Why Do Babies Put Everything in Their Mouths? Ever wonder why your baby grabs toys, phones, or even your keys—and puts them straight into their mouth? It may look random (or stressful for parents), but it’s actually one of the most important ways their brain develops. Mouthing helps babies learn about textures, shapes, temperatures, and cause-and-effect by sending rich sensory information to the brain’s sensory cortex. Every time your little one chews, gnaws, or explores, they’re building early
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Why Do Babies Put Everything in Their Mouths? Ever wonder why your baby grabs toys, phones, or even your keys—and puts them straight into their mouth? It may look random (or stressful for parents), but it’s actually one of the most important ways their brain develops. Mouthing helps babies learn about textures, shapes, temperatures, and cause-and-effect by sending rich sensory information to the brain’s sensory cortex. Every time your little one chews, gnaws, or explores, they’re building early
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