Baby Showing No Signs Of Rolling Over – When Should I Worry?

Signs of rolling over are proofs of healthy development in babies. So, it is normal for a parent or caregiver to experience worry when a baby is showing no signs of rolling over.

It is even worse when you have been informed that your baby should be showing signs of rolling over at six months. Now it is over six months, and there are no signs of your baby rolling over.

Honestly, it can be disturbing and cause a lot of negative thoughts. However, before you panic, you need to remember that all babies are not the same. They do not develop in the same way or follow the same growth pattern.

So, when should you worry when your baby is showing no signs of rolling over? Worry no more. This article offers you the best advice and guidance to handle the situation. Let us find out more.

 

When Do Babies Roll Over?

Typically, babies will start attempting to roll over independently between two and four months old. However, in some cases, it could be later than that.

My kids started rolling over without assistance at around six months, so you need to be calm sometimes. Also, it would be best if you were vigilant to know when they are attempting to roll over. It is advisable to always assist them when you notice this.

As a parent or caregiver, when you notice that your baby is rocking back and forth, the chances are that the baby is attempting to roll over.

Again, under normal circumstances, your baby should have mastered the art of rolling on both sides. Not just on one side or the initial back and forth movement.

 

When Do Babies Start Rolling Over from Tummy to Back?

A baby will begin attempts to roll over from their tummy to the back at two months of age. As a baby grows older, their curiosity increases and they are more aware of their environment.

They will get attracted to colourful items, light, and sound, so they will begin to attempt rolling over.

However, some of them would not succeed until about six months, while others may take just one or two additional months to succeed.

If by six months, you notice that your baby is unable to roll over from tummy to back on their own, you should contact a medical professional. This delay can be as a result of an underlying health issue or a developmental defect.

It would be best if you tried your best possible not to panic or try to take any action on your own. The best action to take at this time is to consult a professional.

 

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When Should I Worry About My Baby Not Rolling Over?

As a parent or caregiver, you should worry about your baby not rolling over after six to seven months.

It is a red flag if your baby is not moving, sitting, crawling, or rolling over after six or seven months. However, when we speak of worry, we do not refer to panic. At all times, you should try your best possible not to panic.

When you notice that your baby can not roll over after six or seven months, you should contact a professional medical professional. Like I always advise, always contact a medical professional that has been examining the baby – except when advised otherwise.

In all of this, you should always have it in mind that babies differ from one another. So, do not compare your baby’s growth process to another, even though they were born around the same period.

 

What are the First Signs of Rolling Over?

As you already know, taking the first steps can be very difficult – especially for babies. Babies fail many times when it comes to movement, which may become increasingly disturbing for parents and caregivers.

Babies do not have well-developed motor skills and irritability coordination to master movements after a few attempts. So, you should be vigilant and monitor their every move to enable you assist them when needed.

In this session, we would highlight the first signs to look out for, to determine if the baby is attempting to roll over. Let us take a look at the signs below:

5 Early Signs that Determine Your Baby is Attempting to Roll Over

Increased Curiosity

As a baby grows older, their inquisitiveness and curiosity would increase. So when you notice that the eye movements are becoming more active and engaged, it is a sign.

When the baby is becoming more attracted to her environment, it will not take time before they attempt to move towards and around it. So, when you notice the curiosity in their eyes, know that they will soon begin to attempt rolling over.

Movement Towards the Shoulders

When you notice that your baby is attempting to concentrate strength towards their shoulders, it is a sign the baby is trying to roll over.

The baby may struggle with this for some time because their motor skills are not yet developed to give good control of the joints. Sometimes, you may even notice them cry out for assistance to enable them to move.

Trying to Move their Head

When you notice that your baby is trying to move their head upwards or sideways, it is an early sign that they are attempting to roll over.

The head, arms, and legs are the first parts of the body that the baby is able to move. So, when they want to roll over, it is only natural for them to attempt doing it through their heads.

Kicking Their Legs in a Circular Movement

From two to three months, you will notice that your baby will always kick their legs in the air. If they accompany this with a circular movement while on their backs, it is an early sign of rolling over.

What the baby is doing is that they are attempting to navigate the movement of their shoulders and back with their legs. So, again, you may want to encourage and help them roll over.

Noticeable Hip and Leg Strength

As a parent or caregiver, when you notice that your baby has more muscular legs and hips, it is an early sign they will soon start rolling over.

The developments in those areas signal that there will be increased activity. So, it is an early sign once you see that the baby’s hips can move from side to side. If the baby can lift the legs and hips together, it means that the baby is about to start rolling over.

 

Signs Baby is Trying to Roll from Back to Front

Rolling over to the side is entirely different from rolling over from back to front. The latter requires more motor skills and structural development in the baby.

So, after your baby is able to roll over to either side, they will want to do more. They will want to start rolling from back to front – and vice versa. You need to know the signs that your baby is trying to roll from back to front, so that you can assist them accordingly.

The major sign is when you notice that the baby is always lifting the head and shoulders during tummy time. This is a sign that they are trying to move to the opposite position.

Also, you would notice that they are always kicking their legs or engaging in a circling motion when on their backs. So, for them, the idea is that they want to attempt to turn to their backs when they are on their tummy, and turn on their tummy when they are on their backs.

 

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How to Help Roll – How to Encourage Baby to Roll

I always advise parents to focus more on helping the baby develop the skill and mentality to move over rather than always move them. When you help them develop, rather than move them over, they are able to adapt to movement faster.

It takes a strong mentality, and well-developed structure for a baby to be able to move over. So, the best way to assist them is through practice.

When you notice that your baby is trying so hard to move over, you can help them to roll by:

  • Increasing the duration of tummy time
  • Singing to the baby to encourage the movement toward you
  • Showing them things that would attract their attention and make them move
  • Making sounds that would attract their attention toward you
  • Quick Response to the baby’s movements and sounds
  • Making out time to play with the baby often
  • Providing interactive or movable toys for the baby

 

Conclusion – Baby Showing No Signs of Rolling Over

I cannot over emphasize the difference in babies and how their growth and development processes differ. However, in this article, we have been able to highlight all the factors that can indicate that a baby is developing properly.

In addition, you should note that your baby may roll over, but that doesn’t mean they have started rolling over. So, do not panic when you see that your baby rolled over, and then stopped.

At all times, when in doubt, always consult a medical professional for advice.