@BOUT Tummy Time Method Together
I have completed a certified training to become a Certified Instructor in Tummy Time Method.
As an IBCLC since 2006, and having started my support for breastfeeding over 25 years ago, I have already acquired over 15 years of expertise in the oral and facial structures of babies, including: restrictive ties (but not only). This also includes the anatomy and physiology of the infant, more specifically the part "above the shoulders", and global neuromotor development for example.
Whether the blockages felt are due to a restrictive oral tie, or blockages at the level of muscles, ligaments etc., I like to set up, with the parents, a set of massages and exercises to help, in collaboration with chiropractors or other practitioners.
As an IBCLC since 2006 and Certified Instructor in Tummy Time Method, I combine over 25 years of experience
in breastfeeding support with deep expertise in babies' oral and facial structures. My approach, in collaboration with parents, includes personalized massages and exercises to overcome challenges such as restrictive oral ties or muscle blockages. I have the same approach for Tummy Time, for general benefit or a “recover” from a particular problem.
@BOUT Tummy Time Method Together
I see families well, who are often overwhelmed, heartbroken and often also in their bodies
And, not only is each massage or exercise discussed with the family: "do you think you can do this?" I am keen to transform these moments not into "treatments that take time and energy and eat up even more", but to integrate them into already existing interactions. It's not "in addition". There is a selection by myself of what will be really important to put in place, we discuss together, and I will give advice, "tips" so that no one feels more exhausted, more overwhelmed. The same goes for Tummy Time!
I understand the challenges facing families, often overwhelmed and exhausted.
Each massage or exercise is carefully discussed and integrated into existing family interactions. My goal is to facilitate these moments, to make them fluid and natural, rather than adding them as additional tasks. For Tummy Time, we work together to select the essential exercises and I give practical advice so that no one feels exhausted or overwhelmed. A Tummy Time Method Together, it's the fluid integration of beneficial practices into your family's daily life.
@BOUT restrictive oral ties or flattening of the cranial bones or notable motor delay
A Personalized and Qualified Support
Tummy Time is used for children who suffer from a restrictive tongue tie, it's true and it's really useful for these children. Those who already have flattenings at the level of certain cranial bones also really need it; children who have grown up but who do not seem to follow the motor milestones schedule, can be helped. Note that these children, like all children, must be followed by their doctor, and ideally we should work together - basically, I am always eager to have relationships with the caregivers in charge of families, this is how we provide the best care to families. However, the Tummy Time Method should be implemented for all children.
@BOUT being accompanied by a certified Tummy Time instructor
My training, which is extended, transversal and interrelated, and my (very) long experience, make me know that all this is not necessarily easy to implement!
I know how difficult it can be to do Tummy Time with your baby. Sometimes babies seem to really hate it! The cause is, most often, that the activity is not (yet) adapted. But in fact, it's not so much about thinking about the benefits of doing Tummy Time. It's rather to say: “catch up the disadvantages of the position on the back almost 24h sometimes, while placing the baby imperatively on the back for sleep”
Important reminder: the baby MUST sleep on their back (not even on the side); they can sleep flat on their tummy only if, and only if, you are there, with the baby and you supervise them (so you don't do your emails or your shopping list....)
This reminds me of the analogy of the health benefits of breast milk; it is widely proven including in rich countries, children fed breast milk are less sick, less hospitalized, less treated with drugs, and some effects go on for a very long time. Since babies are supposed to be fed breast milk, and that's the natural, physiological norm, we should rather say that children fed breast milk are naturally protected, and those fed artificial milk statistically require more care, medication etc.
@BOUT a series of consultation-workshops
Of course, I'm not going to reveal all the secrets of a consultation!!
The Tummy Time Method can be started as soon as you return from maternity (American Academy of Pediatrics) and since American babies come home very quickly, you can start very early!
However, in a wise and adapted way!!
At each age and/or motor stage, a time not to exceed, and activities allowed or unsuitable!!!
I'm not going to reveal all the secrets of a consultation
But share with you some of the many elements that you can learn in consultation
By opting....
Either for a series of consultations spaced 5-6 weeks apart (most recommended)
Or for a single consultation-workshop at the very least: for good starts
 |
"Back to sleep, Tummy to Play". We start the very first sessions of Tummy Time Method in “very short duration” mode, regardless of the child's age, and absolutely for the youngest |
|
The youngest will stay with a very precise and rather short time limit, it is by getting older and depending on their motor progress and muscle strengthening that we will increase the duration, while staying within precise limits.
Those who are older will be able to reach their own time limit in a few days, and it is by getting older and depending on their situations that we will say: from now on, we move on to so many minutes |
|
So there is: a duration per session, and a total duration per day |
|
The activities are not the same 3 days after birth, 4 weeks after birth, 8 weeks, 4 months, 6 months, 8 months.... I can guide you depending on your child's age, their motor AND muscular development, and if necessary, I will listen to potential recommendations from your child's doctor;
I am always eager to communicate between myself, the families, and the doctors in charge of the family and the child; working together, that's how we bring the best care to families. |
|
There are days when you should NOT do Tummy Time!
This implies that we will not be able to have consultations on those days, except to watch me and reproduce on a doll, but not on your child on those days |
|
The parent is always within reach to take the child in their arms during Tummy time, it is a totally supervised activity
If your child has just fallen asleep in a prone position, and going to put them on their back in their bed is risky (like waking up the child), then you stay there to supervise your child (you can also gently install them in a baby sling....) |
|
Tummy Time is a position to PLAY and INTERACT. When you play with the child who is on their back or on their side, don't forget to change sides |
Plan & Prices
In person or virtual
Do you need to bring equipment when you come?
A yoga or pilates or exercise ball, that's for sure at the moment.
I can lend toys. However, you can bring toys that your child particularly likes (we see this when making an appointment)
Do you need to plan for equipment when we are on video?
A yoga/pilates/exercise ball, and bright toys, slightly to very moderately noisy toys
Contact us now
to discuss the prerequisites/conditions for meeting (in real presence or on video)
and decide on a consultation date (or several) with us
(note our patient families have our mobile)
int + (33) 4 73 53 17 95
soon an electronic appointment booking system for families with whom we have had a first contact