Nurture Magazine | Page 6

04 This month What a fun month this is! Not only will you most likely be hearing lots of giggles and squeals, but you might discover that your little one can roll this month! While this is very exciting, it means that you will need to be extra careful not to leave him alone on the bed, changing table, couch or anywhere else where he could roll off. Play time! Copying your actions is starting to become your little one’s favourite pastime! Make her giggle with some funny faces, singing songs, tickles and playing hide-and-seek. Your baby at five months Music to my ears Babies love music, so introduce your little one to everything from nursery rhymes and classical music, to your favourite songs. Give her a rattle and watch as she bangs in appreciation! Don’t forget! The weaning adventure is on the horizon, so start thinking about any bits you may need and be prepared – it’ll get messy! Spoons s Feeding bib s cube tray Ice High chair ?? For your big parenting adventure Tummy time Give baby a new perspective with plenty of tummy time during the day. This not only strengthens her neck and arm muscles as she pushes herself up to see what’s going on, but it is the first step in learning how to crawl and move around – something she’ll soon be doing for real!