Skill· 7mo–9mo· 2 min
Gas Relief Leg Bicycles
Parent gently moves baby's legs in a bicycling motion to help relieve gas discomfort while maintaining warm social connection. The agent coaches the parent to observe baby's recognition responses, calming to familiar voice, positive reactions to loving touch, and social smiling during this comforting physical routine.
Free to do together whenever you like.
What you'll need
Baby lying on back on soft surface (mat, blanket, or changing table). Room should be calm and comfortable. No materials needed. Wait at least 30 minutes after feeding.
How it works
The 3-step guide, with what to look for at each step, is for signed-in parents.
What this develops
- MilestoneRecognizes familiar caregiverHeart· 0mo–10mo· core· Step 1
- MilestoneResponds emotionally to othersHeart· 1mo–13mo· core· Steps 3, 4
- MilestoneResponds to a speaking personHeart· 0mo–14mo· core· Step 2
- MilestoneEnjoys the company of others and seeks contact with others from birth.Heart· 0mo–11mo· stretch· Steps 1, 2, 3, 4
- MilestoneRecognizes familiar peopleHeart· 4mo–7mo· stretch· Steps 1, 2
- MilestoneResponds differently to family and strangersHeart· 6mo–14mo· stretch
- MilestoneImitates facial movementsMind· 4mo–8mo· core· Steps 3, 4
- MilestoneResponds to own nameMind· 6mo–10mo· stretch
- MilestonePoints and gazes to share attentionHeart· 8mo–2y· stretch
Visual example
Coming soon