You will always remember your baby’s first belly laugh and, once you’ve heard it you will do almost anything to hear it again. On some days, when you need a shower desperately, because your child has just decided to throw up into your hair, it will be the only thing that could possibly make you smile. With that in mind, here are my top five ways that seem to have what it takes to make babies smile.
Blowing Raspberries
Gently blowing a raspberry onto your baby’s tummy or, tiny hands and feet is the perfect way to make them smile.
Playing Peek-a-Boo
This is one from everyone’s childhood and is usually a favourite with babies. Hide behind a piece of furniture, their favourite blanket or just use your hands. However you do it, you’re sure to get smiles in return.
Silly and “Over the Top” Movements
The more exaggerated you make your face the better. Your baby will love the attention and making silly faces at them only emphasises the attention you’re giving. Even something a simple as a sneeze can put a smile on a babies face.
Silly Noises
My husband used to “beep” every time my youngest pressed his nipples. We had a couple of years worth of entertainment on Sunday mornings out of that one. It guaranteed a proper belly laugh every time. Any silly noise could do the trick so try a few and see what works for you.
Tickle Time
If all else fails a gentle tickle will usually bring a smile from your baby, and this form of touch can also act as a bonding ritual. Touch is very important as it emphasises to your baby the fact that you are there and, everything is well.
Parents can expect their baby to smile responsively to family members from around six weeks of age. Social smiles and laughs will start at around 4 months.
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