Frequently Asked Play Mats & Activity Gear Questions
Why an Activity Mat Is So Important for Babies
Babies love to play and explore everything available to them. That’s why play mats are so beneficial – they give them the space they need to experiment and adventure in a safe and comfortable setting. Rather than just letting your little one cruise around on the floor, you can instead give them a padded and inspiring activity mat that lets them dream up their own fantasies.Most infant play mats come with features like playful textures that can help your baby work on their tactile and motor skill development. They’ll love feeling the differences between various squares. And some infant play mats even come with soft mirrors so your baby can work on recognizing themselves. These types of mats – along with our other baby gear – can help your child stay entertained for hours, whether they’re a newborn or one year old.
Tummy Time on the Play Mat
Tummy time is an important way for children to start developing their muscles. When you lay your baby flat on their belly in the prone position, it forces them to strengthen their neck, shoulder, and back muscles. These muscles are all super important for being able to sit up, roll over, crawl, and walk, so you’ll want to make sure your little one works on them!Naturally, Ashley’s baby play mats are the perfect place to enjoy tummy time. They feature padding so baby can feel supported and comfortable – way better than the hard, unforgiving floor, even if you have a nice baby rug down. In fact, you may even be tempted to join your little one for a little tummy time rest – just make sure you two don’t fall asleep, as babies aren’t meant to sleep on their bellies for safety purposes. If they’re nodding off, just transfer them to their crib instead.
Play Mats Are Worth It
A play mat – along with the rest of our baby activity gear – is so worth it for your little one. That’s because they’re easy to take with you wherever you go. If you’re traveling in a hotel or staying at a friend’s house, bringing your child’s playing mat along means they’ll always have somewhere to relax.And if your baby is too clever for a standard mat… don’t worry, there are additional options. You can always choose one that includes adjustable arches across the space – your baby will love looking at these, especially if you dangle toys or lights from them. All in all, there’s so much you can do with an infant mat, so experiment with one from Ashley today. And if you need more ideas, check out our guide on creating a great space for your baby.
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^°Qualifying purchase amount must be on one receipt. No interest will be charged, and equal monthly payments are required on promo purchase until it is paid in full. The payments equal the initial total promo purchase amount divided by the number of months in the promo period, rounded up to the next whole dollar. These payments may be higher than the payments that would be required if this purchase was a non-promo purchase. Down payment may be required on in-store purchases. See sales associate for details. Regular account terms apply to non-promo purchases. For New Accounts: Purchase APR is 29.99% as of 01/01/2024. Minimum interest charge is $2. Existing cardholders: See your credit card agreement terms. Subject to credit approval. We reserve the right to discontinue or alter the terms of this offer at any time.