How to play with a six month old

[Kessernags]

I have a six month old Baby girl and I am worried that I am not doing the right things when I play with her to encourage her development. Does anyone have any suggestions of what I should be doing at this age to interest her? I would hate to be doing the wrong things. I sing to her, read to her, take her for long walks in the pushchair, watch her as she rolls around. Am I not doing something crucial?

[TooTicky]

Hello again! You're doing fine. Talk to her about what you do, involve her when she's a bit older (even tiny tots can help sort the veg/washing - maybe not efficiently but she'll enjoy it) and avoid anything made of plastic that says beep!

[mawbroon]

Sounds just fine to me Kessernags.

I did/do all these things with my 10 month old ds but I do leave him to play by himself for a time too because I don't want to become the 24/7 entertainer further down the line.

And don't stress about the "milestones". They all develop at their own rate.

[Mercy]

Sounds fine to me! Little babies don't need to be played with as such - your company is probably her best play thing tbh.

A few soft toys (different textures and colours often fascinate babies) , rattle-type toys, chewable rings etc I think are the only things my 2 played with at this age.

[Kessernags]

Thanks everyone. That has made me feel much better!

[Iklboo]

Songs with actions are good when they're this age too (Clap hands, incy-wincy etc) cos they'll start to copy you soon and that's GREAT!