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My 3m.old hates tummy time, i've tried everything! he just lays flat and starts crying, he is suppose to be lifting himself up already, should i worry?

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

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Tummy time: Give him a weeksrest and then slowly try introducing it again. This time you might lie on the floor with him and let him lie on your tummy or put him on the bed and you sit by the side so he can see you. Goodluck.

Answered 6/12/2013

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A member asked:

My 3m.old hates tummy time, i've tried everything! he just lays flat and starts crying, he is suppose to be lifting himself up already, should i worry?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Oscar Novick answered

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