Scent Journey
Play olfactory sensory

Scent Journey

Best Age

Best Age
wk 4–8
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Wave open jars of aromatic kitchen staples gently under baby’s nose to track sensory reactions.

How to do it (Step by step)
  • ✓Open jars of vanilla, cinnamon, or fresh mint.
  • ✓Wave them gently under baby’s nose.
  • ✓Watch for widening eyes or nostril flares.

Linked Developmental Milestones

Social & Emotional

Looks at caregiver face

The infant maintains direct, purposeful eye contact with the caregiver's face during interactions. This is the foundation of human social bonding, emotional mirroring, and shared attention. It shows that they are beginning to prioritize human faces over other visual objects.

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