How long should tummy time be

Tummy time – a position synonymous with newborns and infants to help them develop, grow, and lay the groundwork for their future movement! Loved by some babies, despised by others, you too may have mixed feelings on tummy time, but as your pediatrician probably told you, the benefits of tummy time run deep.

Whether your baby hates tummy time or not, tummy time is important for many reasons. Read on for when to start tummy time, why tummy time is important, how to do tummy time safely, and what happens if you don’t do tummy time with your baby.

Tummy time 2 months

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What is Tummy Time?

Tummy time is one of the first exercises for all newborns and infants. Before your baby is mobile, tummy time is a crucial way for them to get the physical activity they need to develop their muscles.

Tummy time is when you position your baby on their stomachs in the prone position for brief periods of their time. Even if your baby doesn’t like tummy time, tummy time is essential for their development, as it helps build the muscles needed for important mi

when should you start tummy time with a preemie

when should you start tummy time with an infant