Lamaze Captain Calamari Spin & Explore Gym

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Finally, it is important to note that Tummy Time does not always have to be in the traditional position of your baby using a mat on the floor. This is fab for tummy time my little boy has really got the hang of moving his self around the mat using the raised tummy timer turner, Only downside is that it has no music on it. It was easy to assemble and i like that each section on the mat has different textures/ things to explore as well as being really colourful!

Lamaze Captain Calamari Spin and Explore Baby Gym Activity Lamaze Captain Calamari Spin and Explore Baby Gym Activity

So you can relax safe in the knowledge that, while your little one is rolling around laughing at Captain Calamari, they're also reaching new developmental milestones. Seafaring folk and fans of minimalist Scandi design will love this nautical-inspired play mat from The Little Green Sheep.The middle of the flower consists a cushioned ladybug mat for babies to lie on which on a rotatable spinner which babies can spin around on, this is to support the babies body and help them to develop there upper body strength and lower leg strength which will aid them in learning to crawl later on. The playmat is great for sensory play and tummy time, but the spinning part was not suitable from birth. The age states up to 6 months, but my non-crawling 11 month old adores this still - I would be wary using it if she was crawling, or a big baby, but common sense would apply. These dusty pink and durable foam squares are a great solution to comfortable play on any type of floor. Use a tummy time pillow or a rolled-up blanket under your baby’s armpits if they struggle to lift their head and find that distressing.

Tummy Time - What to Expect - Therapy Stars Physiotherapy Tummy Time - What to Expect - Therapy Stars Physiotherapy

This often helps to settle them if they are unsure of this position and you can also entertain and distract them for short periods so that they tolerate longer Tummy Time. If you haven't yet heard of the term, tummy time is big news in baby circles, as it's an essential workout routine for your growing tot. This colourful patchwork mat from award-winning toy brand Taf Toys comes with a number of interactive sensory elements including a pineapple teether plus a handsized mirror to encourage extra tummy time and help your little one nail their core work. The unit that you lay baby on has a nice comfortable padded cover that spins so that baby can explore the play mat. What’s more, tummy time should always be attempted and encouraged without this tool initially, but can be used as a way to help your baby gain their strength and confidence with tummy time to start with.It does not take up much room (always a plus with a new baby and copious amounts of things) and can easily be taken out and about to friends places. This discovery mat is split into 5 captivatingly colored petals with birds, bumblebees and butterflies, inspiring your little to engage. A tummy time activity toy is a lovely way to make this important development time more fun and interesting for your little one. Your little one can roll around safely on most surfaces and can even try out the giant puzzle as they get older.

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Their motor skills will be developing at a great rate so babies should now be able to start playing the musical notes available in some of the Lamaze toys and will be able to better play with the stacking rings and shape sorters. Okay, so I am a big fan of tummy time and I know that people may find it challenging to do with their kiddos so we as therapists are always on the lookout for new ideas to make it easier on parents. Unusual textures such as crinkles and crackles, an unbreakable mirror and toys that are there to be reached for and grabbed. While I am sure there are other things to be careful of, a great way to get the benefit of both is to use the Spin and Explore and then follow up with the child on their tummy on the floor with a toy they really enjoy. Premature babies tend to require post-birth support to help them cope with the first couple of weeks after birth.All the brand's toys are designed in collaboration with Yale University specialists to support your baby's physical and mental progress. A tummy time cushion isn’t just for relaxing on, it will strengthen a tiny tot’s neck, arm and chest muscles.

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It was good as it meant he could look down to explore the mat, rather than face plant and get frustrated.Tummy time is encouraged, but not all little ones enjoy it - and this adds a bit of variety for them, and keeps them distracted for a bit longer, allowing more tummy time. Therapy Stars offer a Baby Development Check service which is ideal for you if you are finding that your baby is not cooperating with tummy time. As trained physiotherapists, at Therapy Stars, we would always argue that Tummy Time is far better achieved without gadgets or container toys.