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To encourage baby's brain power.
Guidance for me.
Every mum wants her baby to grow into a healthy, happy
toddler. Giving her some fun, mental stimulation helps develop new brain
‘connections’ which form part of her adult brain.
Mummy Time
Spending quality time with your child benefits her in so many different
ways. She picks up her language skills from baby talk with you and from
watching your face and body language. ‘Babies learn a lot faster if
they’re taught with one-to-one interaction,’ says brain expert Nancy
Slessenger. ‘So, the more animated you are around your baby and the more
you talk to her – even if she can’t understand exactly what you’re on
about yet – the better!
Get Moving
‘The development of the brain is directly linked to movement, ‘says
Nancy. ‘By waving her limbs around, she’s inviting you to react. When
you respond with an action or words, she’ll repeat the movement, and a
new brain connection is made.’
Good Grub
The long-chain polyunsaturated fat DHA found in breastmilk helps little
brains grow and develop. Some infant formulas contain DHA, which is
marked on formula milks as LCPs – levels differ, so do check. ‘Older,
weaned babies need a healthy, balance diet for brain development,’ says
Bridget Benelam from the British Nutrition Foundation. ‘This should
contain protein like chicken, dairy, lentils or eggs.’
Have a Rest
Babies benefit from a variety of mental stimulation, but, just like
adults, sometimes they need a break! During a rest or snooze your baby
processes what she’s learned, and chances are she’ll wake up full of
beans again and ready to take on more.
Did you know?
Boys’ brains develop from the back (the ‘doing’ part) towards the front
(the ‘thinking’ part). Girls’ brains develop the other way around. So
boys develop physical skills before thinking and language, and girls
tend to communicate earlier.
source - babyexpert.com
