You may notice that your babies eyes are crossing or wandering. As a new mother this may be concerning to you! I know the first time I noticed it, I was a bit worried! It is comforting to know however, that this is a typical response and not something to be concerned about. Let your kids make their own cards with these Happy Birthday Cards, or try these month balloon resources and let your pupils print off their birthday month. Optional: See the picture below for ideas on how to tie your cards together so they can stand up on their own during tummy time. Cut a piece out of the poster board. Make sure it is long and tall enough to hold the cards you want to use.

Put them in the child's line of sight. This boosts focus & attention while enhancing visual perception. It is important to consider individual preferences and needs. Some people may prefer larger-sized cards for better visibility, while others may find smaller-sized ones more manageable.Create a sensory board. Attach the cards to a large board for an interactive display. People can explore the textures and patterns, stimulating their senses and promoting engagement. Dr. Sandra El Hajj explained, “Newborn infants are normally very nearsighted. This means that they cannot focus on things that are more than 10 inches away from them. This is why these babies tend to look at very nearby objects. They may seem to be looking at people around them but they will be seeing blurry faces.“

All these suggestions enhance cognitive skills, promote engagement, and give a multi-sensory experience to individuals with diverse sensory needs. Additional Resources and References They also help babies explore different designs and figures, thus stimulating cognitive development. One of those things is your newborn’s sight. What exactly CAN they see anyway? You may be curious about what your baby can actually see, and how you can encourage development in this area.Dr. Salter states that “at 1 month, babies still prefer focusing on bright objects within a foot in front of them. They can see distance (not as clearly) but prefer near objects.” This is typically the same distance between their eyes and their parent’s faces. Explore & play: Encourage kids or those with sensory needs to touch and feel the different textures on the cards. Explore themes & concepts with the cards. Use animal-themed cards to introduce animals or shape-themed cards to teach basic shapes. Stimulates cognitive development & makes learning fun. If you know someone who's celebrating a 30th birthday, consider using this Happy 30th Birthday Party Bunting. Cut a rectangular piece out of the poster board. Make sure it is long and tall enough to hold the cards you want to use.