Do This With Your Newborn to Promote Healthy Development

Here are simple activities for your 0 - 3 month old baby. These baby activities will help your baby hit their developmental milestones. These baby activities will give you ideas on how to entertain your baby throughout the day. Your baby will enjoy these activities when they are a newborn baby, 1 month old baby, 2 month old baby and 3 month old baby. These baby activities can easily be completed in the home with minimal toys or equipment. This video will show you how to stimulate a newborn and gives you fun ideas on playing with a newborn baby. Enjoy and happy playing!
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[@EmmaHubbard]

Having a newborn - 3 month old baby is very exciting but also very overwhelming. My hope is this video will make parenting a little less overwhelming. Let me know which activity your bub likes the best! Don't forget to get your free 0 - 12 months old developmental milestone chart here: brightestbeginning.com/12monthmilestones

[@verakopalidou5256]

Hallo Emma my nam is Vera I have 9 months baby I need advice how to make the baby do not fell from the bed or which bed is ok for him,I try my best to protect him but is not work🥺

[@tabinasaleh1827]

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[@cynthiarico638]

@@tabinasaleh1827 ppp

[@RC-qg6un]

@@verakopalidou5256 your baby needs a crib they cant climb out of not a bed they can roll off of.

[@sidneysun5217]

my tip is talk, talk through what you're doing when you're changing diapers, when you're feeding, when you're walking around. describe what you're doing, what room you're entering, what object you're picking up, etc. just constant communication, helps alot with their speech and socialization later on.

[@EmmaHubbard]

Thanks for sharing this great tip!

[@kennethjaneyunzal1972]

Wow! This is so helpful! Thank you so much!

[@thorisomolefe2276]

I'm a Gemini, all I do is talk😄😄😄 even to inanimate objects. I'm going to have sssso much fun talking to my baby once he's born. I already talk to him a lot lmao.

[@fighttheevilrobots3417]

@@thorisomolefe2276 haha I'm a Gemini too and I'm like this too!

[@terezahovhannisyan7742]

@@kennethjaneyunzal1972 p

[@9168W]

My oldest and youngest are 15 years apart. I feel like so much has changed and advanced, particularly the attitude toward parents struggling with their babies. It feels so much safer now to say I'm struggling with feeding her, fighting depression, feeling overwhelmed, am totally lost with sleep, etc. More and more people are willing to talk about the realities of parenting and dropping the performance of pretending we have it all together. 30 years ago I watched my mom go through postpartum depression after my brother was born and people would scold her for being ungrateful or selfish. I'm so grateful the stigma is disappearing more and that there's help like these videos. It is so good to know I'm not alone. Thank you 💕

[@EmmaHubbard]

Thank you so much for sharing! Do make sure you reach out to family and friends to help and talk to. There are also great services available now to help with feeding, sleep and depression so make sure you link in with those if needed. You are never alone ❤️

[@9168W]

@@EmmaHubbard I will. Thank you again 💓

[@kimbershark]

It's refreshing to see another mom like me. My daughter's 17 and I have a 7 week old son. It definitely feels like I'm doing it all over again. My son seems harder as he is extremely colicky and aware most of the night. I'm also struggling with depression (in therapy) and I agree it's so much different than it used to be. I'm so glad too.

[@rugeramerican308]

8 day old! Is a champ at tummy time, he already lifted his head when he was born, and he is doing tummy time without fussing. It actually seem like he enjoys it❤

[@EmmaHubbard]

That’s awesome!

[@claudiapastorahdez6177]

Mine hates it. We work on it daily but he hates it so much and now he's rolling on his own. 3 month old. 😆

[@Aphrodite011]

My baby is 5weeks old now . But he started cooing at 3weeks old. I keep singing and talking to him. He love story telling you really know he’s interacting/communicating very well. And our everyday activities are, I let him watch black & white or show high contrast books for his Visual Development so at the age of 4weeks his eye movements is really great. 😊

[@gen_44]

Sorry, but is it only me who cannot find a gap to play with my 1 month old? When she wakes up, she gives me 1-2 seconds to start feeding and she would’ t let me go until she is done, and when she is done, she falls asleep (crazy crying in between the processes). I am surprised babies can actually sit quietly.. mine is moving so crazy

[@meghancooley9306]

I have just got home with a newborn and cannot wait to interact with these activities.

