Montessori From Birth: Month 2

By Leonora Shell of Essential Montessori

Month 2

High-contrast images or books
Soft, musical toys
Different textured fabrics

In addition to our 0-3 month bundle we highlighted in Montessori From Birth: Month 1, you may consider introducing a rattle from our musical series. The three-ring shaker was a favorite in our home!

Birth to 3 Months

During the first few months of life, a baby's needs are primarily centered around basic physical needs such as eating, sleeping, and being held. However, even at this young age, Montessori materials can be used to support the development of the senses and promote early exploration.

One of the most important Montessori materials for newborns is a Montessori mobile. Mobiles designed for this age are simple and made up of high-contrast images and black-and-white patterns to stimulate a baby's developing visual system. These mobiles should be hung low above the baby but out of reach, so they can focus on the patterns and images.

Another Montessori material that can be used for this age is a grasping toy or material. Grasping materials can be hung low on a mobile or placed in a baby's hand to promote hand-eye coordination and the development of the grasping reflex. All of these are available in our 0-3 month bundle -- as parents striving for minimalism in our home it was important for us to make it simpler for new parents and caregivers to get what they needed without extra steps!

- January 30, 2026
- by Tech The Shared Environment
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- January 30, 2026
- by Tech The Shared Environment
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