Baby Games: Birth to 3 Months

Baby Games: Birth to 3 Months
from Natural Mother

Having a newborn around the house will probably keep you busy. But believe it or not, in between all those diaper changes, marathon breastfeeding sessions and afternoon naps, you and your newborn might actually find yourselves with nothing to do. Take advantage of that time by playing with your baby. Here are some ideas:

Dance.
Turn on some upbeat music, and hold her close as you move to the music. She might develop a sense of rhythm while you get some exercise.

"Run" your baby.
Lay her on a bed or other soft surface on her back. Hold her ankles in your hands and move her legs in a gentle running motion as you say "run, run, run".

Sing to her.
Remember "Twinkle, twinkle little star" and "Baah baah black sheep"? It's time to get them out of storage.

Play "This Little Baby"
This little baby rocked in the cradle (wiggle her arms)
This little baby jumped in bed (wiggle her legs)
This little baby crawled on the green grass (rub her belly)
This little baby bumped her head (pat her head)
This little baby played hide and seek (put your face close to her face)
Where's that little baby? (hide your face with your hands)
Ooooh, peek! (show your face, then cover it)
Ooooh, peek! (show your face again)

Quick Tip: Jot these suggestions down on some notecards and stash them away in the couch or some place nearby to pull out when you have a lull in the action