages

Infant-directed speech—better known as "baby talk"—makes babies pay more attention, a new study found.

Updated Mar. 21, 2023
dad rapping to baby

Cutest rap battle ever: Baby laughs hysterically at his dad

This 5-month-old’s reaction to his dad rapping is priceless Click here to…

Updated May. 03, 2023
baby playing on the lovevery play gym

This research-backed play gym is the only thing you need for the first year of play

It keeps my three children entertained at the same time, despite their age differences.

Updated Sep. 02, 2022
baby selecting a toy independently, one of the best montessori baby activities

6 Montessori activities for babies—no new toys required

Here's how to entertain a baby without buying lots of stuff.

Updated Mar. 17, 2023
mom trying to comfort her baby as it cries in a car seat

Here’s what to do when your baby hates the car seat

Tips from parents who have been there, too.

Updated Aug. 27, 2024
Shay Mitchell kissing daughter on the cheek

Why Shay Mitchell is teaching her baby about activism

"I think it's so important to educate them at a young age."

Updated Mar. 24, 2023
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