Now that she has better neck and head control, she is likely to want to be in a more upright position for some or much of the day. You may notice this as your baby gets bored or fussy when trying to place her in a position where she is just lying down, like in a car seat, glider, or crib. Instead of lying down all of the time, your baby is going to want to start sitting up more often.
At this point, many parents begin to use a swing or bouncer to keep their baby entertained. While kids enjoy these baby products, since they still put pressure on your child's head, they can still put your baby at risk for developing a flat head.
Other baby products that your baby may enjoy at this age, and which can help keep your baby in an upright position and off her head, include a:
- Bumbo Baby Seat
- Maya Wrap Sling
- BABYBJÖRN Baby Carrier
Bumbo Baby Seat Safety
Unlike a wrap sling or baby carrier, the Bumbo Baby Seat doesn't include anything to help support your baby's head. That makes it important to continue to support your baby's head while she is in the Bumbo Baby Seat or wait until she has good enough head control to sit in the seat without help.Parents should also be mindful of the Bumbo warning label and never leave their child unattended or place their baby in a Bumbo on a raised surface, such as a table, desk, or countertop. And remember that the Bumbo is "designed for floor level use only."
