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Towel Sled Ride

👶 5–8 months Physical

Place your baby on their tummy on a towel and gently pull them across a smooth floor.

In the Little Play app, this activity appears in week 25 of your baby's personalized plan.

Towel Sled Ride, a baby activity for 5–8 months

How to play

1
Lay your baby on their tummy on a soft towel over a smooth floor.
2
Gently pull the towel around the room at a slow, steady pace.
3
Watch them lift their head and engage their core to stay stable.

What you need

• A large towel, smooth floor surface

Simple household items. No plastic toys needed.

Why it works

The gentle movement forces your baby to engage their neck and back muscles to stabilize, building strength in a fun way.

Good to know

Move slowly and gently, your baby should be comfortable holding their head up during tummy time before trying this. Stop if they seem unsettled.

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