by Berardo Lucciano You can start playing now -- with your
resident in the womb! Since your tiny bean has the ability to
hear, feel, see and move before birth, share your experiences.
These ideas can get you started: What would you say if you were
holding your wee one? Go ahead -- just as if he/she is already
in your arms. Your baby enjoys your voice and hearing you talks
sets the stage for learning language. When your baby reaches out
with a foot or fist, touch your tummy and say, "I'm right here,
sweetie" or "That was a strong boot to my very full bladder!"
This is a great way to engage and bond with your wee one. Try a
new food and see note the reaction. Julie Mennella, from Monell
Chemical Senses Center in Philadelphia says flavors are passed
to your baby via the amniotic fluid. She discovered that babies
respond to different flavors and remember their early meals.
Take a trip to the baby super store and daydream. Would your
baby like this outfit? How about a soft, colorful carrier? While
you might not ge