🤱 Tummy Time: Why It’s Important for# Newborns?
Tummy time isn’t just cute playtime — it’s an important step in your baby’s development, starting right from the first month!
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🌱 Why it matters:
✅ Strengthens neck, shoulder & back muscles
✅ Helps prevent flat head syndrome (common if baby lies on the back too long)
✅ Builds motor skills for rolling, crawling & sitting
✅ Encourages better digestion and relieves gas
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🕒 When & how to do tummy time:
• Start as early as the first week (once the cord falls off)
• Place baby on a soft mat or your chest, 2–3 times daily for 2–3 minutes
• Slowly increase duration as baby grows
• Always supervise closely — never leave baby unattended
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🇮🇳 Tips for Moms:
• After bath, place baby tummy-down on your lap for gentle massage
• Use colorful cloth toys to engage baby
• Avoid tummy time right after feeding to prevent spit-up
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⚠️ When to pause:
• If baby seems too tired, fussy, or spits up
• Consult your pediatrician if baby has health conditions that limit movement
