When you first looked upon your newborn’s sweet, wrinkly, little face, that moment no doubt made everything else in that moment stand still. As you gazed upon them, you were that much more grateful for the gift of sight, as this particular sight would forever change your life for good.
However, that same sweet little face in that moment was not have able to see you clearly at first. But not to worry, in time and with your help as their parent, you’ll assist in your baby’s sight developing, as well as all of their other senses.
Doing so will not only allow them to enjoy the rainbow that comes after a refreshing rainfall, or the sound of their grandparent’s unique, silly laugh, or the taste of that delectable baked good, it also will help in the development of their brain’s neural pathways that’ll support communication, social development, understanding, and emotional well-being.
But what’ll help you most from here on out is knowing what senses they’re coming into this world with that has a head start in development, and what’s going to need an extra step in the right direction so to speak.
The Strongest vs. The Weakest
Throughout your sweet babe’s progression thus far, as heightened as their senses may be, one sense that has taken the backburner per say has been their sight.
Everything but a baby’s sight, from their taste to their touch is the driving force in helping a baby navigate their first few months, and even years, of life.
Touch is the most developed of all the senses, being utilized even before birth. In the womb, the baby gets a feeling for its surroundings in its mother’s womb and itself, which is why you’ll often see during an ultrasound your little one touching its face.
Because touch is the strongest of the senses, this is why hospital staff highly encourage you as the parent to have skin to skin contact with your little one after they’re born, to comfort them and boost bonding.
Through the first six to seven months of your little one’s life, their eyesight will gradually develop, until around seven months, their eyesight will mature. This’ll lead to their progression in hand-eye coordination and depth perception. By the time they reach twelve months, their eyesight will be like yours.
Tips & Tricks (Specifically for Eyesight)
There are countless ways that you can boost your babe’s eyesight as it strives to mature. Here are but a few tips and tricks to see you through (those puns sure do roll off the tongue).
Tip #1: Make eye contact with your child to help them focus on your face. This’ll help with developing their eyesight.
Tip #2: Point out and describe activities you are doing, people they come across, and details in general, from the dog you pass while going on a walk to the Christmas lights twinkling on your street. Doing this will help them focus and to start becoming more familiar and aware of things, faces, and the many happenings taking place around them.
Tip #3: Hanging a mobile above or by your baby’s crib, to placing toys a few inches from your baby’s view will all help draw their attention and encourage their eyes to strengthen their focus.
Lead the Way
Stimulating your little one’s senses is so important for you as their parent to focus on during their first few years to help them progress and to fully embrace this incredible world before them.
It’ll not only be fun for them as they strengthen and utilize their senses, but will also be fun for you as you take pride in their growth and will also give you new eyes to see the world for its many simple beauties it holds for you to take in and enjoy.
As your little one develops, if you need any further direction or have any concerns, be sure to ask your baby’s pediatrician. They’re more than happy to advise you to make sure your baby is given the best foot forward and to ease your heart and mind, especially as this time is oh so crucial to help see them through well, now and into the future.
Now over to you, what has helped your little one in developing their sight and other senses?
What is something you are grateful for that your senses offer you?
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About the Author
Hi there! I’m Stephanie Tracy, a freelance writer and blogger for hire. I specialize in physical and mental health, parenting, and self-development. I create engaging, inspiring and useful content to help businesses progress in making their viewers into customers. When I’m not writing, you can find me on the floor happily playing with my baby boy, walking in the park with my family, or indulging in a movie marathon with my husband.