: Fixes were implemented for toddlers who would either not run at all or never stop running when the "Run Around" interaction was used.
: For the first time, toddlers and children can interact with newborns by "entertaining" them at the bassinet. New CAS and Build/Buy Features
The Sims 4 version (released March 14, 2023) is a landmark "Infant Update" that fundamentally altered the game's generational mechanics by introducing a brand-new life stage. This update transitioned newborns into a more dynamic and interactive early childhood phase, bridging the gap between infants and toddlers. Core Gameplay Additions: The Infant Life Stage The Sims 4 (v1.96.365.1030) Game Patch.part2.rar
The primary focus of this patch was the introduction of , a free base-game life stage. Unlike newborns, which remained largely stationary in bassinets, infants are fully customizable in Create a Sim (CAS) and possess their own unique needs and traits.
: New birthmarks, stretch marks, and C-section scars were added, many of which can be applied to infants and persist as they age. : Fixes were implemented for toddlers who would
: For Sims who cannot or do not wish to go through traditional pregnancy or adoption, a new "Science Baby" interaction allows them to use genetic material to create a child for a fee of 1,200 Simoleons .
: Caregivers no longer automatically return newborns to their bassinets between every social interaction, allowing for more fluid and natural handling. This update transitioned newborns into a more dynamic
: A variety of infant-specific furniture was added, including several styles of cribs (some of which are portable or upgradable with mobiles) and sensory toys. Quality of Life and Bug Fixes