The Newborn Play Guide
Rebecca Rana is a qualified Early Years Teacher (EYTS) with a BA in Education and experience working with babies and young children. She is also a mother and creator of @msranaeducational, where she shares evidence-informed play ideas and child development content.
A comprehensive guide to Newborn Play, this booklet is sure to become your new go-to guide for playing and interacting with your newborn.
Inside this guide, you’ll discover:
✨ simple play ideas for babies aged 0–8 weeks
✨ Research-informed guidance on newborn development
✨ How to support early communication, attachment and sensory development
✨ Ways to play without spending money on expensive toys
✨ Practical advice on tummy time, play routines and choosing age-appropriate toys
This booklet combines practical experience with early years knowledge and child development theory to create a useful and purposeful newborn play guide.
Whether you're a first-time mum just finding your feet, a veteran mother of 5 or an early years practitioner looking to upskill and improve their practice, this booklet will have something for you.
Sections:
- Introduction
- Newborn Play Myths
- Choosing Toys
- How to Play With Your Newborn
- No Cost Play Ideas
- Sensory Play Ideas
- Simple Everyday Play Ideas
- Tummy Time Basics
- Play Routines
- Conclusion