Why should big kids have all the sledding fun? Here’s a wild idea I never would have come up with until spotting in a baby game book. The cardboard “sled” is great for developing your little one’s muscles.

Lay your baby on a large, flat piece of cardboard; make sure the cardboard is completely smooth, with no staples, tape, or other items protruding out.

Very gently start to move the cardboard back and forth – this isn’t a downhill ride folks, just a gentle motion!

Veronika seemed to really enjoy it!

She instantly picked her head up to see what was going on, great for muscle development. Tummy time on steroids!

Because she was relaxed and happy, I also experimented with moving the cardboard forward and backward. Whee!

Here’s a quick clip of her ride: