Lyrics to the best lullabies are here

0 - 12 Weeks

3 - 4 Months

5 - 6 Months

What is “serve and return” and why is it so important?

"Serve and return" is a child development term used to describe back and forth interactions with your baby. Learn how to do it, and why it's so important.

3 - 4 Months

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18 - 48 Months+

Why children are so attached to their loveys (and what to do if your child loses theirs)

Loveys, also known as "transitional objects," help babies and toddlers through transitions. Learn why these blankies, stuffies, and more are important and what to do if one goes missing.

5 - 6 Months

Week 19: “Swimming” in tummy time yet?

Your baby needs lots of tummy time to build core muscle strength for crawling. Here are the different stages of tummy time and ideas to make the most of them.

9 - 10 Months

Week 43: Your baby’s amazing encyclopedic brain

The most meaningful learning happens when your baby is exposed to everyday objects and events. Here are some ways to help your baby build their intelligence.

9 - 10 Months

Week 42: Why you can actually have too many blocks

Blocks unlock powerful learning for babies, but child development experts recommend limiting the number of blocks you give yours. Learn why in our post.

9 - 10 Months

Week 44: Why tubes and containers are so essential to your baby

Your baby is starting to understand that objects fall through a tube, but stay put in a container. Learn how the Lovevery Clear Tube reinforces this real-world concept.

3 - 4 Months

5 - 6 Months

7 - 8 Months

Endless fun with a sensory bag

When you just can't face another major clean-up for the sake of sensory exploration, these bags are a great way to let you little one explore without any mess.

9 - 10 Months

Your Baby’s Physical Development: 9 Months

Watch Lovevery CEO Jessica Rolph discuss developmental milestones for your 9-month old with licensed occupational therapist and founder of CanDo Kiddo, Rachel Coley.

7 - 8 Months

9 - 10 Months

11 - 12 Months

Pillow Crawling

If you have a crawler (on average around 8-10 months) that needs more of a challenge, try creating a mountain of pillows. This activity is also great for babies who have skipped crawling or are quickly trying to move past the crawling stage.⁣

9 - 10 Months

11 - 12 Months

Laundry basket spider web

Problem solving and fine motor work are key to releasing the trapped toys in this fun DIY play for your baby.

9 - 10 Months

11 - 12 Months

Balls and muffin tin activity

Balls and muffin tin activity | Lovevery

7 - 8 Months

9 - 10 Months

Animal Rescue Activity

Animals and tape are all you need for this DIY activity for your baby or toddler.

7 - 8 Months

9 - 10 Months

11 - 12 Months

7 easy sensory bottle ideas

Sensory bottles excite your baby’s senses and help make connections in their brain and we’ve collected 7 here that are easy to make and mess-free.

7 - 8 Months

9 - 10 Months

11 - 12 Months

Nature walk and outdoor treasure box

The world right outside your home is full of opportunities for your baby to learn. Take a stroll around the neighborhood with your baby, enjoy the fresh air, and collect some natural souvenirs for an outdoor treasure box.

7 - 8 Months

9 - 10 Months

11 - 12 Months

Easter Egg Play

If you were able to get some Easter eggs this year, or you have some from previous years, you can offer them to your baby to explore. They will like the bright colors, figuring out how they open and close, and watching the different ways the eggs move.

3 - 4 Months

5 - 6 Months

Starry cardboard box

Create a starry night experience for your baby using things you already have at home.

9 - 10 Months

11 - 12 Months

13 - 15 Months

Sing along with Lovevery on Spotify

From developing neural pathways to encouraging language development, music is almost magical in its impact on your baby's brain development. Listen to Lovevery's playlists for everything from bedtime to dance parties.

7 - 8 Months

Transformation of Everyday Items

Around 7-9 months, babies begin to notice that some things can change shape. Here are super simple ways to show how everyday items can transform.

5 - 6 Months

Your Baby’s Physical Development: 6 Months

Watch Lovevery CEO Jessica Rolph discuss developmental milestones for your 6-month old with licensed occupational therapist and founder of CanDo Kiddo, Rachel Coley.

3 - 4 Months

5 - 6 Months

Cardboard Sensory Board

This fun sensory activity introduces your baby to tactile play, and might even make tummy time more enjoyable.

3 - 4 Months

5 - 6 Months

Easter Egg Sensory Bottle

Sensory bottles are easy, mess-free ways to stimulate your baby's senses.

5 - 6 Months

Welcome to The Senser Play Kit for months 5-6

Watch Lovevery CEO Jessica Rolph introduce the Senser Play Kit for months 5 and 6 of your baby's life.

7 - 8 Months

Welcome to The Inspector Play Kit for months 7-8

Watch Lovevery CEO Jessica Rolph introduce the Inspector Play Kit for months 7 and 8 of your baby's life.

9 - 10 Months

Welcome to The Explorer Play Kit for months 9-10

Watch Lovevery CEO Jessica Rolph introduce the Explorer Play Kit for months 9 and 10 of your baby's life.

5 - 6 Months

The very best thing you can do for your baby – no toys involved

Learn how common household objects build stronger, more relevant neural pathways for your baby than toys with loud sounds and flashing lights.

