Tummy Time POV: Building Early Movement & Milestones

Jul 8

A baby playmat on a living room floor for working on tummy time and motor control.

By Jessica Jordan, MS. OTR/L

Celebrating Early Milestones and Joyful Moments

Tummy time might seem simple, but it’s one of the earliest ways we support babies in building strength, awareness, and connection through movement. In a recent session, I was reminded just how powerful these early moments can be.

By the end of our 10-minute “baby bootcamp,” this little girl was rolling from prone to supine; it truly was so fulfilling and exciting to see the pure joy on the new parents' faces with this early milestone development!

These are the moments I live for—the joy and excitement families feel when they see their child thrive. Even if “milestones” aren’t hit as “expected,” it’s those moments where a parent and child share connection, movement, and play that matter most. 🥰

Why Tummy Time Matters for Sensorimotor Development

Tummy time supports so many foundational areas of development—including visual motor skills, sensory integration, and neck/back extensor strength. It’s a small practice that carries big developmental benefits over time.

Who knows where these black and white cards are from? We use them to promote visual attention and early sensory engagement—and they’re one of my all-time favorite brands! 👇🏼 Comment below if you know!

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