Description

An interesting object is placed just to your baby's side, a little out of reach, to invite them to turn and roll toward it on their own, with no physical prompting from you. A first roll the baby discovers for themselves.

What to prep

• object
• flat_surface

Play guide

1. 1Lay your baby on their back on a firm, flat surface in a calm, alert moment, with clear space to their sides.
2. 2Place one interesting object just off to one side, at the edge of their reach, so turning toward it is tempting but takes effort.
3. 3Sit nearby and encourage with your face and voice. Let them turn their head, reach across, and work toward a roll in their own time.
4. 4Do not turn them over or push their hip; the value is in them discovering the movement themselves.
5. 5If they roll or nearly roll, respond warmly and let them keep exploring; if they lose interest, that is fine.
6. 6Try the other side another time, and always stay with your baby.