Should watercolor, sand, mud and other dirty looking materials be played with by babies? How can I ensure my baby's health without hindering their enthusiasm for playing games?
Is it good to play dirty games?
Many mothers are reluctant for their babies to play with dirty materials such as sand and mud, thinking that letting them play will expose them to a lot of bacteria, affect their health, and make their clothes dirty. But this will cause the baby to lose many precious experiences.
Most dirty games are tactile, where babies feel the texture of different materials through the contact of their hands. For example, watercolor paint is smooth and cold; But sand and mud are very rough. These are all fun and inspiring tactile games that mothers should not stop babies from playing. As long as the baby does timely cleaning after playing, it will not have any impact on his body.
How to play dirty games?
In fact, as long as the mother is prepared, she can also immerse herself in dirty games with the baby to the fullest. For example, prepare an extra set of clothes to change before playing, or prepare an apron for the baby to use, so they are not afraid of getting their clothes dirty. In addition, when playing watercolor color games, you can also lay the floor with newspaper or cloth, making it easier to clean afterwards.
PS: A clean gaming culture is becoming increasingly common because everyone is paying more attention to hygiene and safety. As a mother, it is important to find a balance between ensuring hygiene and safety while allowing the baby to engage in some unrestricted and unregulated dirty games. In this way, both you and your baby can find more fun playing!
