Baby’s first words are some of the most joyful moments of parenthood. And the funny mispronunciations that follow? Even better. Here’s how to make sure you remember them all.
Start a First Words Journal
Keep a small notebook or use the notes app on your phone. Every time your child says a new word, write it down with the date and context.
- The word: Exactly as they say it (“nana” for banana, “goggy” for doggy).
- The date: You’ll want to know when it happened.
- The context: What prompted it? Who was there? The story makes the memory.
Creative Recording Ideas
- Voice recordings: Use your phone to capture their voice. These are gold — baby voices change so fast.
- Word art: Once they have 20+ words, create a word cloud print with all their early vocabulary.
- Monthly updates: Record a short video each month of them saying their newest words.