The mirror is one of the most popular developmental toys for newborns and infants \u2014 and for good reason. Baby is fascinated by the human face from birth, and their own reflection (which they initially perceive as \u00abanother baby\u00bb) captivates them for minutes on end. Around 18 to 24 months, they will begin to understand that it is themselves they are seeing \u2014 this is known as the \u00abmirror test\u00bb, a major milestone in the development of self-awareness.<\/p>\n
Newborns do not perceive colours like we do. For the first 3 to 4 months, their vision is limited to strong contrasts: black and white and red stand out particularly. It is for this reason that the models Black\/White<\/strong> and Black\/Red<\/strong> of our toy are particularly well suited to toddlers. The version Orange<\/strong>, softer, better suited for 4-6 months when vision is developing towards bright colours.<\/p>\n Tip: for newborns, you can alternate between Black\/White and Black\/Red to multiply visual stimulations. The Orange version becomes relevant around 4-6 months, when colour takes on its full dimension.<\/p>\n Seeing one's own reflection, pulling faces, observing one's expressions: all fundamental experiences for the development of self-awareness. This is one of the major cognitive milestones of a baby's first two years.<\/p>\n With its strong contrasts and simple patterns, this toy is precisely calibrated for a baby's developing vision. No visual overload, just enough to catch and hold their attention without over-stimulating them.<\/p>\n Baby sees their reflection in the mirror, reaches out to touch it, grabs the toy's parts: hand-eye coordination develops naturally through these simple gestures.<\/p>\n The toy's varied textures, mirrored surfaces and contrasting colours invite baby to explore actively. This curiosity is the main driving force behind all future learning.<\/p>\n3 versions according to age and usage<\/h2>\n
Choose the right colour for baby<\/h3>\n
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Skills developed<\/h2>\n
Self-recognition and body awareness<\/h3>\n
Adapted visual stimulation<\/h3>\n
Hand-eye coordination<\/h3>\n
Curiosity and exploration<\/h3>\n
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