Tummy tickle trick – supporting your baby to bring their hands together

What to do 

1. When your baby is playing comfortably on their back, or during a nappy change, move close to them and slowly reach down to tickle their tummy, wiggling your fingers within their eyeline to bring their attention to your hand.  
2. As you move towards them, tell them what you will do: “I’m coming to tickle you! Slooooowwwlllllyyyyy we go... can you catch me?”  
3. Let your fingers tickle past their hands to encourage your baby to bring their own hands up to catch your fingers.  
4. Repeating these movements will help them prepare for reaching out to make contact with your hand.