Did you know that tickling favors the development of the child? Find out why and make him laugh!
All kids love tickling and of course, dads love watching their little ones laugh non-stop.
From a physical or neurological point of view, the baby’s brain is prepared to detect tickling and during the first months of life, and up to 3 years of age, they favor the maturation of sensory-type nerve pathways, which are responsible for informing to the brain on the arrival of certain stimuli, such as a puncture, heat, cold, among others.
In addition, tickling allows the development of motor pathways, which are responsible for sending information to different parts of the body to react to these stimuli. Also, they help tone muscles, strengthen the immune system and children become aware of their body.
On the other hand, specialists indicate that by interacting with children in this way, the bond between parents and children is strengthened through emotions and physical contact, because like hugging your child, this game serves to get closer to him and have something in common, since it is fun and beneficial for both of them.
Another benefit of tickling is that it can relieve stress and help in difficult times when your little one is upset because they can alleviate that bad state of your child to break the ice in the best way that is laughing.
Tickling can also be part of his learning, because while you play with your little one you can help him identify the parts of his body that you are touching, such as the feet, arms, tummy, etc.
No matter how old your child is, create a routine to make your child laugh and thus share moments of happiness, in addition to stimulating their child’s development on an emotional level.