Side Sitting

Side sitting is one of our favourite seated positions, not only for infants, but children (and adults) of all ages! What is so great about side-sitting, you may ask? ⁣⁣

  • It encourages a more upright posture than cross-legged or ring sitting⁣⁣

  • It is an important developmental position for transitions (i.e. for a baby to get from sitting to 4-point)⁣⁣

  • It optimizes hip mobility without putting the joint at risk⁣⁣

  • It engages the core and trunk muscles ⁣⁣

  • Facilitates cross-body movements ⁣⁣

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⁣Perhaps the next time you and your child sit on the floor you might try this one out! Just remember to practice both sides to prevent any asymmetries.⁣⁣