Has your baby formed a strong attachment to a stuffed toy or a soft blanket? If he has, be
thankful. Such transitional objects or "loveys" will help give him a feeling of security as he
evolves emotionally in the months to come. When you''re not around, it will comfort him. Not
all children feel inclined to adopt a lovey, but if yours does, by all means, encourage it! It''s
best to have two identical objects and rotate them regularly. That way you can wash one
easily and you have a replacement in case one gets lost. You can even cut blankets in half (if
you do it at this age, he won''t notice the change in size).
