Play time with your baby
Newborn play is wonderfully simple. A few minutes of face-to-face time, something interesting for them to look at, and plenty of chances to move and stretch is really all they need. Tummy time can be short and frequent, and yes, most babies seem to hate it at first.
Explore playmats and gyms, high-contrast toys, tummy-time support, rattles and mobiles — along with practical guidance on making play enjoyable, how much tummy time they need, and what to do when they’re not particularly impressed by any of it.