While it is true that most of parenting involves real work, some of parenting is pure pleasure!
Right from birth cuddling up with your baby and a book not only feels good, but strengthens the bond between the two of you. Holding your baby, coaxing responses from him, talking and singing, and showing pictures in books, actually contribute to the “wiring” of the still developing brain. As you read, your child begins to pick up the rhythm of language and build a vocabulary. The soothing sound of your voice can calm a distraught child and make sleep time more relaxing. Taking books wherever you go can help keep your child engaged when waiting for doctor appointments, during trips to the mall or long car rides.
