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The most underestimated skill: your baby's ability to focus
The most underestimated skill: your baby's ability to focus
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Written by Emily Greenberg
Updated over 2 weeks ago

Your baby's ability to focus enables them to explore the world and concentrate on objects, faces, and interactions.

Initially, your baby's eyes may seem unfocused, with wandering gazes drawn to high-contrast patterns. However, by three months, they begin to distinguish color and master the art of focusing both eyes on moving objects and tracking them. Watch baby's visual horizons expand, revealing a world of colors and shapes, laying the foundation for future learning.

Supporting Your Baby's Focus

  • Engage:Talk and point to objects, helping them concentrate on what you're discussing.

  • Read:Regular reading introduces language and encourages eye contact, enhancing focus.

  • Explore:Provide safe opportunities for hands-on exploration of their surroundings.

  • Loving Environment:Create a secure, caring atmosphere where your baby can comfortably learn and grow.

Early development is the secret to enhancing your baby's focusing abilities, so create a nurturing environment, be patient, and cherish every step of this remarkable journey!

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