Do you flirt with babies?

I wouldn't call it "flirting," but I like to interact with babies. I start by engaging the parent ... something like "Oh! How old is this little one?" They're usually pleased that someone is admiring their child, and are quite friendly. (If a parent is a bit on the cool side. I back off, with a simple comment about how cute he/she is.)

I wouldn't get close to the baby, unless it was a matter of family friends. From a distance, I usually wave, and start a pretend conversation ("I like your hat.") No, I don't expect a reply.

Sometimes, at certain stages of development, they see a wave and make a connection, by looking at their own hand and/or moving their fingers.

If they smile, I say: "Thank you for saving a smile for me."

If you avoid any kind of intimidating behavior, I think it's good early socialization for babies.




Exactly mate.  I'm surprised more people aren't admitting that they do, especially anyone who works a retail job.