BABY + YOUNG TODDLER - PLAY
Fun activities to support your child's development - printable files and links to products included.
3-6 months+ Water Mat
Gentle sensory exploration, supporting developing tactile, visual and auditory senses.
This DIY water mat is a great way to encourage tummy time and older babies will love playing with the mat while sitting or standing.
The water mat encourages development of the tactile and visual senses, as well as providing an experience of different temperatures as the mat is naturally cool.
To make the mat, I filled an XL sandwich bag 1/4 full with water, a splash of baby oil and some food colouring. I then added sequins and foam shapes (nothing with a sharp edge which could tear the bag).
I sealed the bag with Gorilla repair tape to prevent leaks and then taped it to the floor with Frog tape.
Links to products (I use Amazon Associates links at no extra cost to you).