What are good activities to do with a 3 month old?/ reading ect?

Question

I may sound like all "new moms" but I really want to be the best mom I can be. I want to do so many thing with my little one but I'm afraid that she maybe to young. I read to her now but i'm wondering what I can do to make us closer and to be sure she is "average or above average" regarding development. Is that dumb? I just want to make sure she's up to date wtih all her developmental goals, she's not overweight and is constantly stimulated. My dad use to read to me ALOT when I was young and I've always loved to read as I got older. I hope to do the same with her. I just dont want to miss or forget anything.
I'm planning to take her to the botanical garden because, she like to look at the trees when we're outside..lol I know I probably sound like a crazy new mom but, I just dont want to make mistakes or regret not doing something. I want us to be close and education is vital. Any suggestions on toys, entertainment or activities that might be good for us?

I guess it's really my guilt that makes me want to do so much with her. I just started working again (not by choice but by neccessity) and I miss her and I feel like she will forget who I am. I know they say that she knows my scent and my heartbeat ect, but really, how do we know what babies know? I dont want her to think that the babysitter is her mom. :( I'm so clingy to her that, I dont even like to put her in her crib. I kept her in bed with me because she had bad reflux and choked alot in the beginning. She's fine now,but, I still want her close.

I'll add that I worry about trivial things like, buying dolls that are "our" color skin (olive/tan) just so she grows up knowing that beauty comes in all shapes, sizes and colors (I grew up with only blond haired, blue eyed barbies). I worry about giving her barbies because, I dont want her to believe that no waist and big boobs are what is considered beautiful. maybe I think to much about it, but I know what affected me as a child.

Answer 1

it's not too early at all.

try singing, reading, or just talking in general. she will watch the movements of your mouth and thus learn how to form sounds. try not to use baby words or "goo goo ga ga" sounds.

also, put her on her tummy and give her a few toys within a short reach. this will help her strenghthen her neck and arm muscles.

Answer 2

The best thing to do with your 3 month old is just ENJOY HER. At this age just talking to her is great, reading to her is even better. AND if you want her to be bilingual then this is a great time to start teaching her (my friend did this and I was totally amazed!). Stay away from just cuddling in front of the TV with her. Take her for walks and constantly tell her what you see going on around you both. Seems silly but even a small conversation of "Mommy and baby are in line waiting to take our groceries home, and doesn't that book on the shelf look pretty" keeps a little mind working. Its great that you want to be the best you can be for your child and give her everything, just remember that part of having everything is having DOWN TIME too. Let her relax and take things in on her own.

Answer 3

Keep reading, talking, singing, going for walks, rolling around with her on the floor. Forget about prepackaged "educational" toys -- especially anything that beeps, talks, or purports to teach the alphabet -- and let her play with basic stuff as she gets older (blocks, dolls, balls, cars).

It sounds like your daughter is off to a great start. "Constantly stimulated" isn't necessarily a good thing. Stimulated, definitely -- but it sounds like you're very much already doing that. Babies and older kids also need some downtime to think about the world, stare at the ceiling fan, practice wiggling their toes, or whatever. You give them a gift by giving them a balance of your loving attention and some time for them to set their own pace.

Answer 4

Just want to be careful not to over stimulate....If you are constantly entertaining her she will grow to have to be entertained all of the time.......she needs quiet periods and periods where she can entertain herself....
There's nothing nutty about wanting the best for your child, as long as you know where to draw the line, and spending every waking moment finding new things to do for her is a sure sign of an early burnout.......she's only 3 months old..slow it down, reading to her is nice but she don't know what your doing she only hears your voice, try singing to her or listening to soft music......botanical gardens? Try hanging a few mobiles on your porch for her to look at or wind chimes, children are easily entertained you don't have to go any farther than your own home....don't make it complicating for yourself.... Good Luck

Answer 5

Reading is always a good activity. At three months singing, playing peekaboo stuff like that stimulates there mind. Also since you seem to like taking her outside the zoo is a wonderful place to take babies my son loved it from 2 months the animals move and make noise babies love it. I hope this helps. It is so nice to see moms that care there is so much meanness out there. WAY TO GO!!!

Answer 6

while she is young its never too early to teach her reading is fun- I used to read a nursery rhyme book but made it lots of fun acting out certain parts and even as a baby she started responding.I read to my daughter every night(and some days) and she was reading before anyone else in her kindergarten class. The main thing to remember is not to over stimulate your baby-I've seen huge parties thrown for 1 year olds who really have no idea whats going on and are just scared because too much is going on

Answer 7

Reading is totally fab!! Soft toys with rattles that she can make a noise with herself - soft books for her to hold herself with crinkly pages - any toys appropriate to her age really. The very best thing you can give her is your time!

Answer 8

Just feed the baby,they love food!

Answer 9

tickle her and read to her and snuggle up. baby's like that. and no she's not too young for anything/