The first time you hold your newborn, their tiny limbs feel fragile—like they’re made of something more delicate than bone. Yet, within weeks, pediatricians will urge you to place them on their stomachs, a practice that feels counterintuitive to every instinct screaming *”protect.”* This is the moment parents confront the question: *When to start tummy … Read more
The moment you bring your newborn home, the clock starts ticking—not just for feedings and diaper changes, but for the critical window of motor skill development. One of the first questions parents ask (often with a mix of excitement and trepidation) is *when to start tummy time for newborns*. The answer isn’t as simple as … Read more
The first time a parent holds their newborn, the instinct to protect that fragile, curled-up bundle is overwhelming. But somewhere between the swaddles and the midnight feedings lies a critical question: when do you start tummy time? The answer isn’t as simple as “right after birth” or “wait until they’re stronger.” It’s a balance of … Read more
