By the start of the ninth month, the baby has become increasingly mobile. He or she may already be crawling around the house, which raises the risk of bumps, bruises, and falls. As the baby begins to move from crawling to cruising, parents may be tempted to purchase shoes. This is not necessary and can interfere with growth and development in many cases. It is best for the baby to walk around barefoot in order to develop strong arches on the feet as well as leg muscles.
It is important for parents who have not already done so to childproof their homes at this time. The most important areas to childproof are the stairs, which should be equipped with gates, and heavy furniture, which should be securely attached to the walls in order to prevent tipping. All dangerous objects should also be well out of the baby's reach.
The ninth month is also a good time for parents to introduce an activity center to their infant. Babies at this stage become increasingly interested in the world around them, including how objects move. The baby will be fascinated with objects that make sounds or that he or she can manipulate by pulling, twisting, shaking, or poking. Most objects will also be placed in the mouth.
In addition, vision develops further during this month. The baby's long-distance vision is steadily improving, so that he or she can now recognize people and things from across a room. Also, the baby's eye color is now developed by this stage.
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