Look at all the things Samantha will be learning in the next 4 weeks, how exciting!
Playing with Toys
It's time to take some more of those baby gifts off the shelf. Although your infant has shown little interest up to now in playing with toys, you can expect her to change her tune this month.
Kicking, grabbing, swatting and rattling are evidence of your baby's improving motor skills. She's learning how toys work, too. Which requires memory and a longer attention span.
New visual skills also show up this month. Your four-month-old is learning that objects come in different colors, shapes, sizes and even textures. Staring intensely at a toy gives her lots of pleasure. It's as if she's just discovering what a beautiful world she lives in.
Tummy Time
Some babies roll over as early as three months. Others wait until they begin to sit and crawl. Most babies roll over tummy to back first, then learn to roll the other way. Signs that your baby is about to roll. Rocking back and forth on her stomach, kicking her legs and "swimming" with her arms.
Once your baby discovers the joy of motion, she may turn into a rolling machine. Watch her carefully on the changing table and other high surfaces. She's quicker than you think.
Clowning Around
Once your baby starts laughing, you won't want her to stop. Get ready to make a fool of yourself this month. Babies usually start laughing at around four months. What gets the most giggles? Try funny faces, goofy grins and "raspberries" on that adorable little belly.
Brain Teaser
Did you know...
…that your baby can make voluntary movements, like reaching for toys? That's because she's been practicing her hand and arm skills, which help promote new growth in her brain
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