How to read to my squirming baby ?

Question

I would love to read to my 5 month old but she won't sit still in my lap or on the floor long enough to get through a single page! Anyone else have this problem? Any suggestions?

Answer 1

You can read without her sitting still. She doesn't need to look at the pictures but will be fascinated with your voice and the sounds of the different words. You can also start to teach her baby sign language now to increase her vocabulary. This is great fun with an active baby like yours and you will both enjoy the increased bonding. Best wishes, G

Answer 2

Get those cloth books so that she can grab it and play with it. Reading to her now is just to get her used to the idea... she will be much happier if you let her also play with the book.