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The Senses & Your Baby

The First Day of Life

Your baby's here! Find out what to expect on that special day first day of life.

What Is the Apgar Score?

The Apgar score is the very first test given to a newborn, done right after birth in the delivery or birthing room.

Your Baby's Hearing, Vision, and Other Senses: 1 Month

Your baby is experiencing the first sights, sounds, and smells of the world through all five senses. What are your baby's responses to light, noise, touch, and familiar faces?

Your Baby's Hearing, Vision, and Other Senses: 10 Months

Here's how you can stimulate your baby's senses and provide a safe environment for exploration.

Your Baby's Hearing, Vision, and Other Senses: 11 Months

Here's how you can stimulate your baby's senses and provide a safe environment for exploration.

Your Baby's Hearing, Vision, and Other Senses: 12 Months

Here's how you can stimulate your baby's senses and provide a safe environment for exploration.

Your Baby's Hearing, Vision, and Other Senses: 2 Months

Your baby experiences sights, sounds, and smells with the five senses. Here's what your baby is experiencing at 2 months.

Your Baby's Hearing, Vision, and Other Senses: 3 Months

Your baby experiences sights, sounds, and smells with the five senses. Here's what your baby is experiencing at 3 months.

Your Baby's Hearing, Vision, and Other Senses: 4 Months

Your baby is working on all five senses, understanding and anticipating more and more. How can you stimulate your baby's senses?

Your Baby's Hearing, Vision, and Other Senses: 5 Months

Your baby is working on all five senses, understanding and anticipating more and more. How can you stimulate your baby's senses?