[@EmmaHubbard]

Very exciting times. Hope these activities make it a little easier- especially the tummy time options

[@EmmaHubbard]

Very exciting times. Hope these activities make it a little less overwhelming- especially the different tummy time options.

[@elzeekhiangte]

Im a single mom of a 3 months old girl....i talk to her alot even when she's still inside me......and now she can recognise my voice even in a crowd.....and i recently bought the gym mat....even though she doesnt like it first...i helped her grab the toys hanging and i love all your videos....it helped me alot.....even though im a doctor....its my first time baby and please keep updating videos....love you from india😊😊😊

[@Ra-ji8un]

bahut badiya ji!!

[@nelus7276]

I used to think my voice was atrocious too, but after four years of singing for my son, I must say it has improved a lot. Win-win!

[@Mt4evr]

Lol yep, when kiddo was around 2, my husband mentioned my singing voice had improved

[@cmpremlap]

Thank you for your videos. 11:00 I too used and still place a wash cloth on both sons tummies. We currently have a 4 y.o. & 2 month old. I think the washcloth on the belly also gives additional warmth and soothing. I also place one on his head and a third one draped over his hands since they seem to get cold being that they are not submerged in the warm bath water. I frequently pour warm water over the wash cloths to refresh them. I find it can be more gentle and can channel the water away from the face and keep him calm.

[@sarahroberts7374]

My little boy will be here within 2 weeks glad ive discovered this channel 💙💙💙💙

[@EmmaHubbard]

Hi @Sarah Roberts so glad you have found this channel helpful. Hopefully the next 2 weeks goes quickly and for the safe arrival of your little one. Very exciting times!

[@tylerredenbach3797]

I love this Chanel.between being a new clueless Parent n my wife who has ppd n was crying a lot cuz she keeps thinking she was failing our boy. She found lots of comfort here. Knowing that she isn’t the only one who has no clue. Thank you sooooo much Emma ur awesome. Our baby is 4 months now n we were wounding if u can do a video to get them the hold stuff n touch their feet. We r doing your rolling tips n it makes it so easy to understand on what to do n my big is trying.

[@racheltackett4004]

❤My 5 week old gets upset doing tummy time on his play gym and the airplane hold is way more fun for him. I fly him around the house showing him plants and the mirror and he lifts his head very interested. It’s a good alternative technique.

[@manikirnails9660]

Nice, positive, realistic channel with Lots of facts presented on clear and fun way. Also the editing of the Video is perfect with Lots of diverse parents and babies which I find so refreshing.. My son is 7 weeks old and you encouriged me to sing a litlle more which I also thought is not so nice to hear but He loves it.. For my son the best toy for now are my hands .. We bought contrast book, play matt and other toys but He smiles the most to my Hands.. Thank you for this Videos, looking forward to see them All!

[@EmmaHubbard]

Thanks so much for your nice comments

[@danielamr410]

Im giving birth to our first baby in 3 months and this helped me get an idea of what to do. Thank you for simplifying all this. It can be a bit overwhelming with all the info out here. Thanks again!! ☀️☀️❤️

[@EmmaHubbard]

Hi! It can definitely be overwhelming but it sounds like you are going to be a great parent as you’re already getting prepared for life after the birth. I am sure you will be fantastic!

[@1undonlyMeaMea]

My baby did turn her head and was quite aware from birth. She is 2 months old now. She is cooing and smiling. She just hates tummy time.

[@taraunit]

I love these videos so much. I love your straight forward way of talking. You’re making me feel so much more prepared for baby time!

[@taylor6735]

My newborn smiles ALL THE TIME. Especially when shes about to sleep

[@MissCandySoFly]

My baby is 7 weeks old she smiles, laughs , and is starting to baby bable so much it's the so cute I talk to her I count and spell her name and and point out her body parts she seems to love it

[@EmmaHubbard]

Sounds like you are both having a lovely time together!

