The Ultimate Guide To Infant Activities In Daycare For 6 Month Old Infants!
Hey daycare provider, looking for amazing infant activities to care for your littlest students? The infant activities in daycare I will be sharing in this post is catered to caring for a six-month-old baby. I will walk you through some of the crucial milestones and developmental changes your six-month-old baby will experience in this stage and provide tips and tricks for handling them. Let’s get started!
Hello Teeth
If your little one is drooling, cranky, or chewing on things, their first set of teeth is likely to come in. The two bottom teeth typically appear first, followed by the two top teeth. To help ease the discomfort, offer chilled washcloths, place teething rings in the fridge, and even chilled baby food for them to gnaw on.
Bibs will be your friend during this stage, as your little one tends to be slobbery and wet. Be sure to ask for extra outfits for the baby to keep them dry and comfortable throughout the day.
Handing Toys
Your little one is now exploring their fine motor skills and learning to move things from one hand to another, place toys in their mouth, and take them out. It’s a fantastic time to introduce toys with different textures and shapes to help with sensory development. Place toys just out of reach to encourage them to reach forward, providing an excellent opportunity to work on their gross motor skills.
Toys that can be washed are a must because everything will get chewed and mouthed now. Be sure to include a range of textures and shapes to encourage their exploration.
Sitting Up
Around six months old, your baby will start sitting up in a tripod position, balancing themselves with their arms in front of them. Prepare for falls! With time, your baby’s balance will improve, and soon sit upright without falling over.
Consonant Sounds
Your little one has now learned to make consonant sounds such as baa, maa, and daa. Keep the interaction going with them by modeling sounds and mimicking their noises.
One way to encourage them to make sounds and develop their language skills is to read simple stories. It doesn’t matter if your baby grabs the book and turns to the last page. Include board books with bold, bright pictures and different textures for sensory stimulation.
Activities For Infants
Caring for a six-month-old baby can be a challenging yet exciting time as they develop and grow. It’s essential to offer them toys with different textures and shapes for sensory and motor development. Include them in your daily routine to meet their social and emotional needs. And remember to keep those bibs handy! Check out even more ways to care for your six-month-old cutie to feel confident and well-equipped.
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