Skill· 4mo–6mo· 2 min

Narrating your story

This helps nourish the body, soul, and brain while nursing. Begin this activity when you are breastfeeding your baby. While your baby is nursing, tell him or her a story about the most beautiful baby in the world that eats very well. Also say that this baby ha

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What you'll need

This helps nourish the body, soul, and brain while nursing.

How it works

  1. 1~30s

    Alright, let's get started! The purpose of this activity is to nourish the body, soul and brain while nursing. Therefore, we'll be focusing on the topic of breastfeeding. Begin this activity when you are breastfeeding your baby. you, watch your child closely — I'd love to hear what you notice about how they responds.

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  2. 2~30s

    Great, now let's try the next part. While your baby is nursing, tell him or her a story about the most beautiful baby in the world that eats very well. Also say that this baby has a mom and dad who love him or her very much. Continue adding personal details to the story until your baby is done nursing. Tell me what your child does — any reaction counts!

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  3. 3~30s

    One more thing to try. Your little one loves to hear your voice. And although he or she can't verbally answer back yet, his or her brain is absorbing all the language that surrounds him or her. By doing this, you'll also be strengthening the effective bond between you both. How does your child handle this? What do you see?

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