I certainly don't think it would hurt.. provided it's flexible. I wouldn't be forcing him to play if he's happy doing something else. Oh wait - he's 5 mths old. (I had in mind a toddler like my 2 yr old LOL).

I wouldnt' stress too much. I've read & heard a lot that it's not quality time that kids need.. it's quantity. Just the fact he can watch you, and you talk to him, and he knows you're around, is much better than having scheduled play time and nothing else. Knowing mum & dad are around and doing every day things together is all a kid really needs, and spontaneous play with them is all the more fun Ok.. i hope that made sense. LOL.