Tips for 9-12 month babies

TIPS AND TOYS YOU CAN USE FOR 9 - 12 MONTH OLD INFANTS

• Family members can play simple hand games like “bye-bye” and clap to music

• Be positive when playing with your child. Try to say “yes”, “good” or “well done”

• Encourage play with simple toys, such as a doll or a ball, that can be made using household materials and fabrics

• You also can easily make jingle bells, castanets, tambourines and other instruments

• If you need to leave, tell your infant and reassure her/him that you will soon return to play again

• Leave a safe, comfortable object with your infant, one that reminds and reassures her/him of you