Healthy Habits for 0-4 Months Old

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Being Active

Tummy time is a great way to play when your baby is awake. Enjoy tummy time every day with your baby.

A smiling baby lies on their tummy and pushes up on both arms during tummy time.

Try tummy time on the floor

  • Place a mat or blanket on the floor
  • Put your baby on her tummy
  • Put a toy in front of her so she looks up
A smiling woman lies on the floor beside a baby on their tummy, who plays with stacked wooden blocks.

Try tummy-to-tummy

  • Lie on your back
  • Put baby on her stomach on top of you
  • Talk to her so she looks up at you
A smiling baby lies tummy-down on an adult's chest, face to face, as the adult rests on a bed holding the baby.

Tummy time helps babies:

  1. Build strong muscles
  2. Get ready to move and play
  3. Bond with family
  4. Explore the world

Just a few minutes every day can make a difference!

A baby in a diaper lies on their tummy, propped up on their forearms, looking ahead with feet raised.

Screen time is NOT active time.

Babies learn the most from interacting and playing with you!

Choose activities you can enjoy with your baby:

  • Free floor time
  • Reading books
  • Moving toys around the house
  • Playing with stuffed animals, balls, wood or soft blocks
A red "no" symbol over a baby using a tablet on a bed, meaning no screen time.