BGPF063 | Baby bath time
By Dr. Rajeev Tamhankar
Introduce core concepts like hot, cold, wet, dry, floating, sinking, big, small, and colors during bath time. Use interactive toys, water play, and storytelling to make learning engaging.
- Zero to 3 Months:
- Gentle water splashes and tummy time.
- Use calm narration for water sensations.
- 3 to 6 Months:
- Introduce floating toys and pouring water with cups.
- Use simple toys to create fun textures.
- 6 to 9 Months:
- Engage with bubbles, gentle splashes, and water games.
- Encourage exploration with safe toys.
- 9 to 12 Months:
- Teach pouring water between cups and interactive play with bath toys.
- Introduce pretend-play actions like washing their own body.
- Enhances sensory and body awareness.
- Builds early concepts of size, texture, and cause-effect relationships.
- Improves hand-eye coordination and motor skills.
- Encourages bonding through shared activities.
- Keep sessions short (5-10 minutes) to avoid overstimulation.
- Use storytelling to narrate activities.
- Repeat concepts to reinforce learning.
- Monitor water temperature and ensure baby’s comfort.
- Gradually increase complexity as the baby grows.
- Floating bath toys, bubbles, and soft sponges.
- Small cups or containers for pouring.
- Gentle baby-friendly soap or shampoo.
- Comfortable, safe bath seating.
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