Simple Tummy Time Hack for Newborns: A Pediatric OT's Genius Idea

Tummy Time Hack for Newborns: A Pediatric OT's Simple Solution New parents often struggle to get their newborns to engage in sufficient tummy time, crucial for development. A pediatric occupational therapist and mother, Shannon (@mamaot_shannon), offers a simple solution: using a mirror and a Boppy pillow. In a recent short video, Shannon demonstrates how she places her baby on the Boppy pillow in front of a mirror. "We want short bits of quality tummy time multiple times throughout the day!" she explains. This allows the baby to engage with their reflection, extending tummy time while she completes other tasks. The approach has shown significant improvement in her baby's strength and tolerance for tummy time, she reports. While emphasizing safety, Shannon's hack offers a practical and accessible solution to a common parental challenge. The video has already garnered significant online attention, proving its value to new parents.