It has been well-established that babies prefer “baby talk” as it helps them pay closer attention to speech, especially amidst background noise. “Baby talk” makes it easier for babies to figure out how language works and which words are most important to the meaning of what’s being said. This helps them learn what words mean and, in time, helps them learn to say words. Therefore, don’t be afraid to use baby talk with your baby - it’s helping him tune in to you and what you are saying!