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The tummy time crab is an interactive, crawling crab that can help your little one develop essential skills while having fun.

All babies and young children need to be active, including children with a long-term condition or disability, unless their health professionals give you different advice.keep to a daily routine – routine can help if your child is restless or difficult; it can also help you stay calm and cope with the strain The tummy time crab toy also features engaging music and sounds that add to the appeal for your baby. Your baby will be attracted to the tummy time crab’s movements, encouraging them to reach for and follow it. Pulling, pushing, grasping and playing with other people are great ways to practise different kinds of movements. 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. Most babies can begin tummy time the day they get home from the hospital. The US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) recommends two to three short tummy time sessions, approximately 3 to 5 minutes each, daily after birth and increasing up to 15 to 30 minutes every day by about 2 months of age.

This unique toy helps your infant focus and have fun during tummy time, stimulating important motor skill development. Once your child is walking, they should be physically active for at least 180 minutes (3 hours) a day, spread throughout the day. While many babies enjoy tummy time, others dread laying on their bellies. Regardless, tummy time toys can help guide their muscle development and provide additional skills, like fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination. When purchasing tummy time toys, look for items with mirrors, musical sounds, and those with rattles and squeaky objects attached to make tummy time entertaining and exciting. If you’re looking for a toy that will last, some tummy toys can attach to a stroller, while others will keep their attention for years to come, thanks to a wide age recommendation.What can be done? You can do what most new parents do and try to put up with the fussing and crying that occurs during most tummy time sessions. Or even worse, avoid tummy time altogether. The toy’s movement and features, such as waving its claws, can capture your baby’s attention and promote their desire to crawl and follow the toy. We strive to provide you with a high quality community experience. We respect everyone’s right to express their thoughts and opinions as long as they remain respectful of other community members, and meet What to Expect’s Terms of Use. The tummy time crab toy is specifically designed to encourage your baby to be more active during tummy time.

You can take your baby swimming from a very young age – there's no need to wait until they've been vaccinated. Watching TV or using a tablet for long periods – or being strapped into a buggy, car seat or highchair – is not good for young children. Tummy time crab toys are recommended from 3 months and designed to grow with your child, providing engaging and stimulating play options for infants and toddlers alike. If you do use a baby walker, bouncer or seat, it's best to use them for no more than 20 minutes at a time. Physical activity for toddlersThe moving crab for tummy time, along with its bright colors, might be too much for some children, causing them to become agitated or distressed. The tummy time crab toy comes to life by scurrying across the floor, changing direction when it encounters obstacles but before hitting them (most of the time). baby walkers or bouncers – these encourage babies to stand on their tiptoes and can delay walking if your baby uses them a lot Little and often is best to begin with. Gradually increase the amount of time you do this day by day. Then, when your baby is ready, try doing tummy time on the floor. If your baby has difficulty lifting their head, you can roll up a towel and put it under their armpits. Put some toys nearby for them to reach out to.

Maya Polton is a former marketing manager and current freelance writer who covers food, home, and parenting. She’s also the mom of an 11-year-old son, 8-year-old son, and 4-year old daughter. Tummy time already seems like ages ago, but Maya does remember it well. In her opinion, the best toys are ones that don’t take up too much room or can be used in a few modes for a long(ish) period of time. Your gift will be a meaningful addition to the baby’s playtime and become a memorable favorite in their collection of toys. You're a role model for your child so stay active yourself and try to meet the physical activity guidelines for adults. It's no secret that tummy time is important for babies. But if you're like most new parents, you may be hesitant to give your baby too much tummy time. After all, who wants to listen to their child cry and fuss for hours on end?set small goals – help your child to sit still and concentrate for a very short time, perhaps on a book or new toy, then gradually build it up With its cute crab shape and vibrant colors, it easily grabs your baby’s attention and entices them to crawl and follow.