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Expert Q&A
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| By Rae Pica Physical Activity Specialist | ||
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How can I help my baby learn that he is his own person?
There's nothing like the tried-and-true game of peek-a-boo to help a child begin to see himself as a separate individual. It also makes babies laugh! Once Baby is familiar with this game, you can move on to "Where's Mommy (Daddy, Nana, etc.)?" Begin by placing your hands over your face, just as you would with peek-a-boo. Later, hide your whole self behind a piece of furniture, asking, "Where's Mommy?" You then pop up, answering, "Here's Mommy!"
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