Popular games for a baby's first year are "Peek-A-Boo" and "Where's Baby's Nose?" It is important to remember that a baby needs games that are simple and stimulating. Do not make play time overly complicated and be sure to pay attention to the baby's cues saying he's done.Continue Reading
"Peek-A-Boo" is one of the best games for infants and young toddlers. This game reassures the baby that the person hiding will always come back, easing separation anxieties. To play, hide your face behind your hands and then move them away while you say "Peek-A-Boo."
Playing "Where's Baby's Nose?" helps to build language skills and body part recognition. To play, ask baby "Where's your" and fill in a body part. Then, very excitedly exclaim "There it is!" while pointing to or tickling the body part. Use a sing-song or high pitch tone to encourage the baby to engage.Learn more about New Baby