When the Back to Sleep campaign kicked off in 1994, there was a noted decrease in SIDS. However, the number of babies with developmental delays rose. Interestingly enough, the cases of torticollis and flat-head syndrome (aka plagiocephaly) dramatically increased as well. Coincidence? I think NOT!
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“It’s so important that your baby does tummy time.”
Yes, it absolutely is. But, is there another option??
As we’ve discussed in our previous TT post, Tummy Time is one of the hardest, but most beneficial activities for your newborn to do. But why the fuss? The answer: The Safe-to-Sleep Campaign.
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Rolling over is the first major motor milestone that your baby will conquer. If they need a bit of help, try these activities with them.
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Newborns lead a pretty cushy life once they arrive home. But it’s not too long before your pediatrician tasks them with homework, their first important developmental skill: rolling.
Here’s the quick facts to know.
What is Rolling Over?
Rolling over is the developmental skill of flipping the entire body from one position (back or belly) to the other. It is the first major motor milestone and as parents, we are ecstatic when they do it for the first time.
However, before you can confidently say “My baby can roll”, your newborn should be able to:
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Tummy Time for babies is a basic building block to prone extension for children and adults.
What is that? Prone extension (aka the Superman) is when you lay on your stomach and lift your arms and legs straight off the ground.
This position helps with balance, attention, and coordination. It’s also a good indicator if your child has postural control issues.
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