Development Milestones Birth to 5 years old.
Tummy Time!
Tummy time does a lot more than people realize. It's one of those small daily habits that quietly supports major developmental milestones. Here are several great benefits of tummy time:
Key Benefits of Tummy Time:
Builds neck and shoulder strength with babies learning to lift and turn their heads, which strengths the muscles needed for sitting, crawling, and eventually walking.
Helps prevent flat spots on the head
Support motor skill development with reaching, pushing up, and kicking while on their tummy to develop coordination and overall body control.
Encourages sensory exploration that gives babies a different view of the world and helps them learn how their bodies move in space.
Promotes core strength to build abdominal and back muscles that support postures.
Boosts early brain development with movement, visual tracking, and problem-solving during tummy time all stimulate neural connections.
You’re invited to Winter Reflections: Strength in Every Season Parent Café Series! This event is for PA families receiving Early Intervention or Home Visiting supports. Connect with other parents and caregivers and share your journey. Please see the flyer for details and registration.
