Short supervised tummy time
0–12 months · Development
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What you'll need
- A firm, flat surface
- A blanket
How to do it
- 1Lay your baby on their tummy while they are awake and content.
- 2Get down to their eye level and talk or sing.
- 3Start with a minute or two, several times a day.
- 4Stop as soon as your baby has had enough.
What it helps with
Strengthens neck, shoulder and trunk muscles used for rolling and sitting.
Keep it safe
Always awake and always supervised. Babies sleep on their backs.
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General ideas for play at home, written by the Baby Mamas team. Always use your own judgement about what suits your child, and stay nearby.