Tummy time builds critical neck, shoulder, and core strength - but research suggests it may also support better sleep. Here's what the science tells us 👇 Research shows that more physically active babies tend to sleep longer at night. Tummy time is your baby's first form of exercise, building the foundation for healthy movement patterns as they grow. Tummy time may tire babies out in a healthy way, similar to how exercise helps adults sleep better. The effort required to lift their head, push u

Tummy time!!⁣⁠ ⁣⁠ Giving your newborn tummy time is SO important for their skull and motor development! ⁣⁠ ⁣⁠ Think of it as baby’s first workout 🤣 They strengthen the muscles that will eventually help them hold up their head, crawl, sit up, and more 🐣⁣⁠ ⁣⁠ Ever since the safe to sleep campaign (which is AWESOME for reducing SIDS), pediatricians are seeing an increase in flat spots on babies’ skulls and delayed motor developments. This is because little ones are spending so much time on their

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