Buy the Best Tummy Time Books, Mats and Toys for Newborn Babies

Everything You Need to Know Before You Buy

What toys should I use during tummy time?

Soft play mats, high-contrast books, mirrors, and textured toys like cot spiral and crinkle toys keep your baby engaged while strengthening tiny muscles.

When is the right age to start tummy time?

You can start from day one! Short, gentle tummy sessions from newborn to 3 months help build the neck and shoulder strength needed for rolling and crawling.

Do I really need a tummy time mat?

A tummy time mat creates a safe, cushioned space for your little one to explore — it’s perfect for encouraging play while protecting their delicate skin.

What happens if I skip tummy time?

Without tummy time, babies might take longer to roll over, sit up, or crawl because their upper body muscles won’t develop as quickly.

Are there any side effects to tummy time?

Doing tummy time right after feeding can cause discomfort or even spit-up, so give it at least 30 minutes after meals to keep your baby happy.

When can I stop tummy time?

Once your baby can roll both ways and push up on their hands — usually around 6 months — they’ll naturally get plenty of tummy play while exploring.

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About LiLLBUD’s Tummy Time Toys

At LiLLBUD, we’ve put this tummy time collection together with a real understanding of just how important — and honestly a bit nerve-wracking — those first few months can be for parents.

Each toy and playmat here is thoughtfully chosen for its safe materials, soft but supportive build, and the way it keeps newborns gently engaged during those early little moments on their belly. We know it’s common to wonder, “what toys should I use during tummy time?” or even, “do I really need a tummy time mat?” This range is here to make those choices easier, offering trusted, age-appropriate picks you can feel good about.

With LiLLBUD, you’re choosing pieces that strike the right balance — playful encouragement paired with the kind of quality and care that builds long-lasting trust.

How it helps your Baby grow

These mats and toys are more than adorable decorations for the nursery.They construct the foundational muscle strength, stabilizing your baby's neck, shoulders, and core — all of which prepare the way for rolling, crawling, and eventually sitting up on their own.

Tummy time is transformed into a sensory playground with high contrast toys and softly textured playmats, encouraging newborn hands to begin reaching and eyes to track shapes. By keeping these short daily sessions positive and cozy, you’re not only nurturing fine and gross motor skills but also building emotional security through sweet, playful bonding.

It’s a gentle, guided way to support your baby’s growth — without ever pushing them faster than their natural pace.

Explore more from LiLLBUD

As your baby’s journey continues, you’ll find so many thoughtful options waiting. Discover our Gifts for Newborn, sweet Baby Shower Gift ideas, and Montessori Kits all designed to grow alongside your little one.

You can also explore collections full of Newborn Toys, plus playful Rattle and Crinkle Toys that delight while building sensory and motor milestones.

Go ahead — find more playful picks and let LiLLBUD be there through every giggle, gentle push-up, and wobbly first reach. These are the moments that make growing up so wonderfully worth watching.