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Discover why babies repeat the same action again and again, from spinning and shaking to dropping and banging. Learn how repetition supports prediction, movement planning, attention and a growing sense of control.

Explore floor play for babies aged 9–10 months, with ideas for reaching, moving, crawling, toy placement, safe play spaces and supporting movement without pressure. 

Discover how cause-and-effect play supports learning at 9–10 months, why babies repeat the same actions and how simple activities such as shaking, pushing, dropping and spinning help them notice predictable results.

Discover what typically changes between 9 and 10 months, from greater floor mobility and two-handed coordination to repetition, cause-and-effect play, babbling and early object permanence. Includes simple play ideas, safety guidance and signs that your baby may need a break.

At 7–8 months, body-part play is not about memorising words. Discover simple ways to connect eyes, hands, feet and other body parts with everyday routines, songs, mirrors and shared attention.

Shaking a rattle helps babies connect movement with sound. Try five simple rattle activities that support hand coordination, listening and early cause-and-effect learning at 7–8 months.

Mouthing is more than a sign of teething. Discover what babies aged 7–8 months learn through their mouths, how hand-to-mouth coordination develops and how to make this stage safer without constantly interrupting exploration.

Simple play ideas for babies who are beginning to sit more steadily. Learn how toy placement, reaching and hand-to-hand play can support balance and early hand coordination at 7–8 months.

Discover what typically changes between 7 and 8 months, from more stable sitting and two-handed play to mouthing, babbling and early cause-and-effect learning. Includes simple play ideas, signs your baby may need a break and guidance on when to seek professional advice.

Floor play gives your 5–6-month-old baby space to practise rolling, reaching and early sitting. Learn how to prepare a simple play area, choose suitable toys and support movement without over-directing your baby.

At 5–6 months, sensory play connects looking, listening, touching and moving. Discover simple activities using coloured cards, a rolling bell, soft textures and floor play.

Welcome to the third trimester. Discover what is happening at seven months pregnant as your baby grows rapidly, movements become stronger and the final stage before birth begins.

Learn how to play “Find the Animal” with an 11–12-month-old using just two picture cards. Discover how looking, touching, reaching and pointing can support word understanding, choice and shared attention.

If your baby is beginning to turn, twist and move onto their side, they may be learning to roll. Discover gentle play ideas for 5–6 months using visual cards, sound and the rolling bell.

At 5–6 months, babies may still enjoy bold black-and-white patterns while becoming increasingly interested in colour, detail and choice. Discover gentle visual-play activities for tracking, rolling and reaching.

At 5–6 months, your baby may begin rolling, reaching with greater purpose, exploring objects with their mouth and preparing for supported sitting. Discover common milestones and simple play ideas for this active stage.