[@aunalisakriz1032]

She’s 6 weeks old, we started that novel I’ve been meaning to read all year and nearly finished. I usually just read it aloud when we sit down to nurse. I thought, why read a children’s book? Right now I’m the only one that that’s even looking at the pages. Haven’t made such quick progress in a book in years!

[@Endicq]

This is such a fantastic idea!!! Thank you!!!!

[@chloeschat9261]

I'm so glad I found your channel!! My bubba is 11 weeks old but 2 weeks adjusted age as 9 weeks prem and have recently started doing tummy time, I do it with him for only a couple minutes but had no idea it was okay to do it multiple times a day! So I'm looking forward now to doing it more often as I love it and he loves it too, I've watched so many of your videos and they are so helpful! Thank you thank you !!

[@acraven6789]

A lot of helpful information on practical, fun activities to do with your bub. I really enjoyed chatting & singing to my babies. I agree a play mat is a must at this age👍🏻

[@EmmaHubbard]

Singing to your bub is a lot of fun.

[@Bellz89]

I LOVE your videos so much! So informative and encouraging 🙌🏽🤍🤎

[@zijo9930]

Very informative with clear description, big thank you Dr. Emma for this channel 💙

[@abdelazizhaffad2408]

Thank you for all these great tips and tricks. I was doing most of them before viewing your videos but now, I got more organised and can’t wait for my baby to wake up so I can tummy time with her. Thanks again

[@jijoshou]

Ññ lo ñ

[@seraa3109]

🍪

[@ddrumcorner4682]

Hey Emma, thanks for your videos, they're really helpful and well produced! Expecting our first child in 2 weeks. Is there a particular baby gym you favour/recommend ? thanks alot

[@mariejbass760]

Thanks Emma for your tips

[@mishiwihi]

Firat time Mother-to-be here. This video was VERY informative. I wonder most of the time how i will take care of that little soul that's souly dependant on me and watching videos like these help calm me down. Thank you for posting this ❤

[@EmmaHubbard]

You are so welcome!

[@atvchannelonjibraga6191]

Hello thanks for this tips watching here again 🇯🇵

[@Mrmoe198]

More British slang! “Bub” informal mainly UK or Australian English. a way of referring to a baby or small child. Adorable!

[@crazypeanut91]

I made tummy time with my baby lying on me and I was reading her out of my book (nkt very child friendly with pictures and subjects in a fantasy world, but still I was talking 😊) Sometimes she would lift the head, but not always. It is our ritual after she woke up and we are done feeding. Depending on her interest and energy, she lifts her head and reacts or she put herself back to sleep 😁

[@martinhoweb]

Great, love from Portugal

[@raykarpp]

12 weeks pregnant, and nervous but looking forward to this

[@_pugito1659]

You got this!

[@raykarpp]

@@_pugito1659 thank you:) 37 weeks now

[@k3sistersvlogs135]

Hi Emma,your videos are very helpful.thanks for sharing it😊

[@unoyolomangaliso4691]

Iam new here,my baby is 6months and I'm learning a lot 🙏 it's my first time of being a mom

[@KaalaiVanakkam]

You're a god send

[@EmmaHubbard]

So glad I can help 😊

[@baptistejchrispin]

Thanks!

[@EmmaHubbard]

Thank you!!

[@jessicamufudza2647]

As a new mom,this has really been helpful a lot..thank you

[@EmmaHubbard]

It’s my pleasure!

[@lisahubbard7884]

This is great - looking forward to a similar video for older babies!

[@EmmaHubbard]

Thanks for letting me know you liked this information. I will definitely make a similar video for older babies now that I know you would like one.

[@riyasriyas303]

Thanks very useful tips

[@countrysidelove2909]

I'm glad I found this I've been doing tummy time since she was 1 week by lying he on my chest and at 3weeks did the lap and football tummy time... I had no idea I was doing tummy time.. Now at a month and she turns her head while sleeping on her own

[@petrabrook1998]

Really good video, clearly explained, some great ideas ☺️

[@sky_raven4575]

Just a random thing id like to share about my newborn(2 months), i watched the part in your video about holding a toy in front of the babies face and getting them to move their head, i turn on the youtube video of the Gummy Bear Song on my phone and place that in front of her face and move it around and she follows it with her head and absolutely loves it, she'll intently watch it and smile and giggle a bit

[@elizabethboaduoye8980]

Thanks for your videos, they are really helpful. God bless you Emma

[@EmmaHubbard]

Glad you like them!

