Smile at your baby and use her name. Babies muscles only grow strong when they use them. Talk softly or sing at the same time while making eye contact. Help patty cake, or kiss the hands while talking or singing. Make sure the objects are large enough that they aren't a choking hazard.
Immunizations protect children from disabling or life threatening diseases.
If your child gets behind the recommended schedule of immunizations, call the health department or your health provider. Babies who visit the doctor regularly are sick less. Babies of family members who smoke have a higher risk of ear infections and colds. They learn to trust by how soon you respond to them. On back or side.