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Belly Drumming

👶 0–2 months Sensory

Gently tap a rhythm on your baby's tummy like a drum.

In the Little Play app, this activity appears in week 5 of your baby's personalized plan.

Belly Drumming, a baby activity for 0–2 months

How to play

1
With your baby on their back, use your fingertips to tap gently on their tummy.
2
Try different rhythms, slow then fast.
3
Sing a song to match the rhythm you tap.

What you need

• Nothing at all. Just the two of you.

Why it works

Rhythmic touch introduces your baby to patterns and tempo while providing pleasant tactile input.

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