{"id":5515,"date":"2021-02-24T11:00:00","date_gmt":"2021-02-24T11:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/?p=5515"},"modified":"2026-03-10T14:12:49","modified_gmt":"2026-03-10T14:12:49","slug":"your-guide-to-tummy-time","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/baby-development\/your-guide-to-tummy-time\/","title":{"rendered":"Your Guide to Tummy Time"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n<p>Every new mum has heard of tummy time. However, you may still be wondering what is tummy time? It\u2019s a fantastic way to help your tot strengthen their tiny little muscles for sitting, rolling and crawling. Plus, getting your sweetheart to lie on their tum gives them a new view on the world. Tummy time is also beneficial for mummies and daddies. It\u2019s the perfect chance for lots of snuggles and bonding time with your little one.\u00a0We\u2019re here to help you learn the importance of tummy time, what age to start tummy time \u2014and more importantly, how to make it super fun!<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2>What is tummy time?<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Tummy time will be one of your baby\u2019s first exercises\u2014and the most crucial! It\u2019s the time throughout the day, where your tot will spend awake and on their stomach. Your baby\u2019s visual, motor, and sensory development relies a lot on this exercise. Don\u2019t forget though, they must always be alert, awake and supervised!<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Tummy-time-1.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" class=\"wp-image-5517\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Tummy-time-1-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"Baby on tummy looking at a teddy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Tummy-time-1-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Tummy-time-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Tummy-time-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Tummy-time-1-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Tummy-time-1-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2>What are the benefits of tummy time?<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>Supports physical development<\/li>\r\n<li>Helps your baby hit milestones like crawling<\/li>\r\n<li>Helps your baby to learn to roll over<\/li>\r\n<li>Encourages brain development<\/li>\r\n<li>Helps to prevent flat head syndrome<\/li>\r\n<li>Great opportunity for parent-baby bonding<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2>What age to start tummy time?<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Try out tummy time with your little one, from any time after they\u2019re born! However, you\u2019ll need to be cautious. Only engage in tummy time when you\u2019re both wide awake. Start off by giving your baby very brief spells of tummy time. We recommend anything from three to five minutes, three times a day.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>If they\u2019re loving tummy time, the next step is to try and build upon it by a minute, every couple of days. Sometimes, it\u2019s possible your angel may not be too keen on tummy time. Don\u2019t worry though, there\u2019s ways to get around this. Maybe try holding them upright and giving them a cuddle instead.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Children who don\u2019t like doing tummy time may take a little longer to start walking. However, they will still take a regular amount of time to do it. So, don\u2019t panic! They will still hit those all-important milestones!<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Tummy-time-2.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"681\" class=\"wp-image-5518\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Tummy-time-2-1024x681.jpg\" alt=\"Baby on a play mat\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Tummy-time-2-1024x681.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Tummy-time-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Tummy-time-2-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Tummy-time-2-1536x1022.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Tummy-time-2-2048x1363.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2>The best activities and toys to promote tummy time<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>Join your tot on the floor,face-to-face or side-by-side. Just place a tummy time mat beneath them for extra comfort. Our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kiddies-kingdom.com\/playgyms-activity-centres\/20772-infantino-vintage-tummy-time-mat-girl.html#q=&amp;page=0&amp;refinements=%5B%5D&amp;numerics_refinements=%7B%7D&amp;index_name=%22all_en%22\">Infantino Vintage Tummy Time Mat<\/a> will do just the job. It comes with fun toys as well to make the experience more enjoyable. Make sure to chat away to your angel to keep them engaged.<\/li>\r\n<li>Pop a shatterproof mirrorin front of your little one. This way, they\u2019ll be able to see their own face which is fascinating for any baby.<\/li>\r\n<li>Entice your babywith toys. Place them around your angel in a circle. This will get your little one\u2019s muscles working. As, they\u2019ll be tempted to reach out for the toys.<\/li>\r\n<li>You may have a baby on your hands that refuses to do tummy time. If that\u2019s the case, prop\u00a0a nursing pillow under their chest and arms.\u00a0This way you can attempt to slowly wean them off these props and get them into tummy time.<\/li>\r\n<li>Pop your sweetheart on your own tummy\u00a0whilst you\u2019re led on your back. Warning \u2013 watch out for dribble! You could also raise your baby above you whilst in this position Don\u2019t forget to do lots of silly noises and shower them with kisses!<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Tummy time will be one of the most exciting developmental phases for you and your tot. Just remember, it\u2019s a process. There isn\u2019t a set rulebook when it comes to tummy time! Not all babies are the same, so it\u2019s not a problem if some take longer to get a hang of tummy time. All you need to do is appreciate these sweet moments and take joy in celebrating each milestone! We hope we\u2019ve set you on the right track, for yours and your sweetheart\u2019s tummy time journey!<\/p>\r\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Every new mum has heard of tummy time. However, you may still be wondering what is tummy time? It\u2019s a fantastic way to help your tot strengthen their tiny little muscles for sitting, rolling and crawling. Plus, getting your sweetheart to lie on their tum gives them a new view on the world. Tummy time is also beneficial for mummies and daddies. 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