What to do with this activity?

Even before your baby can speak actual words they can communicate using sounds. Gradually they begin to discover the range of sounds they can make, by experimenting and trying to copy you.  

Very young babies often make a big effort to copy a word that is spoken to them repeatedly. Have a look at this Youtube video. Does the baby manage to say "hello" or not? It doesn't matter, but it does show that the baby can make a sound in response to the mother's voice - like a conversation. 

Talk to your baby face to face as often as possible and show them things that you name for them. For instance, "here's your bowl" or "yummy apple". Repeat the word and point to the object. That way your baby's understanding of words can grow naturally. Later, they will be able to say the words themselves.

Also, show them picture books and name the picture. That will make even more words familiar, and fun.

If you would like to read more about baby talk milestones by WebMD click here.