Back and forth conversations, like a game of catch, are how babies learn language best. Remind parents to respond to any sounds or bids for attention that their baby makes, either by repeating the same sound, or pretending that they understood what they were saying. Filling a baby’s day with words is one of the best ways to promote development.

Want a way to share more anticipatory guidance and tips on development with families? Meet SPARKS, our new parent video series. Families can receive videos via text while they wait for you at their next visit. To learn more, watch the videos, and download posters for your office, click here.

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