- Visual :
- Show objects with bright contrasting colors (black, white and red)
- Use different patterns and shapes (plaid, stripes, checker, etc.)
- Use mobiles
- Put pictures of family (mom, dad, siblings, etc.) on the wall near the changing table, in the nursery and in the backseat of the car
- Place mirror in crib (when awake and alert)
- Provide activity centers/gyms
- Hearing :
- Play music
- Call baby’s name
- Sing to baby
- Use a variety of sounds
- Provide toys that make noise
- Read a book everyday
- Touch :
- Cuddle
- Stroke
- Introduce a variety of textures (rough, smooth, crinkly, soft, squishy)
- Give different things to grasp
- Moving :
- Carry
- Rock
- Provide bouncy chair or swing
- Allow for tummy time
