Later on, the best place to do tummy time is on a low, safe surface, such as a clean floor, or a floor spread with a play mat or a blanket.
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Pictures. Babies who don't get much tummy time may be slower to develop than babies can do. Clear a small area of the floor.
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Because every baby and their development is unique, there isn't a magic age to start tummy time. This way, the baby will associate diaper changes with tummy time and will hence, start expecting it. You can begin with short sessions and gradually extend their duration over the first several months.
Then keep the practice up until baby can roll over on his own, a feat many babies accomplish around 6 or 7 months of age.
Spread out a blanket in a clear area of the floor for tummy time. The traditional way to start tummy time is by spreading out a blanket or mat on the floor in a clear, flat area and. The bigger pillow can be used to support baby in the sitting position. You can start doing tummy time from birth by lying your baby on your chest (but only do this when you are wide awake and unlikely to fall asleep).