Black and white books for newborns

Q: Do newborns prefer black and white?

Newborns color perception is limited to white, black and shades of grey, because their eyes and capacity for sight are not fully developed at birth. As a result, babies love to look at high-contrast black-and-white patterns, which stand out in their blurry worlds, attracting their attention and helping them focus.

You Will be Amazed at Your Baby’s Response to our Black and White Books!

Did you know that babies in the early months prefer to look at black and white rather than colour? At Mesmerised we specialise in black and white books for babies designed specifically for newborns and babies up to 12 months of age. Why do babies like looking at black and white?

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You Will be Amazed at Your Baby’s Response to our Black and White Books!
Why are black and white books good for newborns?
What age are black and white books good for babies?
Do newborns prefer black and white?
What type of books are most appropriate for a newborn?

Mesmerised books are great for tummy time…

…and playmat time

A word from some happy Mums…
‘Just wanted to say that my 5 month old baby LOVES Mesmerised and has done since she was only a month old. We just did a 10,000km car trip with her and Mesmerised saved the day. Thanks.’ Susie, Kununurra, WA.

‘Just had to say how beautiful your book is. A midwife at the mother and baby unit recommended it to us. I then recommended it to my online mums group. So many of the girls have raved since purchasing the book and flash cards!’ Lisa, Hobart

Click here for more testimonials….

Mesmerised by Katey Love, 0-6mths

$16.95

Faces for Baby cloth book by Katey Love, 0-9mths

$21.95

Baby Face by Katey Love, 0-12mths

$16.95

Mesmerised Flashcards by Katey Love 0-6mths

$14.95

‘Black and white contrasting pictures maximise visual stimulation and appear to encourage infant development in the early months’. – Jennifer Gregor, Paediatric doctor, Melbourne, Australia.

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Why are black and white books good for newborns?

As young eyes are developing and learning to focus on the world around them, black and white books with simple lines and bold patterns are easier for babies to see. The bold images stand out against a typically blurry world.

What age are black and white books good for babies?

From 6–9 months old, you can start to introduce books with bold colours, shapes and outlines, as well as tactile books that they can feel and touch. Hello, Bugs! by Smriti Prasadam, illustrated by Emily Bolam.

Do newborns prefer black and white?

Newborns' color perception is limited to white, black and shades of grey, because their eyes and capacity for sight are not fully developed at birth. As a result, babies love to look at high-contrast black-and-white patterns, which stand out in their blurry worlds, attracting their attention and helping them focus.

What type of books are most appropriate for a newborn?

Books with clear pictures and bold contrast: Newborns see best in black and white, so high contrast images help the baby focus. Bright colors also grab older babies' attention. Sing-song text: Babies love changes in tone. If the words are easy to say in sing song, the baby might start wriggling along with your rhythm.