Skill· 0mo–6mo· 2 min
Smell-and-sigh
Parent inhales baby's scent at the crown of the head and breathes out slowly. Agent names what's happening biologically — oxytocin, mutual regulation — gently, without making it clinical. Observations notice parental down-regulation more than infant response.
Free to do together whenever you like.
What you'll need
Hold baby in a cradle or upright against your shoulder. Head close to your face.
How it works
The 3-step guide, with what to look for at each step, is for signed-in parents.
Visual example
Coming soon