01/06/2026
If you’re lying on the floor thinking, “We’ve done back play… again,” you’re not alone 🙃
Been there. As a mom and a pediatric PT, I promise, it doesn’t have to feel this repetitive.
Babies spend so much of their day on their backs already (sleep, car seats, swings). Playtime is your chance to mix it up, without needing fancy toys or a full routine.
✨One of my favorite low-effort, high-impact swaps? Sidelying.
It gives your baby a new view of the world, helps them find their hands, gently works their core and neck, and takes pressure off the back of their head. And honestly? It often feels way more doable than tummy time in those early days.
Quick setup (you can do start today):
✔ Baby on their side
✔ Small towel behind their back
✔ Switch sides often
✔ 3–5 minutes at a time
If tummy time feels like a battle right now, sidelying is a powerful place to start. Save this for later & send it to a parent who’s tired of back play too🤍