Build short play opportunities and keep sleep on the back. Read the points below, then use each linked situation to practise a decision.

Keep tummy time awake and supervised

Tummy time is a play activity while a baby is awake and an adult is alert. It is not a sleep position.

THE POINT TO REMEMBER

Tummy play and safe sleep are different situations.

Sources: NHS Best Start in Life · Baby moves ↗NIH / NICHD Safe to Sleep · Ways to Reduce Baby’s Risk ↗

Build up short opportunities

Begin with brief opportunities and increase gradually. Talk or sing to your baby and notice when they need a pause.

THE POINT TO REMEMBER

Small, repeated opportunities can help a baby become comfortable.

Sources: NHS Best Start in Life · Baby moves ↗

Create room for safe exploration

Offer a safe floor space and suitable toys within reach. Ask a health visitor about movement concerns.

THE POINT TO REMEMBER

Play should be safe and adapted to the baby.

Sources: NHS Best Start in Life · Baby moves ↗

Read it. Try it. Come back to why.

Original reflection: choose one everyday situation in your family and discuss which small change you could make. Use the linked questions to revisit the explanation.

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