Understanding Proprioception: The Body Awareness Sense
Let’s look at our proprioception (body awareness) sense. It tells us where our body parts are without looking at them. This sense help with coordination and how much force to use when holding, pushing, pulling, or lifting objects.
When do we use proprioception?
Brushing hair
Playing a sport
Holding an egg
Writing or drawing
Touching face and hands to feet
How can you help develop baby’s proprioceptive sense?
Swaddle baby in early months
Give baby massages
Do Tummy Time
Play games that encourage baby to reach for objects
