Baby growth & development
Be prepared for all your baby’s big moments, with insights and information for every key skill and stage from newborn to age 1.
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How the Look at Me Ladybird supports your baby’s visual tracking and tummy time
The Look at Me Ladybird engages newborns with gentle sound and movement, supporting early visual and auditory tracking. Its high-contrast design captures developing eyesight, while repeated ramp play encourages head lifting during tummy time. As babies grow, it helps strengthen coordination, build neck muscles, and lay the foundation for future learning and movement skills.
Our award-winning Play Gym just got an update—see what’s new
After numerous play studies, weeks of in-home testing, and thousands of customer surveys, we are excited to announce updates to our award-winning Play Gym, now designed with even more developmental support for your baby.
Your newborn knows you by scent and sound
During the early weeks of life, babies use their sense of hearing and smell to identify the people closest to them. Read how and when recognition starts.
Newborn safety basics for new parents
Safety is always at the forefront of any new parent’s mind. While the first few weeks can feel like a crash course, you’ll soon master the basics. Here are some tips to help.
5 key elements to create a Montessori nursery
A Montessori-inspired nursery is simple and soothing. We've collected 7 of our favorite items here to help you design one that's right for your baby.
Welcome to The Looker Play Kit for Weeks 0-12
Join Lovevery CEO Jessica Rolph as she explains The Looker Play Kit for your newborn in weeks 0-12
3 – 4 Months
How the Look at Me Ladybird supports your baby’s visual tracking and tummy time
The Look at Me Ladybird engages newborns with gentle sound and movement, supporting early visual and auditory tracking. Its high-contrast design captures developing eyesight, while repeated ramp play encourages head lifting during tummy time. As babies grow, it helps strengthen coordination, build neck muscles, and lay the foundation for future learning and movement skills.
5 key elements to create a Montessori nursery
A Montessori-inspired nursery is simple and soothing. We've collected 7 of our favorite items here to help you design one that's right for your baby.
Welcome to The Charmer Play Kit for months 3-4
Watch Lovevery CEO Jessica Rolph introduce the Charmer Play Kit for months 3 and 4 of your baby's life.
Watch this baby master hand-to-hand transfer
Passing an object between two hands is a skill your baby will work toward for months, and it's a stepping stone for dressing, eating with utensils, and more.
We searched all over Pinterest for sensory tummy time ideas
Combining tummy time with sensory play introduces your baby to different sights, sounds, and textures. Here are 4 great sensory play ideas for right now.
Who is that cutie in the mirror?
Your baby doesn't recognize their own face in a mirror yet, but mirror-gazing is a favorite activity for babies. Here's how to get the most out of it.
5 – 6 Months
Our award-winning Play Gym just got an update—see what’s new
After numerous play studies, weeks of in-home testing, and thousands of customer surveys, we are excited to announce updates to our award-winning Play Gym, now designed with even more developmental support for your baby.
How to know if your baby is ready for solid foods—and 5 tips for getting started
No matter what feeding method you choose—traditional purees, baby-led weaning, or a mix of both—here are some tips to help you get started.
5 key elements to create a Montessori nursery
A Montessori-inspired nursery is simple and soothing. We've collected 7 of our favorite items here to help you design one that's right for your baby.
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.
Developmental activities for babies 5 to 6 months old
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.
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
Introducing the Wooden Sound Cylinders, new to The Inspector Play Kit for months 7 and 8
The Wooden Sound Cylinders help your child explore similarities and differences between sounds through cause-and-effect play.
Our award-winning Play Gym just got an update—see what’s new
After numerous play studies, weeks of in-home testing, and thousands of customer surveys, we are excited to announce updates to our award-winning Play Gym, now designed with even more developmental support for your baby.
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.
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.
It’s never too early to teach your baby maths
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.
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.
9 – 10 Months
The surprising ways bathtime builds your child’s brain
When it’s just you and your child, face to face, bathtime becomes a natural opportunity to connect, play, and develop your baby’s brain. And The Bath Set includes thoughtfully designed tools for building new language, cognitive, and fine motor skills.
Our award-winning Play Gym just got an update—see what’s new
After numerous play studies, weeks of in-home testing, and thousands of customer surveys, we are excited to announce updates to our award-winning Play Gym, now designed with even more developmental support for your baby.
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.
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.
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.
How to help develop your baby’s intelligence
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.
11 – 12 Months
The surprising ways bathtime builds your child’s brain
When it’s just you and your child, face to face, bathtime becomes a natural opportunity to connect, play, and develop your baby’s brain. And The Bath Set includes thoughtfully designed tools for building new language, cognitive, and fine motor skills.
Our award-winning Play Gym just got an update—see what’s new
After numerous play studies, weeks of in-home testing, and thousands of customer surveys, we are excited to announce updates to our award-winning Play Gym, now designed with even more developmental support for your baby.
Meet our Organic Cotton Baby Doll, a timeless doll for everyone
The Organic Cotton Baby Doll comes in three skin tones and is gender-neutral. Read more about our Baby Doll for everyone.
Our favourite gifts for baby’s first birthday
First birthdays are a big deal and worth celebrating. Gifts are one way to mark the occasion. Here are our 15 favorites for your one-year-old.
Welcome to The Thinker Play Kit for months 11-12
Watch Lovevery CEO Jessica Rolph introduce the Thinker Play Kit for months 11 and 12 of your baby's life.
11 science activities for toddlers about airflow
You can help your toddler understand natural sequences related to airflow by fanning them, blowing across the top of a bottle, blowing bubbles, and more.
