Communication Development Activities for 7-9 Month Old Babies

How can you help baby develop 7-9 month communication skills? At this age, you will see baby producing various sounds and recognizing their name. Use these tips to help develop baby’s skills: 1. Model new sound combinations, e.g. da da da 2. Cover a toy with a blanket and have baby “find” it 3. Sing songs with finger/hand gestures, e.g. itsy bitsy spider Did you know baby is now copying gestures? So, try introducing baby sign language. Help baby develop communication skills! Visit Pathways.org for information about children's development. All materials including videos are provided at no cost; no fees or charges may be associated with any of the Pathways.org materials without prior written approval.