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Baby TummyTime & Activity Gym

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The Baby Tummy Time & Activity Gym is a soft, comfortable play space designed to support babies' early development through tummy time, sensory exploration, and interactive play. Featuring hanging sensory toys, soft textures, and a cushioned play mat, it encourages babies to reach, grasp, kick, roll, and explore while building important developmental skills.
As babies grow, the mat can continue to be used for independent play, sensory activities, reading time, and small world play.

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What do you do:

  • Place the mat on a safe, flat surface.

  • Position your baby on their back to observe and reach for the hanging toys.

  • Encourage tummy time by placing baby on their tummy beneath the activity arch.

  • Talk, sing, and interact during play.

  • Allow babies to explore the textures, colours, and movement of the toys.

What's Needed:

  • Baby Tummy Time & Activity Gym

  • Hanging sensory toys

  • Comfortable floor space

  • Optional loose parts, sensory toys, or books

How to Adapt

  • Newborns: Lie on their back and observe the hanging toys.

  • 3–6 Months: Encourage reaching, kicking, grasping, and tummy time.

  • 6–12 Months: Use the mat for sitting, exploring toys, and sensory play.

  • Toddlers: Use as a cosy reading nook or quiet play space.

  • Sensory Play: Add scarves, mirrors, textured toys, or sensory balls.

  • Literacy: Read books together on the mat.

Benefits of the Activity

  • Encourages tummy time development.

  • Strengthens neck, back, shoulder, and core muscles.

  • Supports reaching, grasping, and coordination skills.

  • Promotes sensory exploration and visual tracking.

  • Develops hand-eye coordination.

  • Encourages movement and body awareness.

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