Skill· 7mo–9mo· 2 min
Balloon Gymnastics
Parent ties balloons to baby's hands while baby lies on back, then helps baby roll to tummy position. The agent coaches the parent to observe baby's side-to-side rocking movements, rolling transitions, and upper body strength development — encouraging core muscle engagement and motor coordination through playful visual stimulation.
Free to do together whenever you like.
What you'll need
Baby lying on back on soft surface. Two balloons tied securely but loosely to baby's wrists with string/ribbon. Room should have enough space for baby to move arms freely. Parent positioned nearby to assist with rolling.
How it works
The 3-step guide, with what to look for at each step, is for signed-in parents.
What this develops
- MilestoneRolls over independentlyBody· 5mo–10mo· core
- MilestoneProne head and chest liftBody· 3mo–15mo· stretch· Step 2
- MilestoneHas a strong exploratory impulse.Mind· 8mo–20mo· stretch· Step 1
- MilestoneExperiments with object actionsMind· 8mo–20mo· stretch· Step 3
- MilestoneClaps handsBody· 9mo–17mo· stretch· Step 1
Visual example
Coming soon