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Gentle Face Tracing

👶 Newborn (0–4 weeks) Sensory

Lightly trace the outline of your baby's face with your fingertip.

In the Little Play app, this activity appears in week 2 of your baby's personalized plan.

Gentle Face Tracing, a baby activity for Newborn (0–4 weeks)

How to play

1
Use a clean, warm fingertip to gently trace around eyebrows, nose, and lips.
2
Move slowly so they begin to anticipate the sensation.
3
Whisper what you are touching: "This is your nose."

What you need

• Nothing at all. Just the two of you.

Why it works

Develops early body awareness and creates a calm, intimate bonding experience.

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