5 - 6 Months

7 - 8 Months

9 - 10 Months

Lyrics to the best lullabies are here

Here are the lyrics to classic lullabies to sing to your newborn, including Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star, Somewhere Over the Rainbow, You are My Sunshine, and others.

7 - 8 Months

Week 34: Why it’s great to let your baby struggle with the Ball Drop Box

Our Montessori Ball Drop Box can help your baby develop coordination, balance, and other motor skills. Here's how you can help your baby get the most from it.

9 - 10 Months

Week 37: Sometimes the best toys are not toys at all

Sometimes an everyday object can delight and engage your baby just as much as a toy. Learn how to introduce your baby to the playthings already in your home.

9 - 10 Months

Week 41: The fascinating powers of a simple Montessori egg

The Lovevery Wood Cup and Egg teach your baby how to use both sides of the body at the same time, essential for learning future tasks like getting dressed.

9 - 10 Months

Week 40: How to get all the playtime that your toys have to give

Babies' interests evolve, but you don't always need to buy new toys in order to keep up. Lovevery shares new ways to play with familiar favorites.

7 - 8 Months

Week 33: If you want your baby to get ahead later, start math now

Understanding math concepts at a young age can be a predictor of school success later on. Introduce your baby to math with these simple ideas from Lovevery.

7 - 8 Months

Week 30: Fresh ideas with water and ice

Water and ice teach your baby that some things stay the same, while others transform. Here are some fun ideas for water and ice play.

7 - 8 Months

Week 31: What Montessori moms put in “treasure baskets” for their babies

What is a Montessori Treasure Basket and what do I put in it? Lovevery provides a list of household and outdoor items that your baby can play with.

7 - 8 Months

Week 32: Making space for baby

Dedicating a drawer or cabinet for your baby to play in can become their new favorite activity. Fill your baby's new space with these safe household objects.

7 - 8 Months

Week 35: Your baby can actually learn to drink from a cup now

Open cups help babies build the muscles in their mouths used to form sounds (and lessen drooling). Learn how to introduce an open cup to your baby.

9 - 10 Months

Week 36: Helping your baby crawl…and why it’s important to keep them crawling

Pediatric occupational therapist Rachel Coley explains why crawling is vital to babies, and what can happen if they skip this stage.

9 - 10 Months

Week 38: Puffs develop your baby’s fine motor skills

Your baby is learning to use a pincer grasp to pick up objects. Learn why puff snacks can be your baby's favorite (safe) way to practice their new motor skills.

9 - 10 Months

Week 39: So simple, so fun! 5 new ideas for how to play with a blanket

Blankets can help your baby learn about object permanence, shape, and balance. Here are some fun and simple ways to incorporate blankets into playtime.

5 - 6 Months

Fun Developmental Activities for Babies: 5-6 Months

Around 5-6 months, your baby is tasting, mouthing, and feeling every single thing they can get their hands on to discover and utilize all their senses.

5 - 6 Months

Week 21: The big change in your baby’s vision

Your baby's eyesight changes rapidly in the first weeks of life. Here are four ways to help develop their vision.

7 - 8 Months

Week 29: Screeches and babbles

As your baby starts to babble, you can play an important role in their speech development. Learn how to have "conversations" with your baby.

7 - 8 Months

Week 28: When should my baby be scooting and crawling?

Whether your baby is ready to crawl yet or not, here are the stages of crawling and ideas for getting your baby moving forward.

7 - 8 Months

Week 27: Your baby wants to tell you something—12 best first signs

Babies can understand language before they can speak. Here are ways to communicate with your baby before they say their first recognizable words.

5 - 6 Months

Week 26: Mouthing and speech development (there’s a connection)

By mouthing objects, your baby builds a solid foundation for speech and sensory development. Find out what is safe for your baby to mouth.

5 - 6 Months

Week 25: It’s magic!

The Magic Tissue Box is a great way for your baby to learn about emptying—and later filling—containers.

5 - 6 Months

Week 24: Rollin’ rollin’ rollin’ (and everything you need to know about it)

Your baby will likely roll from belly to back much sooner than rolling from back to belly. Here are the average ranges for when babies start rolling.

5 - 6 Months

Week 23: It can last less than a minute, but makes a big difference

Books expose your baby to new vocabulary, rhyming and rhythm, and new language structures. Here's what to expect from reading at this age.

5 - 6 Months

Week 22: Supporting your new little sitter

Baby seats are convenient, but don't allow your baby to experience how their weight shifts when they tip over. Here's how to help your baby practice sitting up.

5 - 6 Months

Week 20: Your baby’s number 1 favorite activity for their entire first year

Husband of Lovevery CEO Jessica Rolph demonstrates how to talk slowly during a house tour, a baby's favorite activity in their first year.

5 - 6 Months

Week 18: Kicking play helps your baby learn to roll

Kicking play develops crucial motor skills. Learn why your baby kicks and some fun ways to encourage them to practice.

7 - 8 Months

Why your baby is crawling in their sleep (and what to do if it’s waking them up)

Have you ever glanced at your baby monitor's screen and watched your baby appear to crawl...while they were sleeping?

3 - 4 Months

5 - 6 Months

5 fun ways to play with your baby from 4 weeks to 12 weeks old

Your 4- to 12-week old baby is fed, rested, and alert. But how do you play with them? Here are some easy ideas for baby’s first playtimes.