Babies love to look at faces. So why not let your baby look at her own face in a mirror?
Providing your baby with a mirror
When looking at her face in a mirror your baby will learn how to track images and focus her eyes. Your baby will also learn about emotions and facial expressions and gain an awareness of her own image.
Observe your baby when she is looking in a mirror. Does she smile, coo, reach out, turn away, etc.
You can also interact with your baby while she is looking in the mirror. Touch the different parts of your baby’s face and name them. Use an expressive voice as you talk.
Mirrors are a great way to help your baby learn. Does/did your baby like looking in the mirror? What about your older children?
