Regretfully, we don't give our little guy enough "tummy time." Oddly, it's kind of a hot topic with new parents too. "So, how does he do with tummy time? How often? What does he do?" are commonly asked questions. Ummm...we don't give him much, maybe once a day for 3-5 minutes. The reason being that we have a 17 month old who gleefully steps or pushes off on his baby brother if he's on the floor, without a clue that it hurts. Ashen can also be kind and likes to put his head right next to his brother's so that they're face to face. Now that's cute. Anyway, I know that tummy time is supposed to strengthen head/neck muscles and give the baby an edge in starting to crawl. Up until this week, Torin would hold his head up 45 degrees, sometimes 90, when placed on his stomach. Last night, however, he took a huge step and pushed himself (see below) so that his chest and head were up. WOWIE! Okay, maybe not a huge deal for folks, but it was one of those moments when you realize that your newborn is no longer quite so new. Okay, he's new--only 10 weeks, but this guy can hold himself up! We're proud parents. Watch out, next thing we know he's going to be crawling!
4 comments:
Hooray! Such a beautiful boy!!
-H
I just love being able to keep up with you and your boys, all three of them, via your blog. Good job! Torin is a hunk! and a chunk! He looks so much older in that lifted-chest-and-head shot. Time flies. love to all, Dede
Hi Sarah and Mark,
This is Whitney Gregory, wife of Nathan and one-time roomie of Patricia. Remember me? I am now a pediatric physical therapist working with children from birth to age three, and I get lots of referrals for kids who did not have enough tummy time. I would be happy to talk with you guys about all of the benefits of tummy time and give you strategies to keep Torin happier on his tummy for longer (barring attacks from Ashen). My email is awhitneygregory@gmail.com if you ever have any movement-related questions or concerns. Bye the way, your boys are beautiful. WHat a joy to be in your house! Whitney
Remember... Being on your chest is part of tummy time.
Torin is PERFECT! xo Mom
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