Baby likes physical contact, eye contact and generally as much attention as humanly possible.  However, recently Baby doesn't mind kicking on the changing mat, or watching us wash up, providing we respond with a cuddle when asked.  

Our hospital was very keen on skin to skin contact, delayed cord clamping, and other natural birth stuff.  However, these were not possible for medical reasons.  We had skin to skin contact later in hospital, and still regularly at home.  This can be: when feeding, hanging out listening to music, or in the bath.

Baby enjoys massages, which is not surprising as we do too. 

Contrary to the insistence of all medical people, it is pretty hard to get a baby to sleep in a cot...

Meal times can be social times.

Daddy has been taking time off and working from home, which has meant he can do all the housework, cooking, and some childcare.  This means I have had lots of time to get to know baby.  We also have help from my parents.  I am aware this is not possible for most people, and we are very lucky.  

An activity you can do together.  One of many possibilities.  We haven't tried this yet, but I hope to.

We have started to use some signs with Baby, although it is too early.  I wanted to get in the habit as it is hard to remember. 

Baby sometimes likes reading.

I have found breastfeeding a great way to bond with our baby.  We are also very lucky this has worked for us.  I watched videos before Baby was born, and also used a helpline.

Baby loves looking around and sleeping in the carrier when we go out.  At home I can manage jobs like tidying or vacuuming, but haven't figured out carrying a washing basket or doing the dishes, or anything which requires us to stand still.  Plus, I'm never sure what to do when Baby sleeps.

This is the practice pf learning to recognise the signals babies give when they need the toilet.  I have found it requires me to be more attentive toward Baby.

Baby loved sitting and singing with us when little, but has recently found other things to do.