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Side-Lying Play

👶 1–2 months Physical

Place your baby on their side with support to encourage reaching across their body.

In the Little Play app, this activity appears in week 6 of your baby's personalized plan.

Side-Lying Play, a baby activity for 1–2 months

How to play

1
Roll a small towel and place it behind your baby's back for support.
2
Lay them on their side on a soft surface.
3
Place a toy in front of them to encourage reaching.

What you need

• A small towel, a toy

Simple household items. No plastic toys needed.

Why it works

Side-lying play introduces a different position that builds core strength and prepares your baby for rolling.

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