Tummy time made fun at StarBubs

Tummy time is a crucial activity for babies to help develop their strength and motor skills. By placing our babies on their stomachs for short periods throughout the day, they strengthen muscles, learning to lift their heads and eventually crawl.

But did you know? Tummy time also aids in the development of the visual system, as babies learn to focus on and track objects while in this position.

Babies should engage in tummy time for a few minutes several times a day, gradually increasing the duration as they become more comfortable and develop greater strength.

Lots of parents express to us in our classes that their babies don't enjoy tummy time and can get a little fussy. This is because it takes a lot of core strength to be able to lift up their heads during tummy time and they can get tired easily which is why short bursts of tummy time at regular intervals during the day is better.

During our StarGazer class, there is always opportunity for tummy time and we use the art of distraction!

With our sensory experiences, musical instruments and extensive props, your baby won't even realise they're on their tummies through the fascination of what's in front of them!

Look at this beautiful little Bub being distracted during tummy time with his 5 little ducks!