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Moreover, we reviewed guidance from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) and HHS on the importance and benefits of tummy time. Babies should have good head control to use the seated support–they should be able to hold their own head up steady.I also get down on the floor in front of my baby and talk to her or make silly faces to help engage her during tummy time. A colorful xylophone with rolling wheels, the Fat Brain Toys Rock 'N Roller Piano makes sounds like ringing bells, so young kids will enjoy playing some tunes.
Even though we’ve all read and heard about tummy time benefits, there’s nothing like washing your own baby accomplish this. It comes with a mirror, rattle, and teether that can be removed from the llama, so it’s almost like getting four toys in one! I have compiled a list of my tried and tested toys that my baby girl used and that I thought were helpful and worth purchasing (if I was to do it all over again.A Made for Mums “Editor’s Choice” Award Recipient, parents can wear the sensory-designed Dingle Dangle on their heads and watch as their babies interact with the colours and sounds. The Nuby Tummy Time Pillow is also small and compact, so it is easy to take it on the go to grandma’s house or playdates! I have found that this style of pillow is great for either putting under your baby’s chest to prop them up or placing in front of their head to encourage them to lift their head to play with the pillow.
The youngest infants will love looking at high contrast books–these are great for their visual development. It also includes a detachable mirrored crinkle toy and a BPA-free teether to motivate babies to reach and grasp. VTech makes the same tummy time pillow toy (via a Walmart exclusive) with a deer instead of a giraffe.For life on the go, attach the mat to the back of a car seat’s headrest, crib, car seat, or stroller so your baby can continue to play. We love this tummy time play gym for beginners because it’s straightforward to set up and take down with no tools required.
