Beach-Ball Tummy Time

Activity

Blow up a beach ball so it’s almost full, with a soft spot. Hold baby carefully on top of beach ball, tummy down. Roll them back and forth, side to side.

Helps baby develop core strength and balance.

Related Milestones

Moves in and out of various positions to explore environment and get desired toys

10–12 Months

Maintains balance in sitting when throwing objects

10–12 Months

Explores toys with fingers and mouth

10–12 Months

Related Abilities

Enjoys various types of movement, such as being gently swung in the air by parents (10-12 months)

Keeps head forward when being pulled to sitting from lying on back (10-12 months)

Is able to sit unsupported and turn head to look at objects without losing balance

Popular Resources

Areas of Development

Baby Milestones App

Activities for Baby

Tummy Timer

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