Overhead Reach
Hold a toy above your baby's chest to encourage upward reaching.
In the Little Play app, this activity appears in week 9 of your baby's personalized plan.
How to play
1
Hold a toy about 12 inches above your baby while they lie on their back.
2
Slowly lower it toward them, then raise it again.
3
Celebrate any attempt to reach or swipe upward.
What you need
• A colorful toy
Simple household items. No plastic toys needed.
Why it works
Reaching overhead strengthens arm muscles and builds eye-hand coordination.
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