It's no secret that being outside has many health benefits for both the body and the mind. Whether you reside near a beach, forest, or mountains, a little sunshine, fresh air, and being in nature may work wonders to lift your spirits. It makes logical, then, that walking outside can offer you a much-needed serotonin boost after having a baby and being frazzled, sleep-deprived, and trying to adjust to this new life. It has several advantages for both you and your baby. Although a lot of people still think you should stay inside for a month after giving birth, this is a misconception. Take your child for a walk outside as soon as you feel safe doing so if they are healthy and have no underlying illnesses.
Your infant experiences new sights, sounds, and smells when they are outside, which creates a sensory-rich environment that helps their brain development. Their brain is like a sponge, soaking in and processing new information. They are exposed to a multisensory environment while being stimulated outside, which helps to activate and hone all of their senses. Make outdoor play an integral component of their routine to aid in the brain's formation of necessary connections. When allowing babies to spend time outdoors, use caution and common sense to avoid direct solar exposure and inclement weather.
In addition, new opportunities for language development arise when you spend time with your infant outside. Try to react to your baby's sounds and motions as you move around and describe what you see. This form of early "conversation" with your kid, referred to as "serve and return," might significantly affect their language and cognitive growth.
According to a 2014 study, babies and young children are more likely to try to express feelings they have while outside: "When an infant feels the leaves or the toddler notices the airplane in the sky, they are more inclined to verbalize this experience because it will elicit a positive response from their caregivers."
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