There are lots of easy ways to play with baby dolls. A pumpkin seat helps hold the baby still. Feed the baby- Find an easy to hold bottle with handles or attach your own handle (see Get A Grip blog). Find a spoon your child can grip or use an EazyHold grip or other cuff. Let your child try to target the baby's mouth. Wash the baby- Use a wet or dry washcloth for your child to rub on the baby. Try a wet mitten or bath mitt if they can't hold onto the cloth. Water and bubbles in a shallow container is fun on a warm day. Rock the baby- In the pumpkin seat or a baby swing your child can push just a little to get some movement. Make sure you make baby snoring sounds when the child has rocked the baby enough. Burp the baby- Have the child pat the baby's tummy or back. Burp sound effects will make the efforts worthwhile.
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I am an occupational therapist with over 30 years of pediatric experience. I currently work predominantly with children who have cerebral palsy and other neuromotor difficulties. I love to help children who have the most challenging bodies participate in their world, especially through play. I scour local thrift stores to find toys that provide a lot of fun without a lot of hand skills or can be easily (and cheaply) modified for that purpose. Archives
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