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The VTech Tummy Time Discovery Pillow is downright cute and versatile and one your kiddo can grow with. After some of ya'll suggested the crab toy and the piano kicker, she now is doing so much better at tummy time!
Tummy time—when a baby is on their stomach while awake and supervised— helps strengthen a baby’s muscles so they can later crawl, sit up, and eventually walk. The Verywell Family team of editors (who are parents or have nieces and nephews of their own) have tested, gifted, and personally recommend every item we feature. Katrina used the VTech Tummy Time Discovery Pillow with her son, who loved the detachable piano and played with it well beyond his tummy time days. Most were either too difficult for babies to use, didn't provide enough stimulation, or were just plain boring. In addition to the mirror, there are high-contrast toys, like a ball and ladybug, that are fun for tactile exploration and peek-a-boo.
You're a role model for your child so stay active yourself and try to meet the physical activity guidelines for adults. or if you simply don't want to put up with all the fussing and crying and want to make tummy time an enjoyable experience (for everyone).
You can find out more about our use, change your default settings, and withdraw your consent at any time with effect for the future by visiting Cookies Settings, which can also be found in the footer of the site. Crab bright and colorful — but he's also equipped with flashing lights and plays a funky upbeat track that helps to engage further and stimulate your little one's senses. A colorful xylophone with rolling wheels, the Fat Brain Toys Rock 'N Roller Piano makes sounds like ringing bells, so young kids will enjoy playing some tunes.Some crab crawlers, as does any other crawler, may only briefly display their new skill, before skipping on to the next step, which is walking. This tummy time water mat easily inflates to full size and when not in use, the mat deflates and folds away, so it’s perfect for travel or visiting friends or family. Verywell Family uses only high-quality sources, including peer-reviewed studies, to support the facts within our articles.
Once your baby has started crawling, let them crawl around the floor, but make sure it's safe first – see our crawling safety checklist. The baby will then pull himself up, using the legs to support his upper body into an upright position.Parents have no way of knowing which type of crawling method their babies will use on the way to walking, when the time comes. While the pillow itself is surface wash only, the material is soft and cushiony for babies engaging in tummy time.