Skill· 4mo–6mo· 2 min
Building Strength and Coordination
Parent helps baby practice pulling to sit by grasping a thin bar or similar object. The agent coaches the parent to observe grasp strength, head control, and the effort to sit up — key precursors to independent sitting.
Free to do together whenever you like.
What you'll need
Baby lying on back on a firm surface. Have a thin, sturdy bar-like object (wooden spoon, set of markers, thin dowel) within reach. Baby should be alert and calm.
How it works
The 3-step guide, with what to look for at each step, is for signed-in parents.
What this develops
Visual example
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