Baby Development

Lots of time spent playing, talking, listening, smiling and interacting with you helps your baby learn skills for life, like communicating, thinking, solving problems and interacting with others. But more than this, play is a great relationship builder. Spending time playing with your baby sends a simple message – you are important to me. This message helps children learn about who they are and where they fit in the world.

New research shows attending playgroup significantly aids children's development. Children who attend playgroup are less likely to have developmental vulnerabilities when they start primary school. This is one of the findings of research conducted by the Telethon Kids Institute.

The first five years of a child’s life are critical for development. The experiences children have in these years help shape the adults they will become.

Usually, once babies are fed and burped, they are ready for play. Find out which are some of the most common cues your baby might be using to communicate their desire to play.

Your child's development is progressive, which means each developmental stage must be completed before starting a new one. It's important to catch the possible delays in your child's development as early as possible. Find out how to identify these developmental delays early.