1. When
Try to get some tummy time into your baby's schedule whenever you can, holding her in the recommended positions that exercise her neck and shoulder muscles.
2. Where
Lay your baby on his tummy on a soft blanket several times during the day
3. Timing
Lay your baby on his tummy on a soft blanket several times during the day
4. Link
Lay your baby on his tummy on a soft blanket several times during the day
How to Extend Baby's Tummy Time
1. When
Try to get some tummy time into your baby's schedule whenever you can, holding her in the recommended positions that exercise her neck and shoulder muscles.
2. Where
Lay your baby on his tummy on a soft blanket several times during the day
3. Timing
Lay your baby on his tummy on a soft blanket several times during the day
4. Link
Lay your baby on his tummy on a soft blanket several times during the day
Recommended Tummy Time Positions
Placing the baby on a firm, safe surface is the most familiar tummy time position. However, there are other recommended tummy time positions most people are less aware of:
- Lay down on the floor and lay your baby on your chest or tummy and chat with her, enjoying some face-to-face interaction.
- While sitting down hold your baby on your forearm. This position is also known to ease gassy babies and relieve discomfort.
- After your baby gains more head control, use a tummy time pillow to prop him up.
Timing Tummy Time
Experts recommend that you allow baby 30 minutes of tummy time every day. Starts off with short periods of tummy time (2-3 minutes), keeping in mind that it is a real effort for babies in the first couple of weeks. As baby grows stronger, allow longer stretches of tummy time and try to amuse baby with songs, chatting and engaging toys.
Timing Tummy Tips
- Link tummy time with activities baby is familiar with to make it more fun for baby.
- Lay your baby on his tummy on a soft blanket several times during the day. The blanket should not be too soft so your baby doesn’t sink into it. Begin with very short periods, releasing the baby from the position once he begins to complain.
- Over time, extend baby’s tummy time by placing eye-catching toys with bright contrasting colors or lights in front of her. Tiny Love has a wonderful selection of products that can help stimulate your baby while on their tummy, such as the Double-Sided First Book.
- Place a rolled-up towel under your baby’s chest and help him place his hands on the floor. Try to get some tummy time into your baby’s schedule whenever you can, holding her in the recommended positions that exercise her neck and shoulder muscles.
- Never leave your baby unattended while practicing tummy time.
Any advice and information provided in this website is given as suggestions only and should not be taken as a professional medical diagnosis or opinion. We recommend you also consult your healthcare provider, and urge you to contact them immediately if your question is urgent.
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