Enjoying Your Baby, from Day One to Year One

By this point, many babies are crawling effortlessly. Batten down the childproofing hatches and get out of their way! It was at this point that I started getting a workout while Noah explored. In addition to following your baby as she roams, you can also try these quieter pastimes.

• Lie on your back and hold your baby while rubbing her tummy and kissing her cheeks. Guaranteed giggles!
  
  
• Read books aloud at the local library or bookstore to learn which ones make your baby's eyes go wide.
  
  
• Pause during stroller rides to let your baby gently touch flowers and shrubs at her level.
  
  
• If your baby is cruising, lie on the couch with two magazines—one for you to read, one for her to tear up—and watch her inch your way.