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Sitting Without Support

👶 7–9 months Physical

Let your baby practice sitting independently for short periods.

In the Little Play app, this activity appears in week 33 of your baby's personalized plan.

Sitting Without Support, a baby activity for 7–9 months

How to play

1
Place your baby in a sitting position on a soft surface.
2
Remove support gradually and let them balance.
3
Have pillows around them and stay within arm's reach.

What you need

• Soft surface and pillows

Simple household items. No plastic toys needed.

Why it works

Sitting without support may be developing around this time. Practice in a safe environment builds confidence and core strength.

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