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 visual stimulation

 early awareness of light and darkness

 awareness of reflection of light

How does your baby respond to light? At birth a baby is sensitive to light, to shiny and moving objects, and will usually respond by turning his head to follow the stimulus. The baby’s eyes may appear to be out of focus. However, there is no need for concern. Open the blinds, draw the curtains or let in light from a window. Notice if your baby’s head turns to the light. Close the blinds or curtains and turn on a lamp on the other side of the room, or use a torch. Avoid shining the light in the baby’s eyes. Let the light shine on the wall. Notice if your baby’s head turns toward the direction of the light.You are making your baby aware of left and right, and at the same time you are teaching your baby to react to a light stimulus.You are teaching him to move his head from side to side for a purpose.You will also note that your baby learns to recognise and respond to his mother’s voice at a very early age.

Repeat the above activities from time to time throughout the week. Being consistent with your interaction with your baby may help to prevent a learning lag.

Repeat all of the activities that were suggested in week 1. Babies learn best at this age by rote learning. That is, you repeat the same activities over and over. Gradually the baby will learn by other means.

Remember to talk, sing, hum or play music. Babies need this auditory stimulus.