When your baby has reflux, modify tummy time by waiting 20-30 minutes after feeding, starting with inclined positions, and keeping sessions shorter initially. Use left side-lying as a rest position when baby gets fussy, and don't let fear of spit-up prevent this important developmental activity.

Simple sensory play using touch, sight, and sound helps support their brain development and prepares them for future milestones, even 5-10 minutes a day makes a difference.

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Did you know language development and motor development are intricately intertwined? Combining tummy time with verbal encouragement boosts your baby's physical and language development.

A “yes” space is an area where your baby can freely move without the need for an adult to intervene for safety. Learn how to create a play environment that your baby can safely and freely explore.

Are baby jumpers worth buying for your baby's development? As a pediatric physical therapist, I don't recommend them. They don't strengthen legs or help with walking.

No, baby walkers don't help babies walk sooner. Research shows they actually delay walking development because they change your baby's natural movement patterns and reduce time spent in developmental positions like floor play and crawling that build real walking skills.

Learn the significance of toy placement in encouraging rolling from tummy to back.

Learn how to identify when your baby needs a break from tummy time, so you can make it a positive and enjoyable experience.

Learn about the grasp reflex and a simple, effective technique for encouraging the release of your baby’s grasp.

Explore the fascinating connection between motor skills and language development in infants.

Yes, letting your baby wear just a diaper during supervised playtime is excellent for motor development. Clothing restricts movement, reduces sensory feedback, and can interfere with balance and coordination.

In the beginning, consistency with tummy time is more important than duration.

Explore the benefits of observation, trial and error, learning, and independence as you create a nurturing environment through deliberate interactions.

An illustrated guide to the progression of your baby's tummy time skills during the first six months of life.

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Make tummy time easier for your baby with this simple towel roll technique that helps them lift their head by reducing the weight they have to work against gravity.

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Once babies begin rolling (around 4-6 months), it's time to remove the overhead toys and create larger spaces for exploration and movement practice.