Your baby may not be speaking quite yet. But that doesn’t mean they aren’t a skilled communicator. And the better we read their emotional cues the better we can become at meeting their needs. Take this little communicator, for example. We don’t know exactly what the problem is. But we know he’s mildly distressed… and that’s half the battle, because at this age we can quickly narrow the list of possible causes. Is he past due for a feeding or diaper change? Is he experiencing discomfort? Uncomfortable around an unfamiliar adult? It’s not an infinite list. The key is developing the skills and disposition to “hear” their message. Lacking conventional speech, infants rely heavily on non-verbal communication to express their moods, needs, and wants. Of course emotional cues aren’t always as obvious at those shown here. But keep a sharp eye on your baby and you might just be surprised at how effectively they communicate. Even without words. This little one was shared to IG by cutebabiesvibe.

Such an emotionally intelligent little guy. What does this video tell you about his home environment and relationships?