Promoting Baby's Gross Motor Skills
Gross motor skills involve the large muscles of the body and are essential for physical development. Here are some activities to promote your baby's gross motor skills.
1. Tummy Time
From birth, encourage tummy time to help strengthen neck and shoulder muscles and prepare for crawling.
2. Reaching and Grasping
Provide opportunities for your baby to reach for and grasp toys, improving their arm strength and coordination.
3. Rolling
Encourage your baby to roll from their back to their tummy and vice versa, building core strength and balance.
4. Sitting
Support your baby as they learn to sit independently, developing trunk strength and stability.
5. Crawling
Create a safe space for your baby to practice crawling, enhancing their strength, coordination, and exploration skills.
6. Standing and Walking
Offer support as your baby learns to stand and walk, promoting leg strength and balance.
By engaging your baby in these activities, you can help them develop the gross motor skills they need for a strong foundation in physical development.
