Introduction and Purpose: Tummy time (TTIME) is position that involves prone placement of an infant to promote motor, social, and cognitive development, as well as provide a feasible physical activity modality. Adequate TTIME is vital for the timely growth and maturity of an infant, but there is limited research into the quantity and quality of TTIME needed for optimal developmental outcomes. The current investigation uses in-home videos to analyze specific environmental characteristics for their influence on TTIME bout length and frequency.Methods: Two groups of 6-month-old infants (n=11). Instruction (receiving TTIME intervention and advice), and non-instruction groups. Independent samples t-tests and/or Mann Whitney U tests were computed for each stream between groups.Results: Significant group differences in frequencies for Caregiver Actions (CGA) (Physical Touch (PT), t=2.866, p=.034; Reposition (R), t=2.369, p=.042). Significant group differences in durations for CGA (PT, U=.000, p=.004; R, p=.034; CGX, U=3.50, p=.030). Significant group differences in % of total TTIME duration for CGA (CGX, U=3.50, p=.030) and Toys (TM, t=2.464, p=.036).Conclusions: Further research must be done to investigate quality methods of TTIME support that are feasible for families to implement. This study serves as a useful first step in identifying initial environmental constructs that may impact TTIME bout length and frequency in 6-month-olds.
Read
