Why Your Baby May Not Like Tummy Time

If tummy time = tears in your house… you’re not doing anything wrong.

The truth? Many babies resist tummy time because it just doesn’t feel good in their body yet. And that’s something we can help with.

Tummy time isn’t just a neck workout - it’s a full-body experience, and a big demand on your baby’s nervous system.

Some of the most common reasons we find include:

💛Weak neck/shoulder strength
💛 Tightness or restrictions in the upper back or neck
💛 History of forceps, suction or other birth interventions
💛 A nervous system that’s feeling overwhelmed

As a paediatric-trained chiropractic team, we see tummy time issues all the time! We use gentle, nervous system-based care to help your baby feel more relaxed and regulated — so their development can unfold with more ease.