Tummy Time Abilities at 6 Months
Parents know Tummy Time helps baby build muscles and skills to meet their future motor milestones.
But how do you know baby is making progress during Tummy Time at 6 months?
Use these abilities to ensure baby is continuing to develop though Tummy Time.
Tummy Time abilities at 6 months and older:
Tummy Time becomes more directed by baby
Reaches and grabs toys of different sizes while on tummy
Can pivot in a circle while on stomach
Rolls from back to tummy and tummy to back
Begins to prefer being on their stomach. Being on their tummy allows them to play, move, and explore more easily.
A few infant Tummy Time tips:
Baby should be continuing to spend longer amounts of time on their tummy and eventually, they may even prefer their tummy to their back.
Encourage baby to practice rolling and moving while on their tummy. Use toys to keep them motivated!
Don’t get discouraged. Every bit of Tummy Time makes a difference.
Want to see Tummy Time abilities by month? Check out these videos!
