Skill· 4mo–6mo· 2 min
Diaper Change Connection
Parent uses diaper changing time for close face-to-face interaction, making eye contact and simple facial gestures to build secure attachment. The agent coaches the parent to observe recognition responses, calming to familiar voice, positive reactions to loving gestures, and social smiling during this routine care moment.
Free to do together whenever you like.
What you'll need
Baby on changing table or mat, diaper supplies within reach. Best when baby is calm but alert — not overly tired or hungry. No additional materials needed.
How it works
The 3-step guide, with what to look for at each step, is for signed-in parents.
What this develops
- MilestoneReciprocal social smileHeart· 1mo–4mo· core· Step 3
- MilestoneRecognizes familiar caregiverHeart· 0mo–10mo· core
- MilestoneAlerts or calms to speechMind· 0mo–4mo· core· Step 2
- MilestoneImitates facial movementsMind· 4mo–8mo· core· Step 3
- MilestoneLooks at a speaking caregiverMind· 1mo–6mo· stretch· Step 1
- MilestoneResponds to a speaking personHeart· 0mo–14mo· stretch
- MilestoneLooks at and follows facesHeart· 0mo–12mo· core
- MilestoneRecognizes familiar peopleHeart· 4mo–7mo· stretch
- MilestoneCopies simple gestures or actionsMind· 6mo–2.3y· core· Step 3
- MilestoneLaughs spontaneouslyHeart· 4mo–9mo· stretch
Visual example
Coming soon