Color stimuli promote infant brain development.

　　There are four stages to understanding color.

　　Experts believe that from the moment a baby opens their eyes to fully perceiving all the colors of the world, they go through four developmental stages: the black-and-white stage, the color stage, the stereoscopic stage, and the spatial stage.

　　At different stages of development, babies perceive colors in distinct ways. If parents can recognize the unique characteristics of each stage and provide appropriate color stimulation, they can not only foster visual development but also further unlock cognitive potential, encouraging earlier brain maturation and helping babies become more intelligent.

　　More than four months ago, I watched it in black and white.

　　The first 0–4 months represent the black-and-white stage of visual development. During this period, babies can only perceive black and white, and their viewing distance is limited to just 20–30 centimeters. Therefore, even if parents hold colorful toys in front of them, it will be largely ineffective; it’s far more practical to adopt a more targeted approach.

　　Since a newborn’s first sight is their mother’s breast, they tend to be particularly sensitive to target‑like patterns. Yang Jian recommends that parents hold black-and-white toys resembling targets and gently wave them back and forth in front of the baby to help sharpen their sensitivity to black-and-white contrasts.

　　Of course, to lay the groundwork for your child’s future visual development, parents can also introduce toys in red, yellow, and blue from time to time. Although babies may not be able to distinguish these colors at first, over time, such exposure helps stimulate their vision and sets the stage for the emergence of color perception.

　　In addition, the clothes your baby wears should feature a variety of colors—include both muted and bright hues; otherwise, prolonged exposure to the same color scheme may dull their visual perception. The edges and headboard of your baby’s crib should also be adorned with colorful decorations, such as balloons, hanging ornaments, and painted ceramic plates, so that from the moment they open their eyes, they’re immersed in a vibrant, colorful environment. “However, be sure not to let your baby stare at a single object for too long, as this can lead to a vacant gaze or even strabismus. It’s even more effective to gently talk to your child while gently moving a toy back and forth,” Yang Jian cautions.

　　After six months, exposure to orange, green, and purple.

　　Between 4 and 12 months, babies enter a period of color vision. During this time, their visual nerves become highly sensitive to colors, and their visual range expands to 1–2 meters.

　　Although children at this stage are highly sensitive to colors, the choice of hues can make a significant difference in how well they engage. The three primary colors—red, yellow, and blue—are pure, easy to recognize, and should be your first choice. In addition, parents can gradually introduce their babies to orange, green, and purple. For example, you might purchase colorful toys with bells and gently wave them in front of your baby; the combination of sound and color will excite your child and provide excellent stimulation for both visual development and brain growth.

　　Parents can also play “peek-a-boo” with their child using toys. While gently waving a colorful toy in front of the baby, they hide it behind their back. When the baby looks puzzled, they suddenly reveal the toy right in front of them. “When the toy appears before the baby’s eyes in an instant, the child becomes overjoyed, and this process provides excellent visual stimulation.”

　　After the age of one, young children can no longer be satisfied with just six or seven monotonous colors. At this stage, parents can gradually introduce mixed hues—such as grass green, emerald green, and dark green—so that, subtly and over time, the world in their eyes becomes increasingly vibrant and colorful. Between the ages of two and six, parents should take their children outdoors as often as possible to let them fully experience the dazzling array of colors and the rich tapestry of nature, thereby fostering healthier visual development.

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