Skill· 0mo–6mo· 2 min
Calm Connection
Parent holds baby in quiet stillness with sustained eye contact. The agent coaches the parent to observe baby's gaze regulation, body relaxation, and emotional co-regulation during this contemplative pause. This activity builds early mindfulness and relational presence.
Free to do together whenever you like.
What you'll need
Quiet, dimly lit room. Baby alert and calm (not hungry or tired). Parent holds baby in a face-to-face position. No distractions, phones away.
How it works
The 3-step guide, with what to look for at each step, is for signed-in parents.
What this develops
- MilestoneResponds emotionally to othersHeart· 1mo–13mo· core· Step 3
- MilestoneSustains visual attention brieflyMind· 1mo–4mo· core· Step 1
- MilestoneLooks at and follows facesHeart· 0mo–12mo· core
- MilestoneEnjoys the company of others and seeks contact with others from birth.Heart· 0mo–11mo· stretch· Steps 1, 2
- MilestoneImitates facial movementsMind· 4mo–8mo· core· Step 3
- MilestonePlays simple back-and-forth gamesHeart· 6mo–14mo· stretch· Step 3
- MilestoneReciprocal social smileHeart· 1mo–4mo· stretch
- MilestoneBriefly opens handsBody· 0mo–3mo· stretch· Step 2
Visual example
Coming soon