As your little one reaches the 31-week mark, you’ll notice some exciting developments! At this age, your baby can read your emotions and recognizes you, family members, friends, and even their own reflection. A fun activity to try is pulling out family photos and naming the people in them together. Just remember to keep any negative feelings about those in-laws to yourself!
If you haven’t started yet, consider introducing sign language to help your baby express their budding recognition skills. While we know that giving the middle finger might be amusing at times (and trust me, there will be moments where you might feel like it!), it’s not quite what we mean by teaching sign language!
Physical, Social, and Cognitive Milestones
Keep engaging with your baby using a soothing voice, as this will aid in their learning of consonant and vowel sounds, plus tone and inflection. Pairing your verbal communication with sign language can be really beneficial; it not only helps your little one communicate more effectively, but also allows you to understand their baby babbles better. And while it might be tough to hold back laughter when they express frustration through signs and sounds, it’s important they know you’re attuned to their feelings. This sensitivity will be vital as they grow and their expressions become more complex.
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Summary
At 31 weeks, your baby is thriving in recognizing faces and emotions. Engage with them through photos and consider teaching sign language to enhance communication. Use a gentle voice to help them learn sounds, and be responsive to their feelings. Resources on home insemination and pregnancy can provide further assistance on your parenting journey.