What Happens In the BabySpace Coachella Valley Playroom?
This blog was originally published here by BabySpace Coachella Valley.
As an infant-parent mental health practitioner, I love places that allow for babies and parents to find each other and drop into each other’s worlds without being pulled away by the daily interruptions we all are faced with. If you are in the Coachella Valley, I highly recommend exploring BabySpace Coachella Valley.
The playroom at BabySpace Coachella Valley is a very special place.
The playroom is a place where children come to do their work of childhood- play!
When they first begin as tiny infants, that work will look like observing the room around them, stretching their bodies, letting their mother know when they have had enough of floor time and would like to be held, fed, or rocked again. Infants, in their early months, may observe facial expressions, gestures, and movements, gradually building a repertoire of visual cues that contribute to their understanding of the world. The playroom provides a stage for this observational learning, allowing infants to absorb information and gradually develop the ability to interpret social signals.
As they grow, that play will look like exploring various colors, shapes, textures while they engage with objects independently. They begin to develop a sense of self-confidence that they are able to explore their interests without the constant intervention of an adult. They learn to observe and interact with their surroundings, which develops into understanding social cues as they age. As infants progress to rocking and crawling, the playroom allows them to practice their mobility skills by providing unrestricted movement on the playroom floor, helping them to strengthen their muscles and build coordination, laying the foundation for future physical milestones.
As caregivers consistently engage in interactive play during time in the playroom, infants develop a sense of predictability and reliability in their relationships. This predictability becomes a source of comfort, allowing infants to explore the world with a sense of security, knowing that their caregivers are there to provide support when needed. This foundation of trust lays the groundwork for positive social interactions and relationships as the child continues to grow.
In essence, while the playroom provides an opportunity for solo exploration, it is equally a canvas for the development of social skills and emotional connections. The combination of solo play and interactive experiences with moms creates a well-rounded social development environment, shaping the infant's understanding of relationships and setting the stage for healthy social interactions in the years to come.
The BabySpace Coachella Valley playroom is a welcoming place for all infants.
Walkers begin to explore the outer radius of the playroom, removing items from the shelves, bringing them to their mom to share the treasure they have uncovered. Moms get curious about what their child has decided this object is - is it a cup to drink from or a hat for your head- and allows the child to lead the play with whatever imaginative thoughts they are experiencing.
Providing the child with this unrestricted play in their daily routine is a simple yet powerful way to support their holistic development. From physical milestones to cognitive and emotional growth, solo play on the playroom floor lays the groundwork for a healthy and independent future.
At BabySpace Coachella Valley, providing infants and toddlers with the freedom to explore and play in the playroom is an investment in their overall well-being, nurturing the building blocks of a confident and capable individual.
Lauren Fox, LCSW, PMH-C works exclusively with women in the perinatal period and those with children 0-3 years old.
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