09/01/2026
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If you have ever worried whether you are stimulating your baby enough, this post is for you!
My top 5 essential baby items for brain development:
1. Arms - babies need to be held and want to be close to you. In your arms is their favourite place, being cuddled will help them feel calm and regulated. ❤️
2. Face - newborn babies can recognise the triangular pattern that your eyes and nose/ mouth make and even in those early weeks you may notice them copying your facial expressions such as opening their mouth when you do. 👶🏻
3. Pram (or a sling) - getting outside for some fresh air is amazing for both of you, your baby will experience new sensations on their skin, new things to look at and you will feel better for not being cooped up inside. A walk is great, but even being in the garden is good. 🌿
4. Window - you don't need a load of black and white books and images to stimulate your baby, they will be drawn to any contrasting image, such as light at the window against dark curtains. 🪟
5. Bed (cot, crib, moses basket) - babies need a LOT of sleep, up to 18 hours a day. And although most will need help to get this amount of sleep, it's so important for their little brains to switch off and process all the new things they've learned that day. 💤😴
The bottom line is you don't need to buy a load of toys and gadgets.
If you’re holding your baby, responding to them, getting outside when you can, and helping them sleep - you’re already supporting their brain beautifully.
Share this with a parent who might need this reminder today. 📩
