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Pillow ring sit-up: a play idea for 6 to 9 months

Reaching while sitting builds balance, with a soft landing if they tip. It takes about 5 minutes and uses a few pillows or cushions, some toys.

Checked October 29, 2026.

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How to play

Pillow ring sit-up6 to 9 months · about 5 minutes

You need: a few pillows or cushions, some toys.

  1. Seat your baby on the floor in a ring of pillows.
  2. Put toys around them, some close and some a little farther.
  3. Let them lean and reach for the toys.
  4. Stay right beside them to catch a wobble.

Builds: moving and using hands. Reaching while sitting builds balance, with a soft landing if they tip.

Safety: Stay right beside your baby; pillows are for sitting play only, never for sleep.

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