How to Help My 8 Month Baby to Roll From Back to Tummy?
You're cheering her on during tummy time, camera in hand, waiting for her to complete that first roll. But what happens next? Is it safe for your baby to be flipping in her sleep like a little acrobat? Be prepared with everything you need to know about when your baby wants to sleep on their side.
In This Article
What's happening?
Is it Normal?
How to be ready?
Common Questions from New Parents
What's happening?
At 4 to 6 months old, putting your baby to sleep will hit an exciting new milestone: that first roll. Chances are, she'll want to practice her new skills at bedtime and naptime, which can make settling more difficult, which can impact your baby's sleep routine. And once theydo nod off, you may find baby stomach sleeping .
Baby Sleeping On Side - Is it normal?
Side sleeping is a completely normal sleeping position for baby - but more than a little nerve-wracking for mom and dad.
Until your baby has mastered a complete roll, the sleeping position should be sleep on their backs to reduce the risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS).
Babies who can roll independently can start safely tummy or side sleeping.
What to expect—and how to be ready
Baby Rolls - Learning to roll over
Babies can show signs of rolling over as early as 3 months old or as late as 7 months old. Once your little one begins this new trick, she'll want to try it all the time and it can lead to increases the risks.
Babies sleep - Baby rolls to side or stomach during sleep
You know back is best, but while your baby is still learning to roll or already an independent roller, you should follow safe sleep practices to reduce the risk of SIDS and keep things safe when your baby sleeps.
Becoming a tummy sleeper
Once she's an independent roller, your baby might prefer to sleep on her side or stomach sleeping all the time. other than back sleeping.
If during the baby's sleep they can roll from back to tummy and back again on her own, it's safe to leave baby sleeping.
How to be ready: Make sure you'rekeeping the crib clear so she doesn't roll into or onto anything. Always dress her in a reversible, gently weightedZen Sack™ so she can roll to her heart's content.
Your Safe Sleep Checklist: tummy sleeper edition
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Michelle was getting nervous as her daughter was learning to roll over and moving around a lot in her sleep.
The Zen Sack™ gave her daughter some added comfort, so she spent more time staying on her back and Michelle spent less time worrying.
Commonly asked questions about tummy sleeping
- Is it safe for babies to sleep on their side?
- What if my baby sleeps on their side or stomach after I put them down?
- How can I prevent my baby sleeping on side or stomach?
- What should I do if my baby rolls to her side or stomach in the middle of the night?
- Can I still swaddle my baby if they're learning to roll over or sleeping on their side?
- When is it okay to let my baby sleep on her side or stomach?
- When do babies start rolling over?
- What safe sleep practices should I follow to avoid Sudden Infant Death Syndrome?
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How to Help My 8 Month Baby to Roll From Back to Tummy?
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