Safety

At this stage, babies are likely already rolling over and sitting up, and may even be starting to try crawling and sitting independently. You can encourage crawling and sitting, but first make sure the environment is safe and free of obstacles, especially to prevent falls.

If they are not yet sitting independently, you can seat them for short periods during meals and play with support and supervision, or in an appropriate high chair designed for infants.

At around six months of age, it is recommended to begin introducing complementary foods. During feeding, babies should sit with their head upright to reduce the risk of choking. At this stage, babies are naturally curious and will try to put objects in their mouths as a way of exploring the world. You should allow exploration through movement, play, and interaction with adults, while avoiding screens whenever possible. During play, feeding, bathing, or diaper changes, it is advisable for caregivers to put away their phones in order to maintain full supervision. Babies should be allowed to explore, but their safety must be ensured at all times through close supervision, and small objects smaller than a coin should be kept out of reach.

At this age, as babies begin trying to stand, they often pull themselves up using furniture at home. Therefore, it is important to ensure in advance that dressers and cabinets are securely anchored to the wall. Medications, cleaning products, and pesticides should also be stored in high or locked cabinets to prevent access by babies.