Infants need a warm, responsive caregiver who will help them feel secure by tending to their cries. Feeling secure encourages infants to try new things. Infants should be held and cuddled during feeding. It is important to their feeling of self-worth and security. Babies should be moved regularly so they see new things.
Babies spending long periods of time in cribs, walkers, play pens or high chairs.
Flexibility to accommodate a baby's natural schedule. Some babies need to eat more frequently and some will sleep more. Caregivers talk to the babies. Even though infants cannot understand everything said to them, they will be learning many words in the months to come. No evidence of caregiver talking, singing, or playing with child.