This soft padded mirror can be hung so that a newborn can gaze into it while lying down, or it can be attached flat against the crib rails to accommodate a sitting baby. It stands on its own outside the crib, providing tummy-time enjoyment or entertainment for sitting babies. Baby will love to touch and pull on the sun, bug and bird. The reverse side is a frame for baby?s favorite 4? x 6? photo. Recommended for ages Birth+. Approximate size: 10.5? x 10.5? x 2.5?.

Developmental Benefit:

Me in the Mirror develops baby?s communication skills by letting baby watch facial movements during cooing. This helps baby make the connection between sounds and mouth movements.

Play Tips:

• Place the mirror near baby?s head, about 8-10 inches from face so baby can see herself while lying in the crib. Occasionally move the mirror to the opposite side of the crib, encouraging baby to look in both directions.
• Put baby on tummy in front of the mirror to encourage baby to push up. When baby learns to sit up, use the easel feature so baby can see while seated.
• Talk to baby as you come near and try to catch baby?s gaze in the mirror. Then stand in front so baby can look directly at you. This helps baby learn where sounds are coming from and teaches the difference between the mirror image and the real person.
• Point to eyes, nose, mouth and ears saying, ?I love those eyes.? ?I love that nose.? Touching each part as you speak will help baby learn the names of facial features.