Skill· 0mo–3mo· 2 min

Nutrition with Love

Parent bottle-feeds baby while using a soft, affectionate voice and close physical contact to transform feeding into a bonding experience. The agent coaches the parent to observe baby's feeding engagement, emotional regulation, and attachment responses during this daily routine.

Start voice activity

Opens a guided voice session in TogetherTime.

What you'll need

Parent seated comfortably with baby in feeding position. Baby's bottle prepared and within reach. Environment should be calm and quiet. Best done when baby is hungry but not overly fussy.

How it works

  1. 1~30s

    As you begin feeding your child, use your softest, most affectionate voice. Tell them how much you love them, what a good job they is doing, or simply describe what you're doing together. Watch your child's face closely — does they respond to your voice? You might see their eyes soften, their sucking rhythm change, or their body relax. Tell me what you notice.

    Watch for: Baby shows positive response to parent's affectionate voice during feeding — relaxing, making eye contact, or adjusting sucking rhythm.

  2. 2~40s

    Now focus on your physical connection. Hold your child close so they can feel your heartbeat and warmth. Take a few deep, slow breaths yourself — in through your nose, out through your mouth. Notice if your child's breathing begins to sync with yours or if they settles deeper into your arms. Does their body seem more relaxed? Are their hands open or curled?

    Watch for: Baby shows signs of emotional regulation during close contact — relaxed muscles, synchronized breathing, or content facial expression.

  3. 3~30s

    For our last observation, gently adjust your position so you and your child can make eye contact. When they looks at you, smile warmly and maintain gentle eye contact without staring intensely. Notice if your child holds your gaze, looks away and back, or seems to communicate through their eyes. Does they seem to be 'talking' to you with their expressions during this quiet moment?

    Watch for: Baby makes and maintains eye contact with parent during feeding interaction.

What this develops

Visual example

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