TUMZEE - Product Review

I was really excited when I received a TUMZEE to test out! Basically what it is a wedge-like foam support that babies can use for tummy time. It kind of reminds me of a Bumbo a bit (but this cannot be used as a seat.... even though "M" decided it was...lol). Basically, you put your baby on his/her stomach.... it has an incline which makes it easier for the little ones that don't enjoy tummy time that much (like "M") and has a "T" support to make sure they don't slide down the TUMZEE too! The curved sides keep the baby in place (also so they can't roll over)... but leaves them free enough to look around...and reach for things.

I wish I found this when "M" was little... tummy time was torture for the both of us...literally..and to this day she STILL hates it! (I guess if a child doesn't like something...they just don't like it! eh?). I actually did try her in this...and she freaked out... which was to be expected.. but I thought...maybe... it would help her start to like tummy time now...and help build her upper body strength. So I shall...try...try again...lol.

The idea of this is awesome... especially for preemies... they tend to have "tummy time" issues depending on how long they were in the NICU (so I've been told). Sometimes they don't get a lot of tummy time while they're in the hospital (and usually have IV's and monitors etc.) so some may have issues with major motor skills (as "M" did).  I let a friend try it out on her little one... she really liked that it help built her son's neck strength and allowed him to look around at the same time too! She's going to borrow it from me for a bit... but I already made her promise to give it back once we have #2!!! LOL

The foam that the TUMZEE is made of is non-toxic.....but totally supports the weight of the baby... "M" weighs almost 20 pounds and it didn't so much as budge with her in it....and it is stiffer then the Bumbo foam (which I like about this product).

Thanks so much TUMZEE for letting me (and my friend) try this out! Such a great idea! And CONGRATS on your PTPA Award!!!!

 


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