[@amalieriismusic]

Thanks you for all of the inspiration! I’m on maternaty leave with my son who is 6 weeks❤️

[@KaziVai]

Thanks For Help Teps

[@BM-tx2ph]

Thank you so much I love that rainmaker ooo I need a rattle!

[@EmmaHubbard]

Any time!

[@clarahager2007]

My friend just had a and my mom and I got presents for the baby.🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@crism8694]

Thank you

[@EmmaHubbard]

You're welcome

[@AaAaa-ml4zg]

Very helpful

[@nikkyenrosa]

Great info! Thank you!

[@EmmaHubbard]

My pleasure!

[@kathleenodonnell8355]

So much great information in this video! Thank you!

[@EmmaHubbard]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@roseniemusanganembwa1382]

Thank you Emma your vidioes are helpful, lm learning a lot with my little boy.

[@EmmaHubbard]

It’s my absolute pleasure!

[@GOOGOOBABYSENSORY]

Thanks for the tips!

[@EmmaHubbard]

No problem!

[@jadefuchs86]

Thank you so much for your videos and content! This is my second baby (4 weeks old) but I learned so much from your videos. I wish I had seen them when my first one was a newborn. So helpful!

[@EmmaHubbard]

You are so welcome!

[@apio371]

You are absolutely amazing as a new mum I am so happy I come across your channel. Keep up the great work ❤

[@EmmaHubbard]

Thank you so much!!

[@AKfamily71522]

They recommended mi yo video but thank God I watched it's of a great help my baby is just 6days today and followed you for more

[@EmmaHubbard]

I'm so glad!

[@user-gd4ph4lr1y]

Hi Emma. Thank you for all the useful tips. I just have a concern, you mentioned to start the tummy time from the day we return from the hospital; that's when the umbilical cord is still attached and I'm concerned that might create discomfort. I'm still expecting so forgive my confusion on the topic. Could you clarify this point for me please?

[@gd4w6]

My boy is 11 days old, I worry that he thinks that the world is an out of tune musical because I sing nearly everything to him. His names Rowan and he loves a chorus I've made of Hey there Rowan, tell me what you're knowing, Hey there my little rocking Ro, Hey there Rowan, We know the waters flowing, So why don't you go and Row n row. It comes with hand gestures too 😅 He hates being changed but other videos of yours have helped improve that time, plenty of eye contact, I signal with my hands what I'm up to and keep talking to him, mentioning and touching his hands, cheeks, feet etc and play some bee gees, he seems to love them 🤷‍♂️

[@angelbowman1486]

❤️❤️❤️ love the videos Emma, what a Godsend. I’ve heard horror stories of babies gripping things e.g piercings and causing pain but if only they knew you just bend baby’s wrist and the hand opens! …And you embedded this nifty tip in a development video. Curious to see what other hidden gems are in the other videos :)

[@EmmaHubbard]

Thanks so much! I hope you find the other videos just as helpful!

[@shalinis2799]

Thankyou Mam 🙏🙏❤️🇮🇳

[@neoAREAXIS]

Bub seems quite strong and dexterous at 3 weeks. Should I push the milestones forward 🤔? Thx

[@pamelam4]

Thank you so much for these videos. I'm a new mom and have a newborn who is almost 3 weeks old and have no idea what to do with her most of the time. She just started getting fussy at night, crying a lot and wanting to be fed constantly. Hopefully some of these activities will help. Thank you!

[@EmmaHubbard]

You are so welcome!

[@tylerredenbach3797]

U got this mama

[@jasminesamson8026]

Hi Emma, I love your channel so very helpful. I am wondering 2 things. My boy is 3 months premature, his due date is coming up 8/8. I am wondering for night time feeds and change, should I be turning the light on to a normal level and then play with him if he is giving me cues or keep it dark and encourage him to sleep? He feeds every 2 hours at night but sleeps lots during the day and only feeds about 4_5 times in the day time. The other question is, am I at this age supposed to be waiting for him to open his eyes before I pick him up when he is stirring? When he stirs his eyes will be closed, lots of grunting and turning head, if I wait for his eyes to open he usually cries before the feed, compared to picking him up when he stirs waiting for him to wake up gently then feeding him.He is much more chilled this way but I am concerned that I will be teaching him bad habits. Thank you in advance

[@michaelikediashi3720]

Thanks a lot. This was very helpful.

[@EmmaHubbard]

No worries at all!

[@miaeba]

Great vids.

[@EmmaHubbard]

Thanks!

[@gk9546]

My baby doesn't reeeeally have that "happy to engage in activities" time... Only a few moments. She's 11 weeks old (was born 6 weeks earlier though). She smiles a lot when she's awake and enjoys me talking to her (thank goodness for that because I talk and sing all the time 😂) and doing faces... but she doesn't really like to look at a mirror or images or stay at the baby gym or anything else really. She just wants to eat, then cries or whines until she's up on my shoulder, while I walk up and down until she falls asleep. I don't think I should worry too much about it, but I'm definitely a bit jealous of those babies who enjoy and engage in all these 😅

[@MsTelperion]

Thank you for these much needed info! ❤

[@EmmaHubbard]

You are so welcome!

[@kaylarobles5658]

Omg this is lifesaving! ❤ thank you very much

[@EmmaHubbard]

You're welcome!

[@WhatPediatriciansSay]

Good video, well done. I'm an Italian pediatrician.

[@EmmaHubbard]

Thanks!

[@cartfion]

For the tummy time, if you hold the baby on a sitting position, and they are able to hold they head most of the times, would that help make the muscle stronger as well? (baby is ~2 months)

[@mjpl1000]

there were days where my 2 month year old baby was awake for hours and wouldn't sleep from the 4th week to the 7th week time. Now that she is in her 8th week she's sleeping more.

[@drlaiiba4532]

Hi Emma .... My baby girl is 1 now .. she don't sit without support. And head circumference is 41 at age of 1 year . Which is less you know.... But overall activities are good. One of the neurologist advices some test including MRI of brain ... I'm worried. She is active otherwise ... But due to sitting issue . And low foc . She will be okay after some time with physiotherapy or some treatment ?

[@lookitslauren1489]

What size should roof purlins be?

[@camillarich]

My baby loves tummy time, but she just lays down and relaxes. Does it still build their muscles if they just lay down and relax?

[@benjamincooley2148]

Helped a lot with our little one. Explained well.

[@EmmaHubbard]

Glad you found the information helpful. Thanks for watching

[@richardrogers7782]

What do you think of cradle boards. ?

[@shvetamahar82]

Hey I saw that you also have a dog at home, i too have a 2 and a half yr old male labrador and he is a little excited one. Can you pls suggest on how and when to start the interaction of the dog with the baby.

[@mkxofficial7722]

watching from🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳

[@EmmaHubbard]

Welcome!

[@nayanmipun6784]

Thank you for including men in the pictures

[@EmmaHubbard]

Of course!

[@PurpleThreads]

Does anyone have thoughts or suggestions about toy washing? I have this instinct to wash EVERYTHING!

[@L6ila12]

Australian accent right? Lol but yea my daughter is in this stage so very informative stuff. Thank you

[@DadsAnime]

I'm sure it's going to be fine once I get used to holding my baby (currently 17 weeks away!) But right now the idea of holding him feels so scary! 😐

[@EmmaHubbard]

I think feeling nervous is totally normal! You’ll be great once he arrives though. Tired, but great 🙂

[@DadsAnime]

@@EmmaHubbard haha thank you and yes the most common advice we've had from everyone so far is sleep while you can 🤣

[@DuLoserXD]

same! my baby should be here in 15weeks & i’m terrified of holding her. whenever someone wanted me to hold or carry a baby i declined, especially when they aren’t able to hold their head up yet. 😨

[@amosprah1128]

Hi my baby is 9 to10 month old and she's not able to claw nor stand please what should I do to help her

[@amelie7905]

Thank you for all the tips. I love how you call our babies "bub". Is that a common short term for babies in Australia? I find the word extremely cute. 🥰 Interesting side note: In Germany we call the "football hold" the "airplane hold". 😀

[@EmmaHubbard]

Hi @Amelie Bub must be just an Australian term for babies. 😂 Never really thought about it before as it is so common here. Also thanks for sharing that the football hold is known as the airplane hold in Germany. I found it so interesting when I hear what other countries are doing/recommending and calling things!

[@ha231]

My mum is English and she'd call her babies some form of bub. Bub, bubby, bubbadee, bubba. 😂 Not sure where it comes from but I know in certain other cultures it's common as well.

[@GingeRenee]

@@ha231that’s interesting. I call my first son bub or bubba. My grandmother was english and Swedish so perhaps I got it from her. Never thought on this before reading these comments.

[@RubyMVmistress]

So, I was in the hospital about a week after my baby was born, and so my parents and her dad were the ones mainly surrounding her. Will that confuse her or affect the notice of my voice? I don't know honestly.

[@t.k3025]

You and your baby will bond normally anyways. Babies know who Mama is, relax and enjoy your baby. Hope you are doing well. She won’t be confused, babies need love no matter who gives it but your scent and speech will be special to her as she grows. Dads too. A week or two away when she was first born is really ok.

[@abbycash]

I’m overwhelmed, cuddling him whilst he sleeps as I’m watching this. He won’t sleep in his crib and grunts a lot. Send help

[@Shortstacksandticktacks]

Put him in the crib for short periods if he is fussy. Put his butt first, then head. Hold him close as you lean over. Keep your hands on him for a few minutes. Use a flannel swaddle or blanket under him. Use a warm rice sock to warm the shit. The grunting is normal. He's trying to learn how to poop and fart.

[@Ready-ForTheEnd]

How's it going now 🤣

[@abbycash]

@@Ready-ForTheEnd well it is getting better, he sleeps for a full four hours now, grateful for the concern.

[@rabinaeemkhan2211]

My baby is 78 days old his weight is 5.2 kgs he just drink milk 3 ounces not much in 3 hours I don't know what to do is it enough for him ....

[@BabyAlexxia6734.]

My baby boy is 2 months 2 days he sleeps alot day time butbnigytbyime always wakes up after 4 hours

[@sendypatricia2115]

Can you put baby for tummy time even before the umbilical cord is healed?

[@Connect012]

No

[@freshgreen54]

If your baby is holding the head up you can use the football hold she talks about without putting pressure on the umbilical cord.

[@Dibarose-xc3st]

My 3 week old 5 day sleep like 22 hours a day

[@KrishnaSingh-rg4qk]

😁👍

[@EmmaHubbard]

❤️

[@prasannan.c3897]

At what time can we start tummy time for baby

[@aspengreene]

She said as soon as you and the baby come home from the hospital

[@bessiebritten1310]

Twins

[@sydneyedgett7072]

My baby never slept even in the hospital like normal babies he rarely would sleep he always is awake what do you do then? 😅 I’m barely living

[@safie.hayatt]

My little angel is 1,5 months old but her belly button is still wet, we have tried with silver nitrate twice, but it didn’t helped(((

[@novellamoreland5692]

Do you have any trouble shooting content?? Like what to do when you messed it all up, how to repair attachment or regain trust? I'm a struggling mama of 3, and my 8 month old isn't thriving as much as my other two because I'm just so overwhelmed with demands and needs. He loves me still and is fairly attached , but is more trusting/makes eye contact with my husband because he gets specialized with our baby time while me not as much.

[@AaAaa-ml4zg]

Love from İstanbul ❤❤❤❤❤

[@joycechirill1999]

It took three people to get my baby to sleep. She's almost 6 months and still...

[@logandonnelly4071]

Yoga ball bouncing. Noise cancelling headphones (for you). Karoke play list on Spotify. Sing loudly while bouncing. If baby is fed and changed they'll eventually pass out one way or another.

[@amosemenike9642]

God bless Dr.Igudia on KZbin, all my life will keep thanking you for the great help and for your product which actually works in eradicating herpes virus out of my body system

[@Samfromauckland]

All those noisy toys. . . Good for baby but annoying for parents . Lol