That wasn't really an airplane, that was a spoon

That wasn't really an airplane, that was a spoon

As a parent, you often find yourself in situations where you have to think on your feet and come up with creative ways to entertain and engage your baby. One of the most common tactics used by parents to get their little ones to eat is the classic airplane spoon trick. You know the one - you make airplane noises and fly the spoon towards your baby's mouth, hoping that they will open up and take a bite.

But what if, instead of pretending the spoon was an airplane, you actually told your baby that it was a spoon? Imagine the look of confusion on their face as they try to make sense of your words. "That wasn't really an airplane, that was a spoon," you say with a smile, as you continue to feed them.

At first, your baby may not understand what you mean. After all, they are still learning about the world around them and the concept of objects having specific names. But as you continue to repeat the phrase and show them the spoon, they may start to make the connection. They may even start to giggle at the absurdity of the situation, finding humor in the idea that a simple utensil could be mistaken for a flying machine.

As your baby grows and develops, they will start to understand the difference between an airplane and a spoon. But by introducing this playful twist to mealtime, you are not only making feeding more fun for your little one, but also helping them to expand their vocabulary and cognitive skills. By encouraging them to think outside the box and see things from a different perspective, you are fostering their creativity and imagination.

So the next time you sit down to feed your baby, consider telling them, "That wasn't really an airplane, that was a spoon." Who knows, it may just become a fun and memorable part of your daily routine.