As your child grows he will need the companionship of older children. After all he must learn to get along with other people. Adults can never fully take the place of children in the life of child. So be sure he has plenty of children to play with. However, be very careful not to foster any feelings of jealousy among your children. Give them all an equal share of your love and interest. Family favoritism is not fair. It always brings unhappy results for all concerned.

Regular sleep is also important to health. Be sure the bed is warm and comfortable, with plenty of fresh air circulating in the room. A young baby will usually sleep better without a pillow. The bed covers should be light, warm, and comfortable. His night clothes should be made of cotton, for wool may irritate the skin and keep him awake.

At bedtime a child should be put to sleep in his own bed. Spend a little time with him every evening talking and singing to him. Even thought he may not understand all your words, he may not understand all your words, he will become one of the loveliest memories that he will carry all through his life.