The parents are fundamental in all stages of life, but they are decisive in the first. It is up to them to stimulate the baby from newborn, so that his mind develops, like his body, in the best possible way.
La early stimulation It is a current of parenting in which the key moments of the baby's growth are used to improve its development. They are a series of exercises and techniques stimulation devices that were originally developed for babies with disabilities, but have been shown to stimulate any baby's mind.
Techniques to stimulate a baby's mind
There is some controversy as to whether or not early stimulation favors a baby's mind in a stable environment. What is confirmed is that these physical, visual, auditory and language exercise techniques, yes they are effective in premature babies, those born with disabilities, and babies in risk environments.
The images of the baby's mind are what have allowed scientists to determine what part of the brain is developing. And they propose to stimulate her by talking to her, singing to her and reading to her, for example, in the period when these areas are establishing connections. So the baby will create more neural connections and therefore he will have more intellectual capacities when he grows up.
However all scholars agree is that these exercises should be in the form of a game, natural, and with parents. The affective bond with them is more important than the activity itself. And remember that every baby is different and develops at their own pace. Do not try to mark any.
Stimulate the baby's mind during the first 3 months
During the first month, most babies lift their heads, respond to sounds, and look at the faces around them. So you can start play with him from the start. Mothers and fathers have done it naturally and instinctively, and now scientific studies show the importance of these games.
You can talk to the baby making different sounds, sing to him, use finger puppets. It never hurts to talk to the baby, he will know your voice and the tone with which you say things. In the second month, babies already hold their heads up for short periods, smile and lift their shoulders. It is time for them to have hanging toys and try to catch the objects, show them the colors or make them fly.
Already at the third month your baby recognize your face and flips over when lying on the floor. You can play with him to beat a drum, or talk on the phone. It is also the time to play with textures, rough, smooth, and smell. Many times we forget that children smell, and you can put tasty smells in their room.
Tips to stimulate your baby
If you have seriously opted for early stimulation of your baby, you must be clear that this it requires a certain dedication to the day. We give you some tips to carry it out:
- Respect the baby's response time. Choose a quiet time to play with him. Prepare the environment with what you will need and focus on the child. Try to have objects that are pleasant to the touch, to the ear, to the palate, and that are safe.
- The games they should be enjoyable for all who participate in it. If you have children of similar ages, play with everyone. These games must be accompanied by songs, words and smiles. They must be full of love and sweetness. So if you are tired, you better not be with them.
- Don't use the screens when the child is bored. Babies are hypnotized by the screen because of the animation. The colors, sounds and movement really stimulate the little ones, but if you sing them or tell them a story you will have the same effect on them.
A baby with a stimulated mind will be happier than one who is bored, but this does not mean that the child himself does not find his encouragement. Observe him and give him what interests him the most.