19/12/2025
Tummy time isn’t just fun — it’s essential for your baby’s growing spine and overall development!
Why tummy time matters:
🧠 Strengthens neck, shoulder & back muscles – helps your baby lift and turn their head
🦴 Supports spinal development – encourages a healthy curve in the upper back
🤸 Improves coordination & motor skills – lays the foundation for rolling, crawling, and sitting
💪 Supports primitive reflexes – helps the nervous system mature and integrate reflexes like the Moro, ATNR, and Landau
🛏️ Prevents flat spots on the head – by giving your baby a break from lying on their back
⚠️ If your baby seems to struggle with tummy time — avoiding lifting their head, arching their back excessively, or seeming uncomfortable — it may be a sign to get them checked. Early assessment can help ensure their spine and nervous system are developing as they should.
Tummy time helps set your baby up for strong, healthy movement milestones — it’s a simple step with big benefits for their spine and development.