Newborn Conversations
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It might feel a little awkward to talk with a tiny newborn who can’t talk back. But these early conversations are more valuable than you may realize: just the sound of your voice helps boost your baby’s brain development right from the start. And the more you talk and engage with your baby, the easier it’ll become (for both of you!). Talk. Read. Sing. It changes everything®
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