You’ve seen it all over Instagram. You’ve heard it from your pediatrician. Everyone says: “Get your baby on their belly!”—but what’s the deal with tummy time, really?

Is tummy time actually necessary for your baby’s development?

Short answer: Yes, it’s important—but it’s also not the only thing that matters. Let me explain.

There is a lot of pressure that society and/or a mother places on postpartum moms to “bounce back” after having a baby. This unnecessary pressure can place a lot of stress and self-consciousness on a mama, when a new mom is probably already stressed about everything that comes with the new phase of life that they’re in taking care of a newborn, and potentially other kiddos in the household.

I hear it all the time: “Does my baby have a flat head?” or “I’m so nervous that my baby will get a flat head”. Yes, it’s true: baby’s skulls are a lot more malleable in those first few months of life, making them susceptible to obtaining those feared “flat heads”. Read on to find out how you can prevent this from occurring in your little one!

Creating a “yes” space is one of the best ways to encourage your baby’s development and independence — while keeping them safe and giving you peace of mind. In this post, I walk you through simple, real-life setups for safe baby floor time, from Pack N Plays to gated rooms, so you can say yes to movement and rest easy knowing your baby’s play area is supporting their growth.

Reviewing strollers isn’t my typical gig, but after becoming a mom of two (and now almost 3!), I realized there was one product that completely changed how I get out of the house with my kids. Whether you’re a brand-new mama with one baby, preparing for your second, or a family who spends a lot of time outside, this stroller wagon deserves a full review.