Blanket Tug-of-War
Gently play tug with a small blanket, baby pulls one end while you hold the other.
In the Little Play app, this activity appears in week 11 of your baby's personalized plan.
How to play
1
Offer one end of a small, soft blanket to baby while you hold the other end.
2
Let them grip it and give a very gentle tug, just enough for them to feel resistance.
3
When baby pulls back, act surprised: "You're so strong! You're pulling it!"
4
Let baby "win" sometimes by releasing your end, the victory builds confidence!
What you need
• A small, soft blanket or cloth
Simple household items. No plastic toys needed.
Why it works
Tugging builds upper body strength, grip, and bilateral coordination. The social back-and-forth teaches turn-taking and creates joyful shared moments.
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