Oh Baby

I got this in one of the "your baby's development" email newsletters:

"To help develop your baby's coordination, show him or her how to tap two saucepan lids together. Then place them in his or her hands and move his or her hands the same way you moved yours, so he or she can get the feel of the movement. Then let your baby give it a try and watch his or her excitement when he or she can make a loud noise."

seriously? Why would anyone want to teach their child to make LOUD and ANNOYING noises? I am certain she'll figure out the fun of LOUD and ANNOYING sooner than later. And then I'll start saying "baby, please stop that. Mama's ears hurt."