09/29/2026
πΆπ TINY TOTS TUESDAY: TUMMY TIME & CRAWLING! π¦
Did you know that some of your baby's biggest developmental milestones begin with something as simple as tummy time?
Those little wiggles, head lifts and first attempts to crawl are doing BIG things for your baby's growing body and brain!
πͺ Why is tummy time so important?
Tummy time helps your little one:
Strengthen their neck, back and core muscles.
Develop head control and prepare for rolling and crawling.
Build coordination and explore their surroundings.
Develop the strength needed for future milestones.
π And let's not forget about CRAWLING!
Crawling is more than just getting from point A to point B! It encourages coordination between both sides of the body, strengthens muscles and helps develop balance, spatial awareness and hand-eye coordination.
π What if your baby isn't a fan of tummy time?
Start small! Try just 2β3 minutes at a time, get down on the floor with your baby, make silly faces or use a favorite toy to keep them engaged. Gradually increase the time as they get stronger.
π¦ A TIP FROM DR. DENAIS and DR. LEE:
Every baby develops at their own pace, but if your little one consistently favors turning their head to one side, seems uncomfortable during tummy time or has difficulty with movement, an age-appropriate evaluation can help identify potential concerns.
At Serenity Health Chiropractic, we love supporting little ones and helping parents understand their baby's growth and development!
π PARENTS, TELL US! Was your baby a tummy-time superstar β or did they act like you were asking them to run a marathon? π
π Serenity Health Chiropractic | Shalimar, FL π 850-613-4125 π www.serenityhealthchiropractic.com