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Finger Grasping

👶 Newborn (0–4 weeks) Sensory

Encouraging the baby's natural palmar grasp reflex.

In the Little Play app, this activity appears in week 1 of your baby's personalized plan.

Finger Grasping, a baby activity for Newborn (0–4 weeks)

How to play

1
Place your finger into the center of your baby's palm.
2
Wait for them to wrap their tiny fingers around yours.
3
Gently lift your finger slightly to let them feel their own grip.

What you need

• Nothing at all. Just the two of you.

Why it works

Strengthens the palmar grasp reflex and begins early tactile bonding.

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