Sole Stroking
Gently stroke the sole of your baby's foot from heel to toe.
In the Little Play app, this activity appears in week 1 of your baby's personalized plan.
How to play
1
Hold your baby's foot gently in one hand.
2
Use your thumb to stroke from their heel up to their toes.
3
Watch as their toes fan out and curl; this is the Babinski reflex.
What you need
• Nothing at all. Just the two of you.
Why it works
The Babinski reflex is a normal newborn response that shows healthy neurological development. Gentle foot touch also builds body awareness.
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