Baby (0–12 months)
Hello, Goodbye Doorway Waves
This activity helps your baby practice social greetings and separations, building their understanding of familiar routines and emotional connections with caregivers.
Ready right now 5 min Ages 10–12 months 1–2 players Indoor
Social-emotional skillsCommunication skillsGross motor skillsCognitive development (object permanence) Fine motor skills
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Learning benefits
- 💡 This activity reinforces attachment and helps babies understand the concept of temporary separation, which is crucial for building security and resilience. It also promotes early communication through gestures and imitation, setting the stage for more complex social interactions and language development. Milestones this age: Waves bye-bye; Plays pat-a-cake; Picks up small objects with thumb and forefinger (pincer grasp); Gets to a sitting position without help; Pulls to stand, cruises holding onto furniture; Says "mama" and "dada" and exclamations like "uh-oh!".
Safety notes
- ⚠️ Always supervise your baby during this activity. • Ensure the doorway area is free of any hazards or objects your baby could trip on or pull down. • Never leave your baby unattended. • Remember the ABCs of Safe Sleep: Alone, Back, Crib. • No screens under 18 months, except for live video calls with family. • Avoid small objects that could be choking hazards (anything smaller than 1.25 inches in diameter). • No honey for babies under 1 year old due to the risk of infant botulism. When to call your pediatrician: Does not crawl; Drags one side of body while crawling (for 6-9 months); Cannot stand with support; Does not search for things that she sees you hide; Does not say single words like "mama" or "dada"; Does not use gestures like waving or shaking head; Does not point to things; Loses skills already learned.
Cleanup
- 🧹 No specific cleanup is needed for this activity. Simply put away any optional toys used.