Skill· 4mo–6mo· 2 min
Texture Exploration Massage
Parent gives baby a gentle massage using different textured objects, stimulating tactile awareness and body exploration. The agent coaches the parent to observe foot grabbing, torso control, and leg extension responses as baby processes varied sensory input.
Free to do together whenever you like.
What you'll need
Baby lying on back on soft surface, alert and calm. Room should be warm. Have 2-3 textured objects within reach (soft cloth, silky fabric, bumpy sponge, etc.). Baby can be undressed or in a diaper.
How it works
The 3-step guide, with what to look for at each step, is for signed-in parents.
What this develops
Visual example
Coming soon