Image description: A smiling white baby in a pink shirt plays tummy-down on a yoga ball while having their legs supported by their parent in the background. Photo by Elizabeth Ryan
TummyTime!™ Method
TummyTime!™ Method for newborn to precrawling babies is a robust philosophy of movement medicine intended to encourage babies' optimal development. Created by pediatric OT Michelle Emanuel, TummyTime!™ Method can help address: feeding challenges, colic, torticollis (wry-neck), plagiocephaly/brachycephaly (head-flattening), cranial nerve dysfunction, tethered oral tissues (such as tongue or lip tie) and lots more. If it seems like your baby struggles with spending time on their tummy, let's talk!
TummyTime!™ basics
- Begin with baby on their back.
- Talk or sing and engage with baby.
- Gently roll to side, then transition to tummy.
- Lay on floor with baby; make eye contact, sing, engage.
- Enjoy!
- Roll baby out when they are ready.
- Pick baby up and cuddle.
- Repeat!
You can request an appointment by phone/text at (503)558-6160 or by email at email@elizabethryanLMT.com.