How to get enough Tummy Time this Christmas
For most of the festivities involve being out and about, travelling between gatherings and lots of fun, however this can limit the time your baby has for free play and floor based tummy time. Tummy time not only provides the opportunity for supporting posture development, but it also gives your child time to play, explore, have space and learn elements of self regulation. So how do you make sure your baby gets enough tummy time this festive season between all your commitments?
Firstly, understanding how much tummy time your child needs will help you make sure you are providing the minimum time, and then anything more is a wonderful bonus!
How much tummy time does your babe needs each day?
Follow these simple tips to help them achieve that over the festive season!
Read More
Topics:
Mothers,
Babies,
Health,
children,
stress,
relax,
families,
Development,
spine,
brain,
Mums,
baby wearing,
dads,
Infants,
Physical Development
The festive season is upon us and those with babies will know just how many requests you receive from others to hold your baby. Everyone wants to cuddle your little squish!
Being held, passed around and moved in and out of car seats, high chairs and beds becomes much more frequent at this time of year.
Did you know this can place additional strain and pressure through the spine and shoulders of your baby?
Read More
Topics:
Mothers,
Babies,
Health,
children,
stress,
families,
Development,
spine,
brain,
baby wearing,
Injury Prevention,
Infants,
Physical Development
[Image credit: Born for love - Ergobaby]
Holding or carrying a baby (or young child) on your body using a carrier
Read More
Topics:
Mothers,
Babies,
Health,
parents,
Development,
spine,
Mums,
ACCC,
baby wearing
