In this video Miss Lucia talks about the first year: a mat on the floor, your voice, your face. Here is everything from the nursery, with one good option for each and how to use it.
The floor mat in the video. Freedom to move from day one.
How to use: Daily floor time, belly and back. Baby watches their own movements in the mirror.
The first mobile. Black and white shapes newborns can focus on.
How to use: Hang 30 to 40 cm above baby during awake time on the mat. Remove when baby loses interest.
A thin quilted pillow that makes it calm to be held and passed.
How to use: A thin padded mat baby lies on while being held, so moving baby feels calm.
First rattles and rings for little hands, from about 3 months.
How to use: Offer one at a time, within reach. Wooden ring, bell rattle, interlocking discs.
Real, everyday objects to explore once baby can sit.
How to use: Fill a low basket with 5 to 8 safe household objects. Rotate them weekly.
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