Following are some things that a mother, parent, or caregiver, can do to help an infant’s development recommended by the CDC (2021):

• Bonding with young children is very important. So, talk to an infant as they will find your voice calming and hold them often.
• Pay attention to the child’s cues and answer when they make sounds by repeating the sounds and adding words. This will help them learn to use language.
• Read to young children. This will also help them develop and understand language and sounds.
• Sing to and play music. This will help children develop a love for music and aids in brain development. Playing soothing music can help children relax and fall asleep. Young children need a lot of sleep.
• Praise children and give them lots of loving attention. Spend time cuddling and holding them. This will help them feel cared for and secure.
• Play with a child when they are alert and relaxed and watch them closely for signs of being tired or fussy so that they can take a break from playing, if necessary. Distract a child with toys and move them to designated safe areas when they start moving and touching things.

Finally, remember that the mother’s, parent’s, or caregiver’s physical, mental, and emotional health are very important, so it is important that they also take care of themselves. Parenting is hard work!