Early skills

Tummy time made simple: building strength through play

Tummy time builds the strength babies need to roll, sit, and crawl. Many babies dislike it at first, but short, playful, frequent sessions make all the difference.

Early skills

Start small and build up

A few minutes a few times a day is a great start, and far better than one long session that ends in tears. As your baby grows stronger, the minutes will natura…

Early skills

Make it playful

Tummy time is much happier when it feels like play rather than a chore. Getting down to your baby's level, talking, singing, and placing an interesting toy or…

Early skills

If your baby hates it

Many babies dislike tummy time at first simply because it is hard work. Tummy time on your chest while you recline, or across your lap, counts too and is often…

Early skills

Every baby is different

Some babies take to tummy time quickly and others need weeks of patient encouragement. Both are normal. If you have concerns about your baby's strength, head